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Kripa B December 26th, 2024 12:57 PM 13 COMMENTS

Indian Telcos Slam TRAI’s New Voice and SMS-Only Pack Mandate: Report

India's leading telecom operators have reportedly criticised the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) new regulation requiring carriers to offer voice and SMS-only tariff packs, calling it a regressive step. They argue that this move is a setback that will hinder the transition to 4G/5G and reverse progress by preventing 2G users from fully embracing the data revolution, according to an ET report. Also Read: TRAI Launches Upgraded Website to... Read More

Kripa B December 23rd, 2024 9:27 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Launches Upgraded Website to Enhance Public Engagement

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has launched a revamped website designed to improve accessibility and communication with the public, stakeholders, and international audiences. The new site features a comprehensive dashboard for the telecom and broadcasting sectors, offering easy access to regulations, policies, statistics, and trends, the Ministry of Communications said in a statement Monday. Also Read: TRAI Releases Recommendations on Definition of International Traffic Key Features and Upgrades... Read More

Tanuja K December 17th, 2024 11:42 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI to Release an Updated DND App Soon: Report

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is working on an updated DND (Do Not Disturb) app for Indian consumers. The goal of the regulatory body is to deliver the app with a user-friendly experience and more capabilities. Currently, with the DND app, users can flag spam communications (both SMS and calls), however, they can't take any actions such as blocking the communication. The feedback gets sent from the DND... Read More

Kripa B December 13th, 2024 10:25 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Releases Recommendations on Definition of International Traffic

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued recommendations to define International Traffic, International SMS, and Domestic SMS as part of its efforts to streamline telecommunications regulations. The recommendations follow a request from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in August 2022. Also Read: TRAI Releases Consultation on Definition of International Traffic Background of TRAI's Recommendations A consultation paper on the subject - Definition of International Traffic - was released... Read More

Kripa B December 2nd, 2024 8:28 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Extends Deadline for Commercial Message Traceability to December 10, 2024

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has further extended the deadline for ensuring traceability of commercial messages to December 10th 2024, granting additional time for compliance with its traceability regulations. This follows its earlier directives mandating the declaration of Principal Entity (PE) and Telemarketer (TM) chains by November 30th 2024. Also Read: TRAI Dismisses Concerns Over OTP Delivery Delays Amid New Traceability Guidelines TRAI’s Traceability Mandate Originally scheduled for... Read More

Kripa B November 29th, 2024 7:19 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telecom Operators Must File Tariffs with TRAI Within 7 Days of Launch

Indian telecom operators such as Reliance Jio, Vodafone Idea, BSNL, and Bharti Airtel frequently introduce new tariff plans, often tweaking their prepaid offerings. However, Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea tend to roll out such tariff benefits or revisions more frequently, especially during festivals and special occasions. These include freebies or minor tweaks, accompanied by banners on websites and social media posts that highlight the benefits or capture the festive spirit.... Read More

Kripa B November 29th, 2024 9:33 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Dismisses Concerns Over OTP Delivery Delays Amid New Traceability Guidelines

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday dismissed concerns about delays in one-time password (OTP) deliveries due to its message traceability mandate, calling such claims "factually incorrect." Also Read: TRAI Directs Telecom Providers to Display Coverage Maps on Websites TRAI Refutes Delay Claims "This is factually incorrect. TRAI has mandated the Access Providers to ensure message traceability. It will not delay delivery of any message," Telecom Regulatory Authority... Read More

Kripa B November 23rd, 2024 4:53 PM 6 COMMENTS

TRAI Directs Telecom Providers to Display Coverage Maps on Websites

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has directed mobile carriers to display geospatial coverage maps on their websites, showing the geographical areas where they provide wireless voice and broadband services. This mandate is part of TRAI's revised Quality of Service (QoS) Regulations for telecom operators that have come into force on October 1, 2024 and aims to empower consumers by helping them make informed choices when selecting a telecom... Read More

Kripa B November 12th, 2024 9:38 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Set to Finalise Satcom Spectrum Rules by December 15: Report

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is expected to finalise its recommendations on spectrum allocation for satellite communications by December 15. The government will review TRAI's recommendations before making a decision on satellite spectrum allocation, a move that could open the door for satellite-based broadband services across India, according to a PTI report. Also Read: India to Allocate Satellite Broadband Spectrum, TRAI to Set Pricing: Report Trai's Satellite Spectrum... Read More

Kripa B November 2nd, 2024 8:19 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Releases Consultation Paper on Broadcasting Service Authorisations Under New Telecom Act

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recently released a Consultation Paper to establish a new framework for authorising broadcasting services under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The move follows a directive from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), which, in a letter dated July 25, 2024, highlighted the need to standardise authorisation procedures across broadcasting platforms. Also Read: TRAI Sets December 1st Deadline for Stricter SMS and Call... Read More

Kripa B October 29th, 2024 6:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Sets December 1st Deadline for Stricter SMS and Call Traceability Measures

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) announced it has implemented a series of significant measures to curb spam calls and prevent the misuse of SMS headers and content templates by deceptive entities spreading malicious or fraudulent messages. TRAI stated on Monday that these measures aim to safeguard consumer interests and ensure a clean and secure messaging ecosystem in India. Also Read: TRAI’s New Regulations to Rate Properties for Digital... Read More