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Tariff Hike News- TRAI and Telecom Operators Clashes Over Tariff Plan Mandates
The ongoing dispute between the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and leading telecom operators—Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi), and Reliance Jio—centers on how mobile plans are structured and the resulting impact on consumers and industry revenues. TRAI’s Perspective TRAI is increasingly concerned about the growing complexity of bundled plans, which combine voice, SMS, data, […]
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TRAI Sets Guidelines for Critical IoT Use and SIM Transfer Regulations
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued fresh recommendations addressing critical services in the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) sector and the transfer of ownership of M2M SIMs. These recommendations follow a reference from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) dated January 1, 2024, seeking a review of TRAI’s earlier guidelines from September 2017. Background and Consultation […]
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TRAI Mobile Subscriber Data January 2025- Jio and Airtel Gain Mobile Users, Vi and BSNL Continue to Lose Subscribers
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel added mobile subscribers in January 2025, while Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL) reported continued user losses, according to data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Subscriber Additions Bharti Airtel led the month with a net addition of 16.5 lakh users, followed by Reliance […]
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Airtel & Jio Leads in Telecom Network Quality Test Drive
On April 17, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) published findings from Independent Drive Tests (IDTs) conducted in February 2025 across six Licensed Service Areas (LSAs)—Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, UP-West, Gujarat, and Odisha. The tests, carried out by RedMango Analytics Private Limited on behalf of TRAI, covered major cities including Alappuzha, Dehradun, Shimla, […]
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Apple’s Satellite Partner Globalstar Gears Up to Launch Services in India
After Elon Musk’s Starlink and Jeff Bezos’ Project Kuiper, Globalstar—Apple’s satellite communications (satcom) partner—is preparing to roll out its services in India. The Louisiana-based company has reportedly submitted an application to the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), the Centre’s nodal agency for space-related authorizations. Globalstar currently powers Apple’s Emergency SOS via satellite […]
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Coverage Maps of Airtel, Jio and Vi Goes Live
Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea have made their network coverage maps available to users on their respective websites. This move comes in response to a directive from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), which mandates telecom operators to display geospatial coverage maps showing the areas where they provide wireless voice and broadband […]
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TRAI May Restrict Starlink to Unserved Mobile Regions
With Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio partnering strategically with Starlink, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is expected to fast-track its recommendations on satellite spectrum pricing. Sources indicate that the regulator may advise satellite companies to focus initially on serving mobile dark areas—regions without terrestrial network coverage. This approach aims to address concerns raised […]
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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology to Revolutionize Telecom Tower Power
A cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cell-based backup power solution is set to transform the telecom industry by providing a cleaner, more efficient alternative to traditional diesel generators, the government announced. This innovative plug-and-play system aligns with India’s renewable energy goals while ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for millions across the country, according to the Ministry of Science and […]
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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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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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