TELECOM ACT
Trai inputs sought on rolling out authorisation mechanism
"Trai met the telecom operators and internet service providers today (Thursday) to seek their inputs on the authorisation structure. The players can provide their comments by early next week, following which Trai will issue a consultation paper," an official told ET on condition of anonymity. The Telecommunications Act, which came into force on June 26, calls for a simple regulatory framework by abolishing the license regime and replacing it with an authorisation mechanism.
ET Explains: All about vRAN and what it means for Vi
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has completed trials using Samsung's virtualised RAN (vRAN) technology, which is expected to bring substantial cost savings to the telco compared to legacy hardware infrastructure. vRAN is a technology that allows for the complete running of baseband functions as software on commonly available hardware, reducing server or processor capacity at sites. It also allows for the centralisation of some processing functions to local nodes, reducing server or processor capacity at sites.
Know all about the Telecom Act which came into effect on June 26
(DoT) initiated the process in July 2022 and a draft Bill was put out for consultation in September that year. During the consultation process, 60 ministries, 35 associations, 89 companies including seven telcos and internet service providers, and over 700 other entities responded. The Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha on December 18, 2023, and was passed by the Lower House of Parliament on December 20, 2023 and the Rajya Sabha on the following day.
Pay without work, and a complaint?
French woman Laurence Van Wassenhove takes telecom giant Orange to court after receiving full salary for 30 years without work, citing 'moral harassment' due to medical conditions.
Telecom Act 2023 based on principles of inclusion, growth, responsiveness for developed India
The Telecommunications Act, 2023, effective from June 26, emphasizes inclusion, security, growth, and responsiveness for a developed India, enabling government control for national interests, research and development funding, and fair infrastructure access for network expansion.
Government can take control of all telecom networks in times of emergency under new Telecom Act
The Telecommunications Act will establish Digital Bharat Nidhi for funding research and development instead of just supporting rural telecom services. It supersedes existing telecom rules under the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, and the Wireless Telegraphy Act (1933).
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Some sections of Telecom Act to come into force from June 26
“In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (3) of section 1 of the Telecommunications Act, 2023 (44 of 2023), the Central Government hereby appoints the 26th Day of June 2024, as the date on which the provisions of sections 1, 2, 10 to 30, 42 to 44, 46, 47, 50 to 58, 61 and 62 of the said Act shall come into force,” a gazette notification issued late Friday said. Officials told ET that the new Telecommunications Act and these sections have come into force.
Technical Breakout Stocks: How to trade JK Paper, Endurance Technologies and KEC International on Tuesday?
Indian markets closed higher with S&P BSE Sensex rising over 180 points and Nifty50 closing above 23,400 levels. Buying was observed in auto, telecom, consumer durable, and capital goods stocks. Stocks like JK Paper, Endurance Technologies, and KEC International showed significant movements, with JK Paper hitting a record high and KEC International breaking out of a rising parallel channel.
TRAI broadens scope of telecom consumer education fund
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) on Friday amended regulations 6 and 13 of the Telecommunication Consumers Education and Protection Fund (TCEPF) principal rules to enable utilisation of the fund for expenses relating to preparation, maintenance, audit of accounts, and for the participation of representatives of consumer groups attending meetings of the Committee for Utilisation of Telecommunication Consumers Education & Protection Fund (CUTCEF).
Jio Satellite Communications seeks trial spectrum after IN-Space clearance
The Department of Telecom has already granted satellite communication service licence GMPCS and internet service provider licence to Jio Satellite Communications.
Prioritise 6 GHz spectrum for 5G, roll out fair share data network usage norm: COAI to government
COAI emphasizes the need for massive spectrum resources like Bharat 6G Alliance and Vision for 6G innovations and deployment.
Jyotiraditya Scindia is new telecom minister
Jyotiraditya Scindia, the Minister of Communications in the Modi Cabinet 3.0, faces key challenges in overseeing the 5G spectrum auction, ensuring the survival of Vodafone Idea, and implementing new telecom rules. His role also involves making decisions on satellite spectrum usage and improving the quality of telecom services for consumers. Scindia's return to the Cabinet marks a significant political journey from the Congress to the BJP, highlighting his academic background and past political affiliations.
Why imports from China are rising despite atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives
Imports from China is something India should monitor. But in some ways, this might be the way for the country to become a self-reliant economy.
Telecom service providers seek urgent intervention from DoT to curb rising equipment theft
Telecom service providers in India are facing a surge in theft of critical equipment, disrupting services and causing financial losses. This has prompted Lt. Gen. Dr SP Kochhar to urgently appeal to the Department of Telecommunications. The thefts mainly target Remote Radio Units and Baseband Units. Specific regions like Delhi NCR, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu are heavily impacted. Stolen equipment is rarely recovered, leading to service outages and legal challenges.
