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TRAI to Finalize Satellite Spectrum Guidelines by December 15: Report
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is set to finalize its recommendations on satellite communication spectrum allocation by December 15. Following TRAI’s recommendations, the government will review and decide on the allocation approach, potentially paving the way for satellite-based broadband services across India. TRAI’s Satellite Spectrum Recommendations According to reports, TRAI aims to submit […]
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TRAI Enforces New Measures to Combat Spam Calls and Secure SMS Messaging
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced significant measures to curb spam calls and prevent misuse of SMS headers and templates by entities spreading fraudulent or malicious messages. Announced on Monday, these initiatives aim to protect consumers and establish a secure messaging environment in India. Key Measures Implemented 1. Strict Penalties for Spam […]
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TRAI Introduces 2024 Regulations for Property Digital Connectivity Ratings
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced the “Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024.” This framework aims to rate buildings or properties based on their digital connectivity, promoting strong digital infrastructure through a collaborative and sustainable model. These regulations are designed to motivate property managers to enhance digital connectivity for current […]
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Mukesh Ambani vs Elon Musk: Space Broadband Spectrum Decision Spiced Up
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance has challenged the telecom regulator’s decision to allocate home satellite broadband spectrum administratively rather than through an auction, escalating its conflict with Elon Musk’s Starlink. The debate over how India should distribute spectrum for satellite services has been ongoing since last year. Starlink, along with global competitors like Amazon’s Project Kuiper, […]
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Indian Telecom Services Performance Indicator Report Ending 30 June 2024
TRAI has published the ‘Indian Telecom Services Performance Indicator Report’ for the quarter ending June 30, 2024. The report offers a comprehensive overview of India’s telecom services, highlighting key metrics and growth trends across telecom, Cable TV, DTH, and radio broadcasting services for Q1 FY25, based on data provided by telecom operators.
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New Telecom Rules from 1st October 2024
All smartphone users rely on SIM cards for calling and internet access, with four major telecom operators in India: Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL. However, many have faced poor service quality and a flood of spam messages containing unsolicited links to fake websites. While telecom technology has advanced from 2G to 5G, users often remain […]
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Reliance Jio 1 Year Recharge Plans in Detail
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, became the first to announce tariff hikes following the 2024 Spectrum Auction. The revised tariffs, effective from July 2024, affect both prepaid and postpaid plans. Despite these changes, Jio continues to offer a variety of recharge options to its massive user base, which stood at over 476 million wireless […]
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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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TRAI Blacklists 50 Entities and 2.74 Lakhs Numbers Disconnected
In the past two weeks, telecom service providers have blacklisted over 50 entities and disconnected more than 2.75 lakh mobile numbers and telecom resources following a strict crackdown on spam calls and messages by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). TRAI begins its crackdown on Spam Calls ❌50+ entities blacklisted ❌2.75 lakh disconnections pic.twitter.com/zyFuE63HvV […]
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Telcos Seek Extension for September 1 Deadline to Upgrade DLT Platforms
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has set a September 1 deadline for telecom companies to block messages containing URLs, APKs, OTT links, and call-back numbers that are not registered. Currently, only message headers and templates are registered with telecom providers, while the content is not. Starting September 1, telcos such as Reliance Jio, […]
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