Today’s telecom news includes announcements on JSW Group, Vodafone Idea, Ericsson, Nokia, Cisco, Tejas Networks, among others.
Telecom Shake-Up Ahead? JSW Group Eyes ₹60,000 Crore Investment in Vodafone Idea
JSW Group is reportedly considering a massive ₹45,000–₹60,000 crore investment in Vodafone Idea as part of efforts to strengthen the financially stressed telecom company. The proposal is still in the early discussion stage, with talks exploring ways to bring in substantial capital to support Vodafone Idea’s operations and improve its financial position. The move comes amid ongoing concerns about maintaining competition in India’s telecom sector, where Vodafone Idea has been struggling with high debt and funding pressures. A major investment from JSW Group could help the operator enhance its network infrastructure and continue competing with rivals such as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.
AI at the Core: Ericsson Charts the Path Toward Intelligent 6G Networks
Ericsson is promoting AI-native network architecture as a key foundation for the future rollout of 6G technology. The company emphasized that artificial intelligence must be embedded across the entire telecom infrastructure, including radio access networks, core systems, and operational platforms. This approach aims to create highly autonomous, self-optimizing networks capable of handling growing data demands and complex services. Ericsson highlighted that the transition will begin with advancements in 5G Standalone and 5G Advanced, gradually evolving toward fully AI-driven networks. By integrating intelligence directly into network design, Ericsson believes operators can improve automation, efficiency, and network performance as the telecom industry moves closer to the next generation of connectivity.
India Tightens the Net: New Security Testing Mandate for Wi-Fi Routers and Telecom Gear
India is moving to enforce stricter security testing for telecom equipment such as Wi-Fi routers, broadband devices, and fibre network gear to strengthen national telecom security. Under the government’s Communication Security Certification Scheme (ComSec), equipment vendors including Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, and Tejas Networks will no longer be able to rely solely on temporary approvals or self-declarations. Instead, telecom products must undergo mandatory security certification before deployment in networks. The move strengthens oversight of telecom hardware and software used by operators as India tightens protection of its expanding digital infrastructure.
UAE Gets Lightning-Fast 10Gbps 5G-Advanced Network Through du & Huawei Partnership
Telecom operator du has partnered with Huawei to transform its network with 10 Gbps‑class 5G‑Advanced (5G‑A) connectivity across the United Arab Emirates. Under the agreement, du will deploy U6G technology to enable ultra‑broadband speeds both outdoors and indoors, supporting enhanced digital services in shopping centers, airports, hotels, and major venues. The upgrade also opens possibilities for applications in autonomous mobility and the emerging low‑altitude economy, strengthening du’s network capabilities and accelerating the UAE’s leadership in advanced mobile connectivity.
SHAFANA FAZAL