DoT dials cops to stop network gear theft
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a directive to tackle rampant theft of critical network gear causing Rs 800 crore losses for telcos, disrupting 4G/5G expansions and affecting mobile coverage quality.
Top regulators, govt departments join forces to counter pesky calls, online fraud
Regulators such as RBI, SEBI, Trai, along with government departments like the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, and DoT, convened on May 21 to address the issue of pesky communications and online financial fraud. Discussions centered on tightening KYC rules, improving information sharing among stakeholders, and enhancing consent mechanisms. Trai's joint committee of regulators is spearheading collaborative efforts to tackle digital regulatory implications.
COAI hopes Consumer Affairs Ministry's draft guidelines will help tackle pesky calls
The Consumer Affairs Ministry's draft guidelines, supported by COAI, aim to tackle unregistered telemarketers. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India introduced TCCCPR with DLT to curb pesky communications and address voice call issues.
Telcos, tech players join forces to counter pesky calls/SMS
Telecom operators in India leverage blockchain-based DLT to combat pesky calls, SMS phishing, and protect users. Collaboration with COAI, Trai, and regulators to implement consent frameworks and draft consumer protection guidelines.
DoT aims to notify rules under Telecom Act soon
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) aims to notify rules under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 within 100 days of the new government taking charge. The rules will streamline the regulatory framework, ensuring compliance, and cover spectrum allotment, satellite communications, biometric data, and more, with a focus on customer data security and technology changes.
Trai to shortly release views on regulating communication apps
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) is set to provide recommendations on the possible regulation of over-the-top (OTT) communication apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal. The consultation process initiated in July last year continues, with stakeholders having provided their comments.
What is the best way to play the election uncertainty? Pashupati Advani answers
Pashupati Advani discusses telecom sector, Bharti Airtel, Indus Towers, challenges faced by private banks, HDFC Bank, election uncertainty, and insights on IPOs and the primary market. Advani says: "If one was being prudent, I would actually say take money off the table in the market and wait for the actual election result. "
Soon-to-be unfair trade practice, telemarketing & fraudulent calls to incur criminal liability
The Department of Consumer Affairs is working to bring out relevant guidelines in a couple of months. These will put accountability on telemarketers and their principal entities — such as banks, real estate companies or any other consumer-facing business — while sending promotional or transactional messages or making such calls for customer conversion.
Pakistan telecom operators block 3,500 SIMs of non-filers after-tax body order
The FBR also sent messages to about 5,000 individuals, warning them that their mobile phone SIMs would be blocked if they did not file their returns. It has further sought details of the blocked SIMs from the telecom operators.
DoT set to seek clarity, security clearance from NSCS on satcom
Officials familiar with the matter revealed that the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is expected to approach the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) to seek approval and clarification regarding satellite communications, particularly concerning data transfer, usage, and the equipment and components utilized in satellite gateways located in India.
Trai recommends govt funding for testing new telecom innovations as part of sandbox framework
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has suggested that the government should provide funding for testing new products in the communications sector to bridge the digital divide. The regulatory sandbox framework allows entrepreneurs to test their products on live networks even without funding. However, the regulator emphasizes the need for network security and consumer protection.
Ministries need to coordinate & act to check menace of phishing via spam calls, messages: Trai chief Anil Kumar Lahoti
The recent recommendations for CNAP do not raise privacy concerns, according to the telecom regulator's chairman. He highlighted the need for collaboration between ministries to tackle phishing and emphasized Trai's role in data protection regulations.
Indian telecom sector may see FDI revival from FY25
India's telecom sector anticipates a surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) over the next two years following recent policy changes. The opening of satellite communications and the introduction of the Telecommunications Act are expected to attract investment and enhance sectoral appeal. Despite a recent FDI decline due to domestic funding availability and sporadic investments, experts foresee increased FDI inflows with these regulatory reforms, signaling potential growth opportunities for the industry.
DoT readying over 30 rules based on new Telecom Act
New Telecom Act: The rules will define spectrum pricing for administrative allocation to services like satellite communication, a lawful interception mechanism for carriers and the conditions for spectrum trading, sharing and surrender, among others.
ET Explainer: How complaints will be dealt with under Telecommunications Act
The Telecommunications Act 2023 introduces an enhanced online grievance redressal system to expedite dispute resolution between telecom companies and consumers. Here’s an ET Explainer on the key players and how the grievance redressal system will work.
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