Regulatory
Sangam: Digital Twin EoI Registration Date Extended
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) officially initiated an Expression of Interest (EoI) on February 15, 2024, inviting participation in the Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative. This EoI process was structured in two stages, with the initial response deadline set for March 15, 2024. Leading up to this deadline, the DoT organized a series of three informative […]
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SIM Card Port Rules Updated by TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has made amendments to the mobile number portability (MNP) regulations originally introduced in 2009. This marks the ninth amendment to the regulations, with the latest change addressing the issue of SIM card swapping. When a subscriber loses their SIM card or it becomes damaged, they typically request a […]
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5G/6G Congress 2024 | Regulatory Sandbox Will Lead Innovation and New Products In Telecom Sector, Says TRAI Chairman
During the seventh edition of the ETTelecom 5G | 6G Congress 2024, Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman of TRAI, emphasized the potential of the regulatory sandbox to drive innovation and introduce new products within the telecom sector. He highlighted the significance of this policy shift, stating, “a policy has come for regulatory sandbox which is another […]
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TRAI’s Plans for New 4G and 5G Guidelines for Jio and Airtel
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is reportedly planning to have new 4G and 5G guidelines for telecom companies. Despite claims of nationwide 5G rollouts, many mobile users in India still experience only 4G, even in major cities. This confusion might soon be resolved as TRAI considers requiring telecom operators to display network coverage […]
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DoT Ends Wireless Operating License (WOL)
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced on Tuesday the elimination of wireless operating licenses (WOL) required for establishing and maintaining telecommunications networks. This move aims to streamline the regulatory framework, expedite network deployment, and boost mobile broadband accessibility across the nation. According to a notification issued by the DoT on March 11, the necessity for […]
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Chakshu Portal & DIP: Governments New Measures Against Cyber Frauds & Misusing Telecom Resource
The Ministry of Communications (MoC) has introduced two new initiatives today: the ‘Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP)’ and the ‘Chakshu’ facility on the Sanchar Saathi portal. These initiatives by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) aim to empower citizens to report suspected fraudulent communication and enhance coordination among stakeholders in combating cyber-crime and financial frauds, as announced […]
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Chakshu Portal: A Platform for Citizens to Report Fraud Calls
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) unveiled two technology initiatives on Monday aimed at bolstering efforts to combat mobile-based scams. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced ‘Chakshu’, a platform empowering citizens to report suspected fraudulent communication originating from mobile numbers via calls, SMS, or social media platforms like WhatsApp. Additionally, Vaishnaw announced that the DoT’s Sanchar Sathi […]
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C-DoT and Qualcomm Signs MoU to Promote Make In India
The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT), a public-funded research body under the Indian government focusing on telecom, and Qualcomm Technologies, a US-based tech giant, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the ‘Make in India’ vision of the central government. The announcement was made during the recently concluded Mobile World Congress (MWC) […]
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DoT Initiates Efforts to Address 5G Coexistence with Radio Altimeters, Commences CBRS Studies
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is actively addressing the challenge of integrating fifth-generation (5G) networks with aircraft radio altimeters, as stated by a senior official of the department. Gunjan Dave, Member (Technology) at the Department of Telecommunications, mentioned that DoT will soon initiate studies to explore the opening of the citizens’ broadband radio service (CBRS) […]
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Government Plans Incentives to Boost Telecom Equipment Production Expansion
Telecom equipment manufacturers are poised to receive relief as the government plans to roll out incentives to boost their production capacity, aiming to decrease reliance on imports from overseas. Valued at Rs 400 crore, the incentives are slated for release within a week to selected firms following thorough verification. According to a source familiar with […]
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