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The regulator has also sought views on modifying minimum spectrum rollout obligations following consumer complaints about coverage gaps on highways, train routes and rural areas

Telecom dept flags concerns over Trai’s satcom pricing plan, seeks review

A major point of contention is Trai’s proposal to impose an additional Rs 500 annual charge on urban satellite broadband subscribers

TRAI, RBI launch pilot for digital consent to curb spam calls, banks and telcos onboard

The pilot, seen as a critical tool in the fight against spam and fraud, includes major banks such as SBI, ICICI, HDFC, Axis Bank, PNB, Canara Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, along with leading telecom service providers.

Amazon Kuiper flags spectrum concerns as Indian telcos seek exclusive microwave access for 5G, 6G backhaul

The Cellular Operators Association of India has asked Trai to reserve all microwave backhaul spectrum such as 6 GHz (lower), 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 21 GHz and E and V bands for telcos holding access licences.

MC Exclusive | Starlink, Amazon ink first satellite broadband pacts in India ahead of spectrum allocation

With these partnerships, the LEO satellite broadband firms aim to monetise their offerings in B2B (enterprise) and B2G (government) segments, while simultaneously preparing to serve the retail consumer market, where pricing models are still being finalised.

Fighting spam: TRAI teams up with RBI for pilot to digitise legacy user consent in banks

TRAI noted that a large number of spam complaints are made by customers against the business entities from whom they had previously purchased goods or services.

Trai satellite spectrum charges 'non-rational,' say telcos

This marks the first formal response by telecom companies to Trai’s recommendations, which were released last month.

TRAI seeks industry views on microwave spectrum allocation post-Telecom Act overhaul

Stakeholders have until June 25 to send in their inputs, with counter-comments accepted until July 9

TRAI sets 4% AGR spectrum fee for satcom firms like Starlink, OneWeb; dismisses level-playing field concerns

Telecom regulator TRAI recommends a 5 year validity period for satellite spectrum licences, extendable by 2 years

Trai recommends reducing license fees for DTH companies to 3%

TRAI has also proposed changes to authorization fees for radio broadcasting services, standardizing the rate at 4% of AGR across all cities.

India’s 5G growth: Trai backs auctioning more spectrum in key mmWave bands

On February 4, TRAI proposed auctioning spectrum in the 37-37.5 GHz and 37.5-40 GHz frequency bands while excluding the 42.5-43.5 GHz range due to the lack of a supporting device ecosystem.

TRAI to examine new voice and SMS-only plans launched by private telcos

TRAI believes these plans will cater to subscribers who do not require data services while allowing service providers to offer bundled and data-only options to promote data inclusion.

Satellite-based communications service to play pivotal role in expanding digital connectivity: TRAI Chairman

Lahoti further discussed Trai’s recommendation for adopting embedded SIMs for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications, which could stimulate the growth of a homegrown M2M eSIM ecosystem.

TRAI proposes rationalised broadband tariffs to boost PM-WANI scheme

On September 16, 2024, the DoT introduced amendments to the PM-WANI framework, removing the requirement for PDOs to enter commercial agreements with TSPs for internet connectivity

Telecom licensing overhaul coming, DoT clears Trai recommendations on new authorisation

The development marks a significant step toward implementing the new regime under the recently enacted Telecommunications Act

Tighter anti-spam norms in a month; TRAI pilot soon to onboard past user consents onto digital system

On the industry pushback on the voice-only STVs, Lahoti said that the regulator has to take a balanced view after taking all aspects into consideration.

Trai recommends issuing 5 Mhz spectrum more to railways in premium 700 Mhz band

The DoT has already allocated 5 MHz of spectrum in the 700 MHz band to Indian Railways in 2021. Telecom signals transmitted in the 700 MHz band can cover an area in the range of 6-10 km.

Curbing spam: COAI says minimal disruptions expected as SMS traceability kicks in 

From today, telcos have started rejecting messages with undefined or mismatched telemarketer chains check spam calls and messages

TRAI likely to finalise updated regulations on curbing spam calls by January: Chairman Lahoti

A series of measures taken over the past months by the regulator to combat spam calls and malicious/fraudulent messages is leading to "significant and perceptible clean up of the system" but noted that "more needs to be done", the official said

Reliance Jio seeks Scindia’s help in Trai satcom consultation to secure a level-playing field

In its October 10 letter, Jio expressed “significant concerns” over Trai's latest consultation paper on the spectrum assignment for certain satellite-based services

Telcos monthly average revenue per user climbs 8% to Rs 157.45 in June quarter: Trai

In its quarterly performance indicator report, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) said the Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) of the telecom service sector for the reporting quarter increased by 0.13 per cent on a quarterly basis to Rs 70,555 crore.

Telcos must shift to authorisation regime after licence expiry, consultation paper on satellite spectrum soon: Trai

Trai’s recommendations came after the Telecommunications Act of 2023, which paved the way for replacing the present licensing regime with an authorisation mechanism.

Trai, DoT jointly disconnect over 1 crore mobile phone connection

The Department of Telecom has blocked 2.27 lakh mobile handsets for their involvement in cybercrime and financial fraud

Soon, access service providers won't be able to transmit messages containing APKs, URLs unless whitelisted by senders

Starting September 1, access service providers will be prohibited from transmitting messages containing URLs, APKs, OTT links, or callback numbers unless they have been whitelisted by the respective senders.

Entities found misusing bulk connections for spam calls to face disconnection, blacklisting: TRAI

Sending out a strong message to erring entities and declaring its all-out offensive against spam calls, TRAI emphasised the urgent need to take firm action on spammers using `PRI/SIP connections' for voice calls/Robo calls/Pre-recorded calls "without further delay".