DoT

Invitation for Proposals: Research on 6G Ecosystem Development by DoT

India’s rapid advancement in 5G deployment has propelled the government to initiate groundwork on the next frontier of telecom technology, as it now seeks proposals to expedite research on the development of the 6G ecosystem. Neeraj Mittal, the Telecom Secretary, unveiled the “Bharat 5G Portal – an integrated portal” on Tuesday, designed to serve as […]

Regulatory

DoT Anticipates Limited Revenue during Spectrum Auctions 2024

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has revised its anticipated revenue from the forthcoming spectrum auctions, signaling a significant reduction in expected earnings. Initially, the government aimed to generate Rs 5,000 crores from the spectrum auctions scheduled for the last quarter of FY24. However, a report that DoT has slashed the revenue target to Rs 500 […]

Regulatory

Prospects Dim for Telecom Spectrum Auction amid Likely License Renewals

The upcoming telecom spectrum auction is anticipated to be lackluster, with telecom service providers (TSPs) largely focused on renewing existing licenses rather than making significant new investments. In the previous auction held in 2022, the government garnered ₹1,50,173 crore, with Reliance Jio emerging as the highest bidder, acquiring radio waves worth €88,078 crore. However, industry […]

5G/6G

Government Panel Examines 5G Deployment Challenges at Airports

A panel led by principal scientific adviser Ajay Kumar Sood has been assigned the task of resolving the contentious issue surrounding the rollout of 5G services near airports, considering concerns related to aircraft and passenger safety. According to senior officials familiar with the matter, a broader panel has been formed to address the “5G matter” […]

Regulatory

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, […]

Regulatory

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 […]

Worldwide Innovation

Wi-Fi 7 Achieves Official Certification from Wi-Fi Alliance

Wi-Fi 7 has officially received certification from the Wi-Fi Alliance, marking the latest advancement in Wi-Fi standards. This new standard is designed to offer unparalleled internet speeds, surpassing even Wi-Fi 6E in terms of capabilities. Wi-Fi 7 promises users an exceptional connectivity experience, providing faster speeds than any previous Wi-Fi generation. The Wi-Fi Alliance stated […]

Regulatory Telecom Industry

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, […]

Regulatory

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 […]

Regulatory

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 […]