Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), du telecommunications, Ericsson, among others.
BTRC Unlocks Powerful Low-Band Spectrum to Transform Mobile Coverage
Bangladesh’s telecom regulator, the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), is preparing to release additional low-band spectrum, particularly in the 700 MHz band, to significantly enhance mobile network coverage and service quality. Known for its wide reach and strong indoor penetration, low-band spectrum is essential for improving connectivity in rural and underserved areas. The initiative aims to address the shortage of sub-1 GHz spectrum faced by telecom operators while supporting the rollout of next-generation 5G services. However, the process has been slowed by legal disputes over parts of the band and limited participation from operators in earlier spectrum auctions.
Drone Attack in UAE: Iranian Drone Strikes Fujairah Telecom Building, No Casualties
An Iran-linked drone struck the du telecommunications building in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates on April 6, damaging the facility but causing no reported casualties, according to UAE authorities. The Fujairah Media Office confirmed emergency responders were managing the situation and urged the public to rely on official updates. The attack comes amid heightened regional tensions tied to conflicts involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, with recent drone and missile incidents across the Gulf. Earlier the same day, debris from another intercepted aerial threat in Abu Dhabi caused moderate injuries to one person, highlighting ongoing security risks in the region.
India’s 5G Networks Ready to Power AI Revolution: Ericsson CTO
Ericsson APAC CTO Magnus Ewerbring highlighted how mobile networks are evolving to support large scale artificial intelligence (AI) deployments during the ninth ETTelecom 5G Congress 2026. He emphasised that India’s telecom infrastructure is progressively aligning with global trends where AI is embedded across networks from optimisation and automation to core operational layers, enabling enhanced efficiency and smarter service delivery. Ewerbring noted that India’s robust 5G adoption and expansive connectivity ecosystem provide a strong foundation for scaling AI driven capabilities as demand grows. The discussion focused on continuous innovation and collaboration among operators, technology providers, and policymakers to prepare India for future AI native networks.
SHAFANA FAZAL
