Regulatory
COAI Calls for Tax Reforms and Duty Exemptions in Telecom Budget Proposal 2024-25
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has submitted recommendations for the Union Budget 2024-25 to the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, focusing on improving the financial health of the telecom industry. The key requests made by the telecom body for the budget are as follows: In terms of Regulatory Levies, COAI proposes the […]
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DoT’s Decision to Open Machine-to-Machine and IoT Registration to All Entities Aids Standardization, Experts Say
The telecom department’s recent decision to broaden the registration scope of machine-to-machine and internet of things (M2M/IoT) to encompass all entities across various segments is anticipated to facilitate the standardization of IoT services. This move aims to establish a unified standard that addresses key issues such as know your customer (KYC), security, and encryption. Currently, […]
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DoT Issues Consumer Advisory to Prevent Cyber Fraud
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a warning, advising consumers against dialing *401# followed by an unknown mobile number due to the potential for cyber fraud. According to the DoT’s statement, individuals should be cautious about responding to suspicious incoming calls instructing them to dial *401# followed by an unfamiliar mobile number. The DoT […]
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Telecom Department Issues Notice to Vodafone Idea Over KYC Rule Violations
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has raised concerns against Vodafone Idea (Vi) for allegedly providing mobile connections to corporate clients without adhering to the mandatory “know your customer” (KYC) procedures for end-users. This action is seen as a violation of India’s customer verification regulations aimed at preventing cyber fraud. In a letter dated December 29, […]
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DoT Broadens M2M and WPAN/WLAN Registration to Include All Entities
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), operating under the Ministry of Communications (MoC), has extended the registration for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Wireless Personal Area Network/Wireless Local Area Network (WPAN/WLAN) to encompass all entities involved in these activities. This includes companies, government departments, organizations, partnerships, and more, engaged in M2M service provisioning and WPAN/WLAN Connectivity Provisioning. The […]
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DoT Prepares War Room Using AI for Seamless Network at Ayodhya Ram Temple Event
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to enhance connectivity during the upcoming inauguration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The DoT is conducting predictive analysis based on expected attendance to guide telecom operators in deploying additional mobile sites and determining the optimal technology—2G, 4G, or 5G. Anticipating […]
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DoT Excludes 600 MHz Band from Upcoming Spectrum Auction
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has decided not to include the 600 MHz spectrum in the upcoming auction, citing the need for further studies to ensure it doesn’t interfere with satellite operations. This spectrum band was previously offered in the August 2022 auction but saw no takers. Priced at Rs 3,927 crore per unit, it […]
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Google Play Took Down Two Int’l eSIM Services Apps from Play Store in India After DoT’s Orders
Google has taken down two apps, Airalo and Holafly, offering international eSIM services from the Google Play Store in India following directives from the Department of Telecommunication (DoT) aimed at curbing cyberfraud. Both applications, facilitating eSIM-enabled telecom services globally, were removed from the Google Play Store for the Indian region. Despite attempts to seek comments […]
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The Online Certification Approval System introduced by the Telecom Engineering Centre
On Friday, AK Sahu, a Member of the Digital Communication Commission (DCC), officially launched the online modules for the Certificate of Approval (CoA) and Technology Approval under the voluntary certification scheme of the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC). TEC serves as the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DOT). The introduction of these online modules […]
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Department of Telecommunications (DoT) Gears Up for Implementation of Over 30 Rules Based on New Telecom Act
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is actively developing over 30 rules in line with the recently enacted Telecommunications Act, set for implementation in the coming months. Officials familiar with the matter revealed that these rules will cover aspects such as spectrum allotment, call interception, and biometric data collection, necessitating the establishment of defined processes. An […]
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