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Qualcomm Begins India Job Cuts with Bengaluru among the first affected locations
Qualcomm has reportedly begun workforce reductions in India, with Bengaluru among the affected locations. The company has not confirmed the number of positions involved.
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Sanyark Space Partners with Keysight for Satellite and 5G NTN Payload Testing
Sanyark Space has signed an MoU with Keysight Technologies to support testing and validation of satellite payloads for direct-to-device and IoT connectivity.

IN-SPACe Offers ₹67.15 Crore to Four Indian Space Startups for Propulsion and Navigation Technologies
IN-SPACe has offered ₹67.15 crore under its Technology Adoption Fund to four Indian space startups developing satellite propulsion, space clocks, and NavIC/GPS receiver technologies.

IIT Bombay's SemiX Summit Highlights GaN Power Devices, Semiconductor Startups and Energy-Efficient AI Hardware
The fourth annual SemiX IIT Bombay Summit brought together semiconductor researchers, startups, and industry participants to discuss GaN power devices, advanced packaging, neuromorphic computing, semiconductor entrepreneurship, and energy-efficient AI hardware.

Bengaluru-Based Axiro Semiconductor Accelerates Hiring Across RFIC, Analog and Power IC Design Roles
Axiro Semiconductor is expanding its Bengaluru design teams across RFIC, Analog IC, Analog Layout and Power IC engineering as it scales its fabless semiconductor business in phases.

Ahmedabad-Based PierSight Completes Structural Qualification Testing of Varuna 2.0 SAR Satellite
Ahmedabad-based PierSight has completed integration and testing of the structural qualification model of its Varuna 2.0 SAR + AIS satellite, advancing its maritime surveillance ambitions.

Sanyark Space Partners with Nibiaa to Develop Satellite Ground Terminals for NAV-COM Constellation
Sanyark Space has signed an MoU with Nibiaa to jointly develop ground trackers and receivers for its planned LEO-based navigation and communication satellite constellation.

Ahmedabad's Optimized Solutions Signs Agreement with HAL to Automate G3 INS Test Bench under the DRISHTI iDEX Challenge
Optimized Solutions Limited has signed an agreement with HAL to develop an automated G3 INS test bench under the DRISHTI iDEX initiative.

Bengaluru's Dexcel Electronics Wins HAL Supplier Excellence Award for 2025–26
Dexcel Electronics has received the Supplier Excellence Award 2025–26 from HAL's Avionics Division, Korwa, recognizing its contributions as an outsourcing partner.

Bengaluru's Signalchip Showcases Indigenous Semiconductor Technologies at ESTIC 2026
Signalchip showcased its indigenous semiconductor chips and systems at ESTIC 2026, highlighting India's growing capabilities in wireless communication technologies.

Hyderabad-Based Skyroot Aerospace Begins Preparations for Vikram-1 Flight 2
Skyroot Aerospace is preparing hardware and engineering teams for the second flight of its Vikram-1 launch vehicle.

Hyderabad's QuantumEdge Semiconductor Strengthens Analog and RF Engineering Leadership Team
QuantumEdge Semiconductor introduces three engineering leaders to strengthen its analog, mixed-signal, RF layout, and advanced semiconductor design capabilities.

Spintronics AI Semiconductors Appoints Anand Arumugam as Talent Acquisition Manager
Spintronics AI Semiconductors has appointed Anand Arumugam as Talent Acquisition Manager.

Bengaluru-Based BEL Targets Development of 100 Indigenous Semiconductor Chips in next Four to Five years.
Bharat Electronics has outlined plans to develop approximately 100 indigenous semiconductor chips over the next four to five years.

Raamtel Solutions Participates in WiCOMM 2026 to Strengthen RF and Defence Communication Industry Engagement
Raamtel Solutions participated in WiCOMM 2026 in Dehradun on October 30–31, engaging with defence and wireless communication professionals to discuss RF, microwave, electronics, and mission-critical communication technologies.

Andhra Pradesh Expands Semiconductor Manufacturing Plans Across Sri City and Tarluvada
Andhra Pradesh is strengthening its electronics and semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem through proposed semiconductor activities in Sri City and Tarluvada, alongside new electronics manufacturing clusters.

