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DoT Temporarily Stops Accepting Telecom Licenses Under New Telecom Act 2023
Summary:The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is suspending the acceptance of new telecom-license applications from November 10, 2025, pending the formal rollout of an authorization framework under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. Existing applications submitted before the cutoff will continue to be processed, while the pause is intended to prevent regulatory confusion during the shift to the […]
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Vodafone Idea AGR Dues Hearing Now on 27 October; Vi Shares Dips
Vodafone Idea’s AGR Case Update The Supreme Court has deferred Vodafone Idea’s plea challenging the ₹5,606 crore AGR demand for FY 2016–17, directing the Centre to present a clear stance when the matter resumes after Diwali. #CourtCorner | #VodafoneIdea AGR case hearing deferred again, to be taken up after #Diwali pic.twitter.com/3WTtNagv6j — CNBC-TV18 (@CNBCTV18Live) October […]
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Vodafone Idea AGR dues hearing on 13 October; Vi Shares Surges
Summary:Vodafone Idea is seeking Supreme Court to waive interest, penalties related to Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues. Apex court will hear the petition on October 13, 2025. As of 8th Oct 2025, Vodafone Idea surged about 11% over the past week and about 21% over the past week, reflecting the spirit of strong investors before […]
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DoT Extends 5G EMF Self-Certification Deadline to December 31 2025
The Telecommunications Department (DoT) has expanded the self-certification compliance to the 5G Electro Magnetic Field (EMF) by December 31, 2025. This step gives Indian telecom operators more time to ensure that the EMF is met with safety standards, adjusting the Rapid Network Rollout with public health and regulatory standards. What the Extension Means Telecom operators […]
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Vodafone Idea Share Prices Rises Due to AGR Solution Optimistic
Summary:Shares of Vodafone Idea Limited go up 1.19% to Rs 8.50 on Monday morning, with new optimism on the company’s AGR dues case. The support of the Government of India and the postponed hearing of the Supreme Court have eased the concerns of the investors, which has improved the spirit of the telecom operator. Vodafone […]
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India Adds 5600+ New 5G Base Stations in August 2025, Total Nears 5 Lakh
Summary:India deployed 5,615 new 5G base stations (BTS) in August 2025, taking a total of 498,135 sites nationwide. This is slightly less than the Rollout of 6,450 BTS in July, but Vodafone continues to expand India’s 5G footprint with operators, advancing developments like Idea, Reliance Jio and Airtel. India’s 5G network continues to expand rapidly, […]
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India Hosts 3GPP RAN Meetings for the First Time: A Milestone in 6G Standardization
Summary:India has achieved a historic milestone for the first time in Bengaluru by hosting the 3GPP Radio Access Network (RAN) Working Group Meetings (RAN1 -RAN5). Supported by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Telecom Standards Development Society, India (TSDSI), the event brings together global experts to discuss 6G standardization under 3GPP release 20 and finalize […]
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What is Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Scheme and its Benefits?
The Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme, launched by the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) in October 2022, is a way of investing serious money in telecom R&D, innovation and startups in India. It funds projects in 5G, 6G, rural connectivity, IoT, and more, while encouraging cooperation between academics, startups, MSMEs, research institutes and industry. In […]
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DoT Seeks PMO Help to Save Vodafone Idea from Insolvency by FY26
The intervention of the DoT highlights the gravity of Vodafone Idea’s financial crisis, as the existence of Telco now rests on government’s support. Vi has informed the officials that its ongoing loan talks with banks are completely dependent on receiving assistance related to the AGR liabilities. Government may slash AGR dues for #Vi, #Airtel. @EyeshwaryaPatil […]
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DoT Cuts 95% Telecom Equipment Security Testing Fees
Summary:In a major regulatory reform, the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) has reduced the security testing assessment fee by 95% under the Communications Safety Certification Scheme (ComSEC). Effective from August 1, 2025, the move aims to support MSME, local manufacturers and innovations in India’s telecommunications and ICT regions. DoT Reduces Security Certification Fees by 95% to […]
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