Today’s telecom news includes announcements on India smartphone exports, BSNL, India Post, DNB, Ericsson, Azercell, among others.
India Surges Ahead in Global Smartphone Exports with 55 percent Growth
India’s smartphone exports increased by 55 percent in the first five months of FY 2025–26, exceeding ₹1 lakh crore. The country manufactures over 330 million smartphones annually, with around 1 billion devices in use. In Q2 2025, India became the top smartphone exporter to the United States, surpassing China. The growth is linked to the government’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which attracted manufacturers like Apple and Samsung. These companies established production facilities in India, contributing to the export rise. Expansion of smartphone manufacturing created over 1.2 million jobs in the sector. India’s mobile manufacturing sector has moved from assembling finished goods to producing sub-assemblies and advancing into component manufacturing, IANS reports.
BSNL and India Post Join Forces to Bring Mobile Services to 1.65 Lakh Locations
The Department of Posts and Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) signed a one-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) to provide BSNL SIM cards and mobile recharge services through over 1.65 lakh post offices across India. BSNL will supply SIM cards and provide training to postal staff, while the Department of Posts will handle customer onboarding and secure transactions. A pilot project in Assam tested the model and confirmed its feasibility, leading to plans for nationwide rollout. This initiative leverages India Post’s network to increase BSNL’s presence in rural and urban areas. By integrating postal infrastructure with telecom services, the partnership enables wider access to mobile connectivity, IANS reports.
Malaysia Upskills 40,000 Government Employees with 5G, AI, and IoT Training
Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Ericsson launched a training program for 40,000 municipal and government employees in Malaysia to develop skills in 5G, AI, IoT, and automation. The program supports Malaysia’s goal of becoming an AI-driven nation by 2030 and aims to enhance the digital capabilities of the public sector. The training offers free, mobile-friendly, self-paced modules, including a “connected city” simulation to address urban connectivity challenges. The first phase focuses on city and municipal councils to implement digital strategies aligned with national priorities.
Azerbaijan Boosts Telecom Connectivity with 5G, Cloud, and Satellite Projects
Azerbaijan’s telecom industry is expanding through infrastructure upgrades, digital platforms, and partnerships. Azercell and Ericsson are collaborating to deploy 5G networks, increasing mobile connectivity across the country. Gcore and AzInTelecom launched AzInCloud, a local cloud platform supporting data processing, storage, and edge computing. Starlink received government approval to provide nationwide satellite broadband. The Trans-Caspian Fiber Optic Cable project, led by AzerTelecom and Kazakhtelecom, is progressing to enhance regional connectivity. Motorola Solutions is modernizing the country’s TETRA radio communication system to support public safety and emergency services.
Shafana Fazal
