India: 5G FWA & Wireless Growth Trends in June 2025
India's wireless subscribers, including 5G FWA, reached 1170.88 million in June 2025. Urban growth drives expansion, while rural areas see decline. Mobile tele-density increased slightly.
BSNL to Install 4,000 Mobile Towers in Chhattisgarh
BSNL plans to install 4,000 mobile towers in Naxal-affected Chhattisgarh to enhance data connectivity. This initiative aims to boost rural development and empower women through self-employment opportunities.
HPE Networking: Ablett Leads Asia Pacific & Japan, AI-Native Focus
Mark Ablett leads HPE Networking in Asia Pacific & Japan, focusing on AI-native networking and business impact post-Juniper acquisition. He aims to drive growth and customer success in the region.
Jio Dominates Wireless Subscriber Growth: TRAI Data
Jio leads in wireless subscribers, adding over twice as many as Airtel in June. Overall wireless subscribers increased to 1163 million. 5G FWA users rose to 7.85 million. Vi & BSNL lost ground.
India’s Spectrum Allocation for Satellite Communication Services
India is finalizing spectrum allocation for satellite communication, enabling Starlink, Eutelsat Oneweb, and Jio SES to deploy services. Spectrum fees are set at 4% of adjusted gross revenue.
OmniVista Terra: On-Premises Network Management with AI
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches OmniVista Terra, an on-premises network management system with AI, offering advanced control, security, and analytics for industries with strict regulatory needs. Complements OmniVista Cirrus.
AI Magic: Chatbot Automation for Small Business
AI Magic simplifies chatbot creation, enabling small businesses to automate customer service across platforms like WhatsApp and TikTok. It uses AI to build tailored bots from simple prompts in minutes, reducing reliance on manual scripting.
Trai, Telemarketers, and Spam: Regulatory Loopholes
Trai's current regulations hold telecom operators accountable for spam, but telemarketers remain largely unregulated, creating loopholes. The DoT seeks to change this, but challenges persist in establishing a regulatory framework.
NYC’s Freedom Link: Affordable Wi-Fi for Working-Class Families
NYC launches "Freedom Link," a $3.2M program providing low-cost/free Wi-Fi to 2,200 homes in Manhattan & Bronx via CARES Act funds. Aims to bridge digital divide for working-class families.
Vantiq & Argosy Allies: AI Deployment in Southeast Asia
Vantiq partners with Argosy Allies to accelerate real-time AI deployment in Southeast Asia, focusing on public safety, healthcare, and smart cities. The collaboration aims to reduce deployment time and enhance operational efficiency.
LIC, SBI, and RCom: Updates on Finance and Insolvency
Updates on LIC's Bima Sakhis, SBI classifying RCom and Anil Ambani as fraudulent, and government support for farmers through credit and insurance schemes. RCom's insolvency resolution awaits NCLT approval.
Airtel Offers Free Perplexity Pro: AI Access for Users
Airtel partners with Perplexity to offer free Perplexity Pro subscriptions to its mobile, Wi-Fi, and DTH users. This gives 360 million Airtel customers access to advanced AI tools and enhanced search capabilities.