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    Asia Pacific Telecommunity approves new 600MHz band plan for 5G Read More

    Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) signed an agreement to establish an area office and innovation center in New Delhi. This collaboration aims to enhance access and engagement for India and South Asian countries in the global policy and standard formation within the field of telecommunications. Read More

    The 40th meeting of ITU-R working party 5D, addressing global mobile cellular technologies such as 4G and 5G, concluded with the finalization of a report highlighting the application of 5G technology in facilitating Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) communications for automated vehicles, commonly referred to as 'driverless cars.' Additionally, the meeting emphasized the ongoing work towards creating a new recommendation outlining a global vision for the upcoming 6G technology. Read More

    IAFI has formally communicated with the telecom ministry, urging the opening of the high-frequency E band to bolster the 5G network. Additionally, IAFI proposed the delicensing of the V band to support Wi-Fi services. Furthermore, the association recommended the delicensing of 1,100 MHz spectrum within the 6GHz frequency range to encourage the expansion of Wi-Fi services across the country. Read More

    At the "New Spectrum for Wi-Fi" virtual workshop, IAFI urged the Indian government, in collaboration with global partners, to delicense the 6 GHz and 60 GHz spectrum to support initiatives such as PM-WANI and Atmanirbhar India. The workshop showcased the significance of Wi-Fi in bridging the digital divide and supporting 5G, with participants highlighting the need to utilize spectrum effectively for future opportunities and practical backhaul solutions. Overall, the event emphasized the economic and developmental potential for India through delicensing spectrum, especially in the context of Wi-Fi networks, broadband expansion, and emerging technologies like the Metaverse. Read More

    Revathi Mannepalli, India's candidate for the Radio Regulations Board, emerged victorious in the ITU elections with support from 139 countries. Additionally, India secured a seat in the administrative council with the second-highest votes, garnering support from 160 countries. In response, IAFI expressed optimism that these results would empower India to contribute more effectively to global spectrum regulations and satellite orbit allocation. Read More

    Satellite spectrum auction will hinder rural broadband connectivity: Industry body chief Read More

    IAFI emphasized the importance of satellite spectrum for rural connectivity in India. It suggests that administratively allocating spectrum for satellite use, instead of through auctions, would be more beneficial for achieving rural broadband connectivity. Further auctioning satellite spectrum could hinder the growth of the satellite industry in India. IAFI highlights the role of satellite broadband in meeting the National Digital Communications Policy's goal of universal broadband connectivity in rural areas and calls for an expedited process to issue spectrum to satellite service providers, there is ongoing competition in India's telecom and satellite communication services sector, with players like Amazon's Project Kuiper, Bharti Enterprises, and Jio Satellite entering the market. Read More

    IAFI took part in the 30th meeting of APT Wireless Group (AWG) organized by APT, focusing on emerging wireless systems for the digital convergence era in the Asia-Pacific region. IAFI submitted four contributions related to frequency arrangements for the 600 MHz band for 5G. The AWG-30 meeting accepted IAFI's proposal for the 600 MHz band and initiated a study on new spectrum needs for 6G within the 7GHz to 24 GHz range. Read More

    IAFI organized a national workshop addressing "Spectrum & Regulatory issues in preparation for WRC-23," with a specific emphasis on GEO and LEO Satellite concerns and Wi-Fi in the 6GHz band. The workshop underscored the significance of both LEO and GEO satellites, particularly highlighting their importance in providing broadband access to the 40% of the Indian population that still lacks such connectivity. Read More

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    21st Annual General Meeting of ITU-APT Foundation of India

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    Jun 19,2024 | CSOI KG Marg, New Delhi

    Dinner Reception bid farewell to Shri RR Mittar Former DG, DoT, Shri V. Raghunandan Former Secretary TRAI and to felicitate Prof. Rajeev Shorey on his promotion as Director IIIT Surat

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    May 27,2024 | New Delhi, India

    IAFI’s India Space Policy Conference (ISPC-24)

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    Apr 04,2024 | CSOI KG Marg, New Delhi

    Dinner Reception to welcome newly appointed Ms. Madhu Arora, Member Technology, DoT and bid farewell to Ms. Gunjan Dave- Former Member Technology, DoT

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    Mar 19,2024 | CSOI KG Marg, New Delhi

    Dinner Reception to Welcome Mr. Seizo Onoe, Director, TSB, ITU

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    Feb 22,2024 | Bangalore

    National Workshop on Learning from WRC-23 and the way forward Planning for WRC-27 and forthcoming ITU and APT meetings

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