Astra Microwave Appoints Upendra Kumar as Head of Space Projects
Astra Microwave Products has appointed Upendra Kumar as Senior General Manager and Head of Space Projects, bringing more than 22 years of experience in space-grade RF and microwave systems.

MAPCON 2026 Announces RF, Microwave and Antenna Engineering Job Fair in Nagpur
MAPCON 2026 will host an internship and job fair at IIM Nagpur from December 14–18, connecting students and professionals with opportunities in RF, microwave, antenna, propagation, and EMC engineering.

Analog Devices Introduces Three new RF Products Covering Frequencies Up to 28 GHz
Analog Devices has introduced three new RF semiconductor products: ADRF5470 digital attenuator, ADL8130 GaAs low-noise amplifier, and ADPA9005 GaN power amplifier, targeting wideband RF applications.

Hyderabad's Unistring Tech Unveils Indigenous Passive RF Detection System with 2D Direction Finding
Unistring Tech Solutions, a subsidiary of Zen Technologies, has unveiled an indigenous passive RF detection and direction-finding system capable of estimating both azimuth and elevation angles at frequencies up to 12 GHz.

WaveOptix Receives QPC Fiber Optic's Outstanding Partner Award 2026 for India Partnership
WaveOptix Defence Solutions received QPC Fiber Optic's Outstanding Partner Award 2026, recognizing its partnership supporting rugged fiber-optic connectivity solutions for the Indian market.

Pune-Based NIBE Space is Hiring RF System Engineer for LEO Satellite Communications
Pune-based NIBE Space is recruiting an RF System Engineer to work on satellite-to-ground communications, RF link budgets, ground-station systems, and downlink performance for its planned multi-sensor Earth observation constellation.

Ananth Technologies Supplies 55 Flight-Critical Systems for ISRO's GSLV-F18 Mission
Ananth Technologies has announced its contribution of 55 flight-critical systems to ISRO's GSLV-F18 mission, supporting the launch vehicle and NVS-03 navigation satellite.

Former Airtel Hardware Architect Hari Vasantha Launches Bengaluru-Based VTARAH Technologies for Telecom and Electronics Engineering
Hari Vasantha, formerly a Principal Hardware Architect at Airtel with previous engineering experience at UNISOC and Qualcomm, has established VTARAH Technologies in Bengaluru to serve telecom, networking, IoT, and industrial electronics markets.

Sukshma Vision Develops In-House S-Band Dual-Port Feed for Doppler Weather Radar
Sukshma Vision has completed the design and fabrication of an S-band, two-port, linearly polarized antenna feed for Doppler Weather Radar applications. The component is now ready for testing.

Coreel Technologies is Aggressively Hiring for Product Manager Keysight EDA Solutions Role in Bengaluru
Bengaluru's Correl Technologies is hiring a Product Manager for Keysight EDA Solutions seeks professionals with 5–10 years of EDA software technical sales, product management, or business development experience.

Bengaluru-Based GalaxEye Reveals Drishti Gen 2 Optical Payload Mirror with Sixfold Increase in Light-Gathering Area
GalaxEye has shared a structural model of the primary mirror for its next-generation Drishti satellite, reporting approximately six times the light-gathering area of its first-generation design.

Bengaluru-Based Axiro Semiconductor Conducts Campus Recruitment Visit at IIITDM Kancheepuram
Axiro Semiconductor representatives visited IIITDM Kancheepuram as part of campus recruitment activities, highlighting the company's engagement with engineering talent.

IIT Hyderabad-Incubated WiSig Networks Showcases Indigenous 5G/6G Technologies to Prime Minister Modi at ESTIC 2026
IIT Hyderabad-incubated WiSig Networks showcased indigenous telecom innovations at ESTIC 2026 in New Delhi, including the Koala Tag, rural 5G deployments, and an emerging pre-6G waveform called OTFDM.

India's PierSight Conducts Antenna Testing for Varuna 2.0 and Vidura Space Systems
Indian space technology company PierSight has shared an update on antenna testing activities for its Varuna 2.0 and Vidura programmes, highlighting ongoing RF engineering and validation work.

