DoT

5G Use Case Workshop by DoT at IIT Gandhinagar

The National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation, and Training (NTIPRIT), operating under the Department of Telecommunications (DOT), organized a two-day workshop at IIT Gandhinagar aimed at raising awareness about the diverse applications of 5G technology across industries. Titled “5G Use Case Labs: Awareness and Pre-Commissioning Readiness,” the workshop focused on fostering innovation in 5G […]

Regulatory

DoT Establishes Committee for NFAP 2022 Review and Revise

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has established a committee tasked with the review and revision of the National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP) – 2022. Serving as a pivotal document, the NFAP delineates the allocation of spectrum and its utilization across various sectors. This committee, approved by the competent authority, operates under the leadership of the […]

Broadband

Space Broadband | Jio in Satellite Broadband Race | Eutelsat OneWeb Looks to Go Ahead of Starlink

In the competition to offer satellite broadband services in India, Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb is emerging as a leading contender, poised to outpace competitors like Elon Musk’s Starlink and Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio. Setting itself apart by securing demo satellite spectrum in the ‘Ka’ and ‘Ku’ bands through administrative channels, Eutelsat OneWeb diverges from Starlink’s retail […]

Telecom Infrastructure

Indian Telcos Concerned Over Equipment Theft, Urge DoT to Block Certain Websites

Indian telecom operators are expressing discontent as incidents of active equipment theft reach unprecedented levels. The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing Indian telecom operators, recently addressed a letter to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) seeking assistance. According to COAI, since October 2023, incidents of telecom equipment theft, particularly Remote Radio Units (RRUs) and […]

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 […]

Regulatory

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 […]

Regulatory

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 […]

Broadband

Government Classifies Satellite Broadband as Telecom Service, Permits 100% FDI through Automatic Route

The government is poised to classify satellite broadband as a telecom service, making companies like Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb, Elon Musk’s Starlink, Jeff Bezos-led Amazon Kuiper, and Canada’s Telesat eligible for 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) through the automatic route, similar to telecom service providers, according to top lawyers and senior satellite industry executives. This move […]

Regulatory

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 […]

Regulatory

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) […]