White Papers
TSDSI's flagship publications offering in-depth perspectives on emerging ICT technologies, India-specific requirements, and standardization priorities.
Published White Papers
India's 5G Vision: Requirements and Technology for IMT-2020
PublishedThis white paper presents India's vision for 5G (IMT-2020) technology, outlining specific requirements for Indian deployment scenarios including rural connectivity, low-cost devices, local language support, and national security. Includes the LMLC proposal for rural coverage.
IoT Standards for India: Smart City and Agriculture Applications
PublishedComprehensive overview of IoT standardization requirements for Indian Smart City projects and precision agriculture applications. Discusses oneM2M framework alignment and India-specific use cases for urban infrastructure monitoring and farm management.
Telecom Security Standards: Threats and Countermeasures for Indian Networks
PublishedAnalysis of cybersecurity threats to Indian telecom infrastructure and proposed standards-based countermeasures. Covers signaling security (SS7, Diameter, GTP), network perimeter protection, subscriber data privacy, and national security considerations.
Broadband Quality of Service: Standards for Indian Consumers
PublishedFramework for measuring, reporting, and enforcing broadband quality standards for Indian fixed and mobile broadband services. Proposes minimum QoS parameters, consumer transparency requirements, and regulatory measurement methodologies.
India's 6G Vision: Technology Directions for IMT-2030
PublishedForward-looking vision document for India's priorities in next-generation (6G/IMT-2030) networks. Identifies key technology enablers, India-specific use cases (Terahertz communications, AI-native networks, ubiquitous connectivity), and standardization strategy.
Open RAN for India: Opportunities and Standardization
PublishedAssessment of O-RAN (Open Radio Access Network) opportunities for India's telecom ecosystem, including benefits for domestic manufacturing under the PLI scheme, standards alignment with O-RAN Alliance, and interoperability considerations.
AI/ML in Telecom Networks: Indian Standards Perspective
PublishedExamination of how Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are transforming telecom networks, with specific focus on Indian deployment scenarios, regulatory considerations, data governance, and standardization requirements for AI-native network operations.
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