European Union Announces €22 Million for Five 6G Research Projects, Including EU-India 6G Bridge
Europe's Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking has announced €22 million in funding for five 6G research initiatives, including EU-INDIA-6G-BRIDGE, which aims to strengthen collaboration between Indian and European telecommunications stakeholders.

Axiro Semiconductor is Aggressively Hiring Senior Analog/Power IC Design Leads for Its New Power Business Unit
Bengaluru-based Axiro Semiconductor is hiring Senior Analog/Power IC Design Engineers with 10–15 years of experience for its new power business unit focused on gate drivers, DC-DC converters, and intelligent power management platforms.

HCLTech and Japan's Rapidus Open Semiconductor Development Centres in Bengaluru and Hubballi
HCLTech and Japanese semiconductor company Rapidus have announced a strategic partnership and inaugurated development centres in Bengaluru and Hubballi to support semiconductor engineering activities.

CoreEL Technologies Appoints Tejas Networks Veteran Nipun Sahni as Vice President of Sales & Business Development
CoreEL Technologies has appointed Tejas Networks Veteran Nipun Sahni as Vice President of Sales & Business Development, bringing more than 30 years of experience across technology, telecommunications, and semiconductors.

PierSight Participates in India–Poland Space Industry Roundtable in Bengaluru
PierSight participated in an India–Poland space industry roundtable focused on identifying opportunities for collaboration between companies and organizations from both countries.

NXP Hosts Dutch Consul General in Bengaluru to Discuss Semiconductor Innovation and System Design
NXP Semiconductors hosted Dutch Consul General Jaap Veerman at its Bengaluru operations to discuss semiconductor innovation, edge AI, startup collaboration, talent development, and strengthening India's end-to-end system design capabilities.

Bengaluru-Headquartered BEL Plans ₹2,500 Crore Defence Manufacturing Complex in Andhra Pradesh
Bharat Electronics Limited is planning a ₹2,500 crore defence manufacturing ecosystem across 914 acres in Andhra Pradesh's Sri Sathya Sai district, with approximately 800 jobs expected.

Bengaluru-Based Tessolve Appoints L&T Semiconductor's Chandra Mohan as Director of Sales
Chandra Mohan has joined Tessolve as Director of Sales in Bengaluru after previously holding sales and business development positions at L&T Semiconductor Technologies, Xsens, Serial Microelectronics, and Nexcomm Asia.

IndieSemiC Highlights ISC-nRF52840-A Bluetooth LE Module for Smart Building and HVAC Applications
IndieSemiC is promoting its ISC-nRF52840-A wireless module, powered by Nordic Semiconductor technology, for occupancy-aware HVAC systems and connected smart-building applications.

Spintronics AI Advances Plans for GaN Semiconductor Fabrication Facility in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Spintronics AI Semiconductors is evaluating a semiconductor design centre and a proposed Gallium Nitride (GaN) fabrication facility in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, with the potential to generate 3,800 direct and indirect employment opportunities.

India's PierSight Engages IIT Indore Students on SAR, FPGA and Space Technology Careers
Indian space technology company PierSight participated in IIT Indore's Industrial Conclave, introducing students to its satellite technology work and discussing career opportunities in Synthetic Aperture Radar, FPGA development, and space engineering.

Qualcomm Plans Wi-Fi 8 Product Rollout Through 2028, Expanding Focus on Next-Generation Wireless Connectivity
Qualcomm Technologies expects to introduce Wi-Fi 8 products to the market from late 2026 through 2028, according to an interview with senior executive Gautam Sheoran, highlighting the company's investment in next-generation connectivity.

India's Lekha Wireless Contributes to AI/ML Discussions for 5G Advanced and 6G at 3GPP Meeting in South Korea
Indian wireless technology company Lekha Wireless Solutions participated in 3GPP RAN4 meetings in Jeju, South Korea, contributing to discussions on AI/ML-enabled mobility, physical-layer technologies, and ongoing 6G studies.

India's VVDN Technologies Introduces Wi-Fi 8 White-Label Product Focused on Wireless Reliability
VVDN Technologies has introduced a Wi-Fi 8 white-label networking product, emphasizing reliable connectivity, interference resilience, and consistent wireless performance for next-generation connected environments.

