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Telecom Scams in India: Daily 12 Fraud Messages, Total 93k Scams Reported
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, has revealed that 93,081 telecommunication scam cases have been reported across India to date, signaling a sharp rise in fraudulent communication incidents. These scams involve deceptive messages related to bank accounts, payment wallets, SIM cards, gas or electricity connections, KYC updates, expiration notices, government impersonation, sextortion, and […]
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OneWeb Ready to Launch Satellite Services
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is unlikely to grant provisional or interim spectrum to companies like Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio for the commercial rollout of satellite internet services in India, according to informed sources. The government intends to wait for the recommendations of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) before making any decisions on […]
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6G Rollout to Propel Growth Toward Developed Nation Status, Says Neeraj Mittal
India is now preparing for the rollout of 6G technology, a move that Telecom Secretary Neeraj Mittal believes will drive the growth needed to achieve developed nation status. Speaking on Wednesday, Mittal highlighted that the government has replaced the 150-year-old Telegraph Act with a new Telecommunications Act, designed to be relevant for the next 20-30 […]
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DoT have No Plans to Regulate WhatsApp
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has clarified that it does not plan to regulate over-the-top (OTT) communication platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram. Officials have stated that these apps do not fall under the definition of telecommunication as outlined in the new Act. This clarification comes as telecom companies renew efforts to push for regulations on […]
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Tripura Flood News: DoT and TSPs Does Joint Efforts to Restore Network
Tripura experienced severe disruptions due to unprecedented heavy rainfall and flooding between August 19 and August 23, leading to significant damage to telecom infrastructure and widespread service outages. In response, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), along with telecom service providers (TSPs) such as BSNL, Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi), has successfully restored over […]
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DoT Trying to Sort Connectivity of 5G Near Airports
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is currently conducting tests in collaboration with the Departments of Space and Technology to ensure that 5G connections do not interfere with aircraft systems. The DoT aims to enhance 5G connectivity at approximately 124 airports across the country. If successful, by the end of September, both residents near airports and […]
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Globalstar to Rival Starlink for Satcom License in India
Globalstar, the provider of emergency SOS services for Apple devices, is planning to apply for a license to offer satellite communication (satcom) services in India. The company expressed its intention to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in India and will seek a GMPCS (Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite) authorization. In a submission to the Telecom […]
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BSNL 4G Rollout Status- 15,000 BSNL 4G sites to be Completed
State-owned telecommunications company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in India has announced the completion of over 15,000 4G sites under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This achievement was shared on X (formerly Twitter), with BSNL stating, “4G for Every Indian.” Proud to announce the milestone of 15,000+ 4G sites built under the #AtmanirbharBharat initiative. Empowering India […]
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TRAI Takes Measures Against Spam Calls, Telcos to Report Unregistered Telemarketers
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has stepped up its campaign against spam and robocalls by directing all telecom companies to report data on unregistered telemarketers based on consumer complaints from April to June. Telemarketers are required to use the 140 series for calls, but most spam calls come from standard 10-digit numbers, making […]
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DoT Eases Rules for Foreigners Seeking Mobile Connections
The government has relaxed the norms for foreign nationals seeking mobile connections in India by making the provision of sending a one-time password (OTP) to a local number optional. In an order dated July 31, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) noted that foreign nationals visiting India face challenges in obtaining mobile connections as they are […]
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