Google has restricted access to the apps of international eSIM providers Airalo and Holafly for users in India for not complying with existing telecom policies in the country, according to a report. The blocking of the apps, that provide access to SIM cards that provide access to calling and data…
Telecom regulator TRAI has invited public views on the process and other norms that should be followed to allocate spectrum for satellite communication services, an official statement said on Thursday. The consultation paper “Assignment of spectrum for Space-based Communication Services” follows reference made to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India…
The Archies, Netflix’s upcoming musical drama from director Zoya Akhtar (Gully Boy), has wrapped up filming. Set in the swinging 1960s, the adaptation of the globally-beloved Archie Comics adds a uniquely Indian spin to it, creating a musical experience, bubbling with “youth, rebellion, friendships, first loves and everything young adult.”…
The Ministry of Communication has extended the last date for receipt of comments from the general public and stakeholders towards the draft of the Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, till November 20 this year. “The draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, along with an Explanatory Note, was released by this Ministry on…
TRAI’s apprehensions over potential dilution of powers under the draft telecom bill have been addressed, and the government may look at the option of taking up provisions related to strengthening of the regulatory body separately at a later stage, DoT sources said. On over-the-top (OTT) communication apps, sources said, the…
The Department of Telecom (DoT) has reportedly approached the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), seeking its views on the preparation of a framework for the regulation of internet messaging and voice calling applications. The regulation could be directed at over-the-top (OTT) service providers like Meta-owned WhatsApp, Signal, Google Meet,…
The Department of Telecom (DoT) announced on Tuesday that it had removed restrictions on telecom operators offering connectivity near international border areas. The licence norms previously stated that operators would have to “fade out” their network signal, ahead of the international border around the country, which would require the installation of…
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has sought suggestions of sector regulator TRAI on the auction of E and V bands, a senior government official said on Wednesday. Speaking at a Broadband India Forum event, DoT member (Technology) A K Tiwari said that in future the government is going to auction…
The Department of Telecom (DoT) has received upfront payment of around Rs 17,876 crore from Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, Adani Data Networks and Vodafone Idea for spectrum they won in a recent auction, according to sources. While all telecom operators have opted to make payments in 20 annual installments, Bharti…
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has pulled up the telecom department for not finalising policy on spectrum assignment for captive users and flagged the absence of spectrum price review for captive users administratively. In its report titled ‘Management of spectrum assigned on the administrative basis to government departments/agencies’, the…
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