Indian Air Force Delegation Visits Astra Microwave Products R&D Centre to Review Indigenous Defence Technologies
A delegation from the Indian Air Force visited Astra Microwave Products' research and development centre, where the company showcased its products and engineering capabilities for defence and aerospace applications.

Nokia's Q3 2026 Operating Profit Rises to €605 Million, Beats Expectations Amid AI-Driven Demand
Nokia reported comparable operating profit of €605 million in the third quarter of 2026, exceeding analyst expectations of €453 million as demand linked to artificial intelligence supported its business performance.

India's Dhruva Space Explores Potential Collaboration With European Deep Space Energy Company
Dhruva Space Co-Founder and CTO Abhay Egoor visited Deep Space Energy in Riga, Latvia, where discussions explored potential collaboration involving advanced space technologies and radioisotope power systems.

India's PierSight Focuses on Application-Specific SAR Satellites for Maritime, Forest and Land Monitoring
PierSight CEO and Co-Founder Gaurav Seth has outlined the company's approach to developing application-specific satellite systems for maritime, forest, and land monitoring, emphasizing the engineering trade-offs between imaging coverage, resolution, revisit frequency, and power.

AGNIT Semiconductors CEO Discusses India's Semiconductor and Deep-Tech Manufacturing Future at TechSparks 2026
AGNIT Semiconductors CEO and Co-Founder Hareesh Chandrasekar participated in TechSparks 2026, discussing how India can strengthen its capabilities in semiconductors, intelligent machines, and advanced manufacturing.

Skyworks Brings Together Legacy Qorvo and Skyworks India Teams, Outlines India Vision 2.0
Skyworks India recently hosted an employee integration event bringing together legacy Qorvo and Skyworks teams, highlighting collaboration, organizational alignment and the company's future ambitions in India's semiconductor engineering ecosystem.

Four Indian Defence IPOs Cross 100× Subscription as Investor Mathew Cyriac Backs MTAR, Data Patterns, ideaForge and now Tonbo Imaging
Four Indian defence-linked companies—MTAR Technologies, Data Patterns, ideaForge and now Tonbo Imaging—have reportedly attracted IPO subscriptions exceeding 100 times, highlighting investor interest in India's indigenous defence technology ecosystem.

Rohde & Schwarz Highlights Airborne RF Spectrum Monitoring, AI and Make in India at India Mobile Congress 2026
Rohde & Schwarz participated in India Mobile Congress 2026, highlighting emerging industry priorities such as drone-based RF spectrum monitoring, AI-powered signal analysis, and India's growing indigenous defence and telecommunications ecosystem.

Jio Platforms Launches ₹30,200 Crore IPO as Akash Ambani Positions Company Beyond Telecom
Jio Platforms to raise over ₹30,200 crore through an IPO launched on Oct 21st that could value the company at approximately $108 billion. Akash Ambani emphasizes Jio's evolution beyond telecom into digital services, enterprise technology, and AI.

PierSight's RF Systems Director Dr. Jolly Dhar Elected to International Academy of Astronautics
Dr. Jolly Dhar, Director of RF Systems at Indian space technology startup PierSight, has been elected as a Member (Academician) of the International Academy of Astronautics and recognized with the Distinguished Women Scientist 2026 award for her contributions to radar and spaceborne SAR technologies.

Bengaluru's RFMW Innovations Lab Rebrands as BESSEL Systems, Expands Focus on Advanced RF & Microwave Defence Technologies
Bengaluru-based RFMW Innovations Lab has announced its transition to BESSEL Systems, reflecting its growth from an RF and microwave technology startup into a company developing advanced systems for radar, electronic warfare, aerospace, space, and defence applications.

Qualcomm Plans Global Job Cuts Following Annual Performance Reviews, Notifications to Begin in November
Qualcomm is planning global workforce reductions following its annual employee performance reviews, according to a Reuters report citing an internal memo from CEO Cristiano Amon. Notifications are expected to begin in November 2026, although the number of affected employees remains undisclosed.

