Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Noida International Airport, Crosscall, Telecommunication Engineering Centre, IIT Kanpur, among others.
Noida Airport’s 2026 Launch Hits Turbulence Over Telecom Fee Standoff
Noida International Airport, scheduled to launch in January 2026, is facing a telecom fee dispute that may affect digital connectivity and passenger services. The airport has proposed charging telecom operators ₹67 lakh per month per operator for network infrastructure deployment, a move operator say is excessive and inconsistent with Right of Way regulations that permit installations without such fees. The issue reflects wider concerns about cost structures, regulatory clarity, and long-term investment confidence in large infrastructure projects. To support advanced digital operations, the airport has partnered with Tech Mahindra to build an integrated Network and Security Operations Centre, enabling continuous IT monitoring and enhanced cybersecurity while laying the foundation for reliable, technology-driven airport services.
Crosscall Unveils CORE-M6: The Ultimate Rugged Smartphone for Extreme Environments
Crosscall has unveiled the CORE-M6, a next-generation ultra-rugged smartphone designed for professionals operating in extreme and high-risk environments. Built on the brand’s X-TREMESHIELD architecture, the device exceeds military-grade durability, resisting repeated concrete drops, IP68/IP69K water protection and reliable performance in extreme temperatures. The CORE-M6 reflects strong investment in user-centric innovation, delivering up to 80 hours of real-world battery life, clear communication through AI-powered noise reduction and powerful audio output. Tailored for frontline efficiency, it includes programmable action buttons, glove-friendly touch response and advanced 5G, eSIM and NFC connectivity. TEC and IIT Kanpur Forge Path for India’s Next-Gen Telecom Revolution
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has partnered with IIT Kanpur to advance India‑specific telecom standards and future technologies, focusing on research in 6G, AI in telecom, IoT, Digital Twin, Metaverse, quantum communication, and Non‑Terrestrial Networks (NTNs). This collaboration aims to build testing frameworks and contribute to global standardisation forums like 3GPP and ITU‑T, supporting India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat mission by boosting indigenous R&D, design, and manufacturing of telecom technologies.
SHAFANA FAZAL
