Regulatory
DoT Introduces 10-Digit Numbering Series for Government and Financial Calls
The Department of Telecom (DoT) has introduced a distinct 10-digit numbering series starting with 160 for service and transactional calls made by government entities, regulators, and financial institutions, according to an office memorandum issue. This new numbering system aims to help telecom subscribers identify the calling entity, telecom operator, and the origin of the call. […]
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Everything About Sanchar Mitra Scheme
Shri Deb Kumar Chakraborti, Director General of NTIPRIT, emphasized the importance of the Sanchar Mitra program in bridging the communication gap between citizens and the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). He highlighted key duties of the DoT, including providing affordable connectivity, grievance redressal, tackling cyber threats, and offering safe, citizen-centric solutions. DG (NTIPRIT) also provided valuable […]
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DoT Directs Telcos to Include GST on Spectrum Installments
Telecom companies will have to pay GST along with their instalments towards spectrum charges, a senior official stated. The Department of Telecom (DoT) plans to hold the next spectrum auction on June 6, featuring eight bands intended for mobile phone services. The base price for the auction is set at Rs 96,317 crore. The spectrum, […]
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DoT Lists Excess BSNL and MTNL Properties for Sale to Government Departments
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has identified surplus land parcels and buildings owned by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) nationwide, and those of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) in Delhi and Mumbai, for outright sale to government departments, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and government organizations. This information was conveyed by DoT Secretary Neeraj Mittal on […]
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Indian Government Orders Blocking International Calls
Fraudsters have been reported to make international spoofed calls displaying Indian mobile numbers to Indian citizens, committing cyber-crime and financial fraud. These calls appear to originate within India but are actually made by cyber-criminals abroad who manipulate the calling line identity (CLI). Recently, these spoofed calls have been used in fake digital arrests, FedEx scams, […]
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TRAI, SEBI, and RBI Collaborate to Combat Spam Calls and Messages
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has convened a Joint Committee of Regulators to address the persistent issue of spam calls and messages. This meeting brought together representatives from major regulatory bodies, including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), the […]
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DoT Orders to Block 18 Lakhs Mobile Numbers
Recent updates reveal that around 1.8 million mobile numbers are set to be blocked by India’s leading telecom companies, marking the government’s most significant action against cybercrime and online fraud to date. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued an order to disconnect over 28,000 mobile handsets used for cybercrime. Following this, telecom companies have […]
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DoT Set to Amend New Telecom Act 2023 Rules
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) aims to notify the rules under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, within 100 days of the new government assuming office. “We plan to notify rules under various sections of the Telecommunications Act by September 15. The rules will streamline the regulatory framework and ensure compliance,” a source told. This notification is […]
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Sangam Initiative Selects 144 Participants
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) proudly announces the selected participants for Stage 1 of the ground-breaking “Sangam: Digital Twin with AI-Driven Insights Initiative.” Launched on February 15, 2024, the Sangam initiative aims to revolutionize infrastructure planning and design by leveraging digital twin technology to create precise, dynamic models of physical environments. This innovative approach enables […]
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DoT Takes Action Against Mobile Fraud, Blocks Handsets and Disconnects Numbers
In a bid to crack down on fraudulent activities targeting mobile users via text messages, the Department of Telecom (DoT) has initiated measures to block handsets involved in such illicit activities and disconnect associated mobile numbers. The DoT introduced the Chakshu portal two months ago to address telecom fraud grievances. Since its launch, the department […]
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