Aracion Technology Showcases Indigenous 5G/6G OTA Testing Facility at India Mobile Congress 2026
Aracion Technology showcased its Compact Antenna Test Range at IMC 2026, highlighting India's growing capabilities in over-the-air testing for 5G, 6G, NTN and satellite communications systems.

Bengaluru's AGNIT Semiconductors Joins Karnataka Deep-Tech Policy Discussions at IVCA Bharat Roundtable
Bengaluru-based AGNIT Semiconductors participated in the IVCA Bharat Deep-tech Roundtable, joining investors, policymakers and startup founders to discuss policy support for India's emerging deep-tech industry.

Ahmedabad's IndieSemiC Introduces Ultra-Low-Power Bluetooth LE Module Based on Nordic nRF54L15
Ahmedabad-based IndieSemiC has introduced the ISC-nRF54L15-A Bluetooth LE module, featuring Bluetooth 6.0, a 128 MHz Arm Cortex-M33 processor and low-power operation for wearables and IoT applications.

Teradyne to Acquire $300 Million Stake in FormFactor to Advance Semiconductor Testing Technologies
Semiconductor test equipment maker Teradyne plans to acquire a $300 million stake in FormFactor, strengthening collaboration in semiconductor test architectures for advanced packaging, HBM, silicon photonics and high-performance computing.

20 Indian Fabless Semiconductor Companies Developing Chips for Telecom, RF and Wireless Applications
India's fabless semiconductor ecosystem is expanding, with companies developing RF chips, GaN devices, wireless communication SoCs, IoT processors, power management ICs and other technologies for telecom and connected infrastructure.

India's Accordyne Launches ZUMA, an AI-Powered Platform for Autonomous Drone and Robotics Swarms
Accordyne has launched ZUMA, an edge-native robotics platform designed to coordinate autonomous drone swarms, robotic systems and other unmanned assets, with support for RF communications, sensor fusion and mission-critical applications.

HIMIL Hi-Tech Electronics Researchers Secure Acceptance of Two RF Engineering Papers at IEEE MAPCON 2026
HIMIL Hi-Tech Electronics researchers have secured acceptance of two technical papers at IEEE MAPCON 2026, covering direction-of-arrival estimation in contested electromagnetic environments and load mismatch analysis in Doherty power amplifiers.

IN-SPACe Urges Indian Space Startups to Adopt Indigenous Semiconductor Chips Developed by SCL Mohali
IN-SPACe is encouraging Indian space startups and research organizations to adopt semiconductor products developed by SCL Mohali for satellites and launch vehicles, strengthening India's indigenous space electronics ecosystem.

Hyderabad's Sanyark Space Recognized Among YourStory Tech30 2026 for Satellite Navigation and Connectivity Technologies
Indian space technology startup Sanyark Space has been recognized among YourStory's Tech30 2026 startups for its work on next-generation satellite navigation and direct-to-device connectivity technologies.

Spintronics AI Semiconductors Signs MoU with NIT Warangal for Semiconductor Design and Technology Development
Spintronics AI Semiconductors has signed an MoU with NIT Warangal to collaborate on semiconductor design, technology transfer, joint innovation and industry-ready talent development.

GX Quantum Photonics Plans ₹500 Crore Optical Transceiver Manufacturing Plant in India
GX Quantum Photonics plans to establish a ₹500 crore optical transceiver manufacturing facility in India, targeting optical connectivity hardware used in data centers and high-speed communication networks.

Frog Innovations Partners with LigoWave to Manufacture Wireless Broadband and Wi-Fi Products in India
Frog Innovations and LigoWave have announced a strategic partnership at India Mobile Congress 2026 to manufacture wireless broadband and Wi-Fi products in India under the FROG LigoWave brand.

RF, Semiconductor and Space Companies Showcase Next-Generation Technologies at IMC 2026
India Mobile Congress 2026 brought together RF semiconductor companies, space technology startups, defence organizations and research institutions showcasing technologies ranging from RF front ends and satellite communications to advanced antenna systems.

Lotus Microwave Technologies to Supply Indigenous Radar Front-End Modules to Indian Navy
Lotus Microwave Technologies says it is developing indigenous radar front-end modules to replace imported units in Indian Navy systems, strengthening domestic RF and microwave capabilities.

