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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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What’s Next in Vodafone Idea Fundraising
Vodafone Idea’s funding efforts are closely associated with the election results. Recently, VI raised around Rs 20,000 crore through a follow-on public offer (FPO) and a promoter entity. The company plans to secure an additional Rs 35,000 crore through loans, but it is gaining clarity on investors and lenders whether the government will convert a […]
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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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India is Exporting Telecom Equipment to 70 Countries, Says Report
India is exporting domestically developed and manufactured telecom gear to over 70 countries worldwide. Companies such as Tejas Networks, HFCL, C-DoT, and Reliance Jio are leading this initiative by producing telecom equipment locally, including a portfolio of RAN and core equipment for 5G and 4G developed by Jio. Madhu Arora, an official from the Department […]
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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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All About Sanchar Saathi Portal
The Department of Telecommunications has introduced the Sanchar Saathi Portal, an innovative initiative designed to empower mobile subscribers, enhance their security, and increase awareness of government initiatives. This platform allows citizens to effectively manage and monitor the mobile connections registered under their name. It offers valuable features such as disconnecting unnecessary connections, tracking lost phones, […]
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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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Is MTNL Closing Down? Is the Fate Near for MTNL?
The central government is considering the closure of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) post the general elections. While the specifics of the shutdown are yet to be finalized, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) shows no inclination to sustain the telecom company, which operates in Delhi and Mumbai. MTNL, a publicly listed company, has been grappling […]
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