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India Focuses on Private 5G Sector
India’s private 5G sector is still in its early stages. Telecom operators believe they are best positioned to provide enterprises with access to private 5G networks. However, many businesses argue that they should have the option to set up their own private 5G networks if they are granted access to the spectrum. The Department of […]
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New SIM Card Rules Introduced: Stricter Verification Process Ahead
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is implementing new measures following instructions from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) last month to curb fraud linked to fake SIM cards. The government is set to enforce stricter rules to prevent mobile connection misuse, particularly in financial scams and cybercrime. Telecom operators have been directed to implement the Digital […]
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DoT Extends Deadline for Mandatory SIM Dealer Verification to March 31
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has extended the deadline for mobile operators to register their SIM card dealers, agents, and distributors until March 31, 2025. This extension was primarily granted to accommodate BSNL, which required additional time to address certain software-related challenges. Meanwhile, private telecom operators had already completed the registration of their agents and […]
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TRAI Proposes Revised Authorization Framework for Telecom Infrastructure and Services
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released its recommendations on the terms and conditions for network authorizations under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. This move aims to streamline regulatory processes, enhance ease of doing business, and support the growth of the telecom sector. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) had sought TRAI’s input on the […]
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Eutelsat OneWeb Seeks Swift DoT Clearance for Satellite Gateways in India
Eutelsat OneWeb, backed by Bharti, is seeking expedited approval from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to deploy its twin earth station gateways in India. These gateways will connect to its global low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, enabling broadband-from-space services across South Asian countries, excluding Pakistan and China. In a recent letter to the DoT, Eutelsat […]
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Adani News: Adani Group’s Private 5G Rollout Still on Hold After Three Years
Adani Group has yet to launch its private 5G network, despite acquiring spectrum for the service three years ago. According to sources, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued multiple notices to Adani Data Networks, a subsidiary of the Adani Group, seeking clarification for the delay, but has not received a response. “There is no […]
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Strengthening Telecom Infrastructure for Disaster Resilience
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), in collaboration with the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), has launched a comprehensive report on the Disaster Risk and Resilience Assessment Framework (DRRAF), marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s telecom sector against disasters. This report is part of an extensive study on national and sub-national disaster risk and […]
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Get to Know New Spectrum Auction Rules Under Telecommunications Act, 2023
The Ministry of Communications (Department of Telecommunications) issued a notification on January 31, 2025, regarding the Telecommunications (Assignment of Spectrum through Auction) Rules, 2025. These rules, framed under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, aim to regulate the spectrum auction process, ensure transparent spectrum allocation, and define procedures for spectrum surrender and compliance. Key Definitions & […]
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500 Fraud Sale SIM Cards Uncovered by DoT Hyderabad
The Hyderabad unit of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has uncovered a major telecom fraud involving the unauthorized sale of 500 Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM cards. According to DoT, a Point of Sale (POS) agent was found involved in illegally distributing these SIMs, which were supplied to unregistered and illegal telemarketers. The authenticity of documents […]
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Mobile Data in India is World Cheapest, Says DoT
India continues to lead in offering some of the world’s cheapest mobile data, driving its digital revolution, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) stated in a post on X on January 27, 2025. The department credited affordable handsets, widespread internet penetration, and low data costs for making mobile phones accessible to nearly every citizen. Bharat 🇮🇳 […]
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