Tessolve Semiconductor Secures $75 Million from Vector Line Capital to Expand Capabilities Through Acquisitions
Bengaluru-based Tessolve Semiconductor has secured a $75 million investment from US-based Vector Line Capital to strengthen its semiconductor engineering capabilities, expand service offerings and pursue strategic acquisitions. The company is already in advanced discussions to close multiple deals over the next two quarters.

SpaceX’s Starlink Sets Up 20 Gateway Sites Across India but Awaits Final Security Clearance; Elon Musk Questions the Delay
SpaceX's Starlink has established 20 gateway sites and hundreds of antennas in India as it prepares to launch satellite internet services. Elon Musk has questioned the delays in its market entry, while the Indian government maintains that all three licensed satellite operators are undergoing security assessments.

Lekha Wireless Integrates Analog Devices’ Samana Platform Into 4G and 5G RAN Products
Bengaluru-based Lekha Wireless Solutions has integrated Analog Devices’ ADRV906x (Samana) platform into its 4G and 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products, targeting simpler radio design, improved energy efficiency and faster product development with O-RAN-compliant 7.2x Low PHY functionality.

CoreEL Technologies Welcomes New Campus Recruits Through Employee Induction Programme
CoreEL Technologies has welcomed its latest batch of campus recruits through an induction programme, where the company's leadership team shared industry insights, professional experiences and perspectives to help the new joiners begin their careers.

Semicon 2.0 Could Boost Indigenous Chip Design for India’s 5G and 6G Telecom Infrastructure
India Electronics and Semiconductor Association President Ashok Chandak has called for stronger domestic chip design capabilities and growth funding for SMEs, saying Semicon 2.0 could support indigenous semiconductor IP for India’s 5G and 6G telecom infrastructure.

DRDO Tests Indigenous High-Altitude Platform to Strengthen India’s Stratospheric Surveillance Capabilities
DRDO has successfully tested an indigenous High-Altitude Platform System that reached 21 km altitude, marking progress towards long-endurance surveillance and secure communications capabilities for India’s defence forces.

IMC 2026: Jio Developing Indigenous Satellite Technology Stack, Files Pre-6G Patents
Reliance Jio is developing an indigenous satellite technology stack and has begun filing pre-6G patents, according to Chairman Akash Ambani at India Mobile Congress 2026. The company is also exploring AI-enabled voice and data services as it looks to contribute to India's next-generation telecommunications ambitions.

Izmo Microsystems and IIT Madras Enter Phase II of Rs 99.94 Crore Silicon Photonics Programme
izmo Microsystems and IIT Madras have entered Phase II of a Rs 99.94 crore MeitY-backed silicon photonics programme focused on high-speed optical interconnects, AI infrastructure, quantum communications and advanced photonic systems.

HCLTech’s Advanced Semiconductor Lab Begins Commercial Programmes to Support India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
HCL Tech has already executed commercial semiconductor programmes at its recently commissioned Bengaluru Advanced Semiconductor Lab, with the facility designed to support fabless companies, startups and global customers through post-silicon engineering, advanced testing and failure analysis.

Japan’s Semiconductor Industry Expands Presence in India as Chip Ecosystem Grows
Japanese semiconductor companies are expanding their presence in India through investments, technology partnerships, equipment supply and workforce development as the country builds a domestic chip manufacturing ecosystem.

India Mobile Congress 2026 Begins Today: 6G, Semiconductors, Satcom and AI Take Center Stage
India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026 begins today at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, bringing together more than 150,000 attendees and 300+ exhibitors and partners, with 6G, semiconductors, satellite communications, AI-native telecom and next-generation connectivity among the major technology themes.

Tejas Networks to Discuss Scaling Telecom Infrastructure for the AI Era at IMC 2026
Tejas Networks will highlight the changing demands on telecom infrastructure in the AI era at India Mobile Congress 2026 to discuss how networks must evolve to support AI-driven workloads.

