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DoT Launches Initiative to Boost Industry 4.0 Adoption Among MSMEs
The Telecom Sector of Excellence (TCoE) India, representing DoT, is seeking proposals from organizations and startups to develop a comprehensive baseline survey for the MSME sector in India. The focus of this survey will be on Digital Transformation through 5G Technologies and their impact. With the manufacturing industry experiencing a significant shift due to Industry […]
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National Numbering Plan Issued in TRAI Consultation Paper
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a consultation paper today on the ‘Revision of the National Numbering Plan.’ India’s telecommunications landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by cutting-edge network architectures and services. The advent of 5G networks introduces unprecedented possibilities, including ultra-high-speed connectivity, minimal latency, and extensive device integration. In this […]
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Airport 5G: DoT Calls for Enhanced In-Building Solutions
In light of ongoing security concerns, the government has temporarily barred the use of 5G services in airports. However, recognizing the critical need for uninterrupted connectivity, authorities have reportedly instructed telecom operators to deploy more in-building solutions within airport facilities. The decision to restrict 5G services at airports stems from potential interference with aircraft communication […]
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Modi 3.0: Telcos Set for 6 GHz Demand
In a fresh set of demands to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third-term National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, the telecom industry has called for the allocation of the 6 GHz frequency band, non-commercial electric power rates, and the on-ground implementation of the right of way (ROW) framework to expand telecom services in the country. “Some of […]
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4G Saturation Project: BSNL Requests Rs 99 Crore Compensation from DoT for O&M Costs
State-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has requested a reimbursement of Rs 99 crore from the government to cover additional operations and maintenance (O&M) costs resulting from delays in the delivery and commissioning of Evolved Node B (eNB) by the supplier. “Based on the delivery and commissioning progress of eNB from TCS/ITI, it is anticipated […]
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With Spectrum Auction, Other Telecom Reforms Likely to be Delayed
The postponement of the spectrum auction has caused delays in other initiatives within the telecom ministry, such as implementing regulations for the Telecommunication Act 2023 and other telecom reforms. Officials from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) stated that the auction was deferred due to internal uncertainties within the government. Consequently, no decisions will be made […]
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DoT Says, India Leading the Way in Drafting Global Standards for Responsible, Trustworthy AI
India is taking the lead in drafting global standards for responsible and trustworthy artificial intelligence (AI), with the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) having released a standard for assessing and rating fairness in AI systems, according to Niraj Verma, Additional Secretary, Department of Telecommunications. Verma also noted that TEC is now developing another standard for assessing […]
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5G Spectrum Auction Date Postponed to 25 June
On the eve of its next 5G spectrum auction, India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has once again postponed the auction, now rescheduled for June 25. Initially set for May 20, the auction was first delayed to June 6 to follow the country’s general elections, the results of which were announced today. However, the DoT amended […]
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DoT Indicates on Using Drones, Ballons for 5G Connectivity During Emergency
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is exploring the use of drones and tethered balloons to restore 5G connectivity during emergencies and natural disasters when normal telecom services are severely disrupted, according to an official familiar with the details. The DoT is planning to conduct trials in the coming months to evaluate the effectiveness of this […]
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