Axiro Semiconductors Joins India Mobile Congress 2026 as Silver Partner, to Showcase RF & mmWave Portfolio
Bengaluru-based Axiro Semiconductors will participate as a Silver Partner at India Mobile Congress 2026, showcasing indigenous RF, mmWave, FWA and semiconductor solutions for next-generation telecom and connectivity applications.

Dixon Technologies Subsidiary Patners with USA's Aviat Networks to Manufacture Microwave Radios
Dixon Electro Appliances, a subsidiary of Dixon Technologies, has signed an IP licensing agreement with Aviat Networks India to manufacture and sell microwave radios, strengthening India's domestic telecom infrastructure manufacturing ecosystem.

Skyworks Completes Qorvo Combination, Creating a New Global RF Semiconductor Powerhouse
Skyworks has completed its combination with Qorvo, creating a larger U.S.-based semiconductor company spanning RF front-end, RF GaN, power management, analog and mixed-signal technologies, backed by approximately 8,000 engineers and more than 12,000 issued and pending patents.

L&T Semiconductor Technologies Unveils 40 Products at SEMICON India 2026 including Connectivity Modules
L&T Semiconductor Technologies has unveiled 40 semiconductor products at SEMICON India 2026, including a 1200V silicon carbide MOSFET platform, a BLDC motor controller and new solutions for AI, connectivity, power and security applications.

SpintronicsAI, CSIR-CEERI Partner to Advance Indigenous GaN Semiconductor Technology
SpintronicsAI Semiconductors has partnered with CSIR-CEERI to explore indigenous GaN technology development and fabrication in India, targeting defence, aerospace, telecom, power electronics and other applications.

IndiRFTech.com Launches ‘Play the RF Game’ to Make RF Engineering Learning More Interactive
IndiRFTech.com has launched Play the RF Game, a new interactive learning initiative designed to help RF engineers strengthen their practical knowledge through RF challenges, troubleshooting scenarios and engineering problem-solving.

Semicon India 2.0: India Shifts From Semiconductor Capacity Creation to Ecosystem Leadership
India’s Semicon 2.0 program expands the country’s semiconductor strategy beyond fabs and packaging toward a six-pillar ecosystem covering design, machines and materials, fabrication, advanced packaging, R&D and talent development, backed by an outlay of ₹1,27,500 crore.

DRDO has developed indigenous GaN-on-SiC MMIC, with a tiny 3.5 mm chip capable of delivering up to 30W of power.
DRDO has developed indigenous GaN-on-SiC MMIC technology for advanced radar and electronic-warfare systems, with a tiny 3.5 mm chip capable of delivering up to 30W of power.

HIMIL Hi-Tech Electronics Appoints Analog Devices Veteran TS Shankar as Business Development Consultant
HIMIL Hi-Tech Electronics has appointed Analog Devices veteran TS Shankar as Business Development Consultant, bringing decades of experience in semiconductor sales, strategic accounts, channel development and business growth in India.

Axiro Semiconductor Appoints Venkata Vanukuru as Vice President & General Manager of Power Business Unit
Bengaluru-based Axiro Semiconductor has appointed semiconductor veteran Venkata Vanukuru as Vice President & General Manager of its Power Business Unit, with responsibility spanning business strategy, product and technology roadmaps, engineering, sales and customer partnerships.

AGNIT Semiconductors Bets on Indigenous GaN as India Enters Next Phase of Semiconductor Mission
Bengaluru-based AGNIT Semiconductors, founded in 2019 to develop indigenous GaN semiconductor technology, sees India’s Semicon 2.0 push as an opportunity to move domestic semiconductor innovation from design and IP toward manufacturing and deployment.

FermionIC Design Expands Ku-Band RF Portfolio With New FEM and Power Amplifier for Phased Arrays Systems
Bengaluru-based FermionIC Design has expanded its Ku-band RF portfolio with new 2-channel Front-End Modules and a Power Amplifier optimized for 15–18 GHz, complementing its existing 4-channel Ku-band beamformer.

Prem’s Notes Launches IndiRFTech.com to Build a Dedicated RF & Microwave Technology Platform for India
Prem’s Notes has launched IndiRFTech.com, a dedicated platform for discovering Indian RF, microwave and wireless companies, products and technologies, with a mission to improve the visibility of India’s growing RF ecosystem.