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Kripa B February 18th, 2025 10:00 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Proposes New Authorisation Model for Telecom Infrastructure and Services

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released its recommendations on the terms and conditions for network authorisations under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The move aims to streamline regulatory processes, enhance ease of doing business, and support the growth of the telecom sector. According to the statement, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) had sought TRAI's inputs on the framework for granting authorisations to entities establishing, operating, maintaining, or expanding telecom... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur February 17th, 2025 1:26 PM 7 COMMENTS

Jio Leads in Download Speeds, Airtel in Uploads: TRAI Study

Reliance Jio, with the most widespread 5G network in India leads in the download speeds while its arch rival Airtel leads in the uploads department. The data has been shared for select cities by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India. Jio has 5G SA (standalone), while Airtel has 5G NSA (non-standalone). Note that the data shared by TRAI isn't exclusively for the 5G networks. The speeds are an average of... Read More

Kripa B February 12th, 2025 9:20 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Tightens Regulations to Combat Unsolicited Commercial Communication

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has amended the Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference Regulations (TCCCPR), 2018, introducing stricter measures to curb Unsolicited Commercial Communication (UCC) and strengthen consumer protection. "The revised regulations aim to deal with evolving methods of misuse of telecom resources and promote a more transparent commercial communication ecosystem for consumers," the Ministry of Communications said on Wednesday. Also Read: Spam, UCC Messages Find Their Way... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur February 10th, 2025 3:10 PM 30 COMMENTS

TRAI Releases Recommendations on Revision of National Numbering Plan

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) recently released recommendations for the revision of national numbering plan. To address the constraints related to the availability of adequate fixed-line numbering resources, DoT (Department of Telecommunications) had asked TRAI to give its recommendations. TRAI has now issued the recommendations, and here are the highlights. Read More - BSNL/MTNL to Get Rs 6000 Crore for 4G Expansion: Report TRAI Recommendations on Revision of National... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur February 4th, 2025 6:16 PM 5 COMMENTS

TRAI Gives Recommendations for 37 GHz, 42 GHz IMT Spectrum Bands

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has finally given recommendations for the 37-37.5 GHz, 37.5-40 GHz, and 42.5-43.5 GHz bands identified for IMT. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) had sought TRAI's views on whether these bands should be put to auction for the telcos. Now, TRAI has finally made a call on the matter. Here are the recommendations and everything else you should know. Read More - Jio, Airtel,... Read More

Kripa B January 23rd, 2025 1:34 PM 5 COMMENTS

TRAI Clarifies SIM Card Validity Rules Amid Circulating Claims in Media

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has clarified claims circulating in newspapers, on social media, and through electronic media about new rules on SIM card validity. The reports suggest that SIM cards will remain active for 90 days even without recharge under a new directive. However, TRAI has confirmed that these claims are misleading, as no new rules have been issued regarding this matter. Also Read: Effective Spectrum Management... Read More

Kripa B January 23rd, 2025 8:25 AM 5 COMMENTS

Airtel, BSNL, and Vi Lose Wireless Subscribers, Jio is the Only Gainer in November 2024: TRAI

Indian telecom service providers Bharti Airtel (Airtel), BSNL/MTNL, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) lost wireless subscribers in November 2024, while Reliance Jio (Jio) remained the only telecom operator to gain wireless subscribers during the month, according to TRAI's Telecom Subscription Data as of 30th November 2024. The data shows that the total number of wireless subscribers decreased from 1,150.42 million at the end of October 2024 to 1,148.65 million at the... Read More

Kripa B January 21st, 2025 2:31 PM 1 COMMENTS

Effective Spectrum Management Key to Telecom Growth, Says TRAI Chief

An effective spectrum management strategy is key to fostering innovation, universal connectivity, and economic growth in the telecom sector, according to Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). "He (A K Lahoti) underscored that effective spectrum management is not merely about allocation; it is about creating an environment where innovation can flourish, connectivity is universally accessible, and economic growth is fostered," as per an official... Read More

Kripa B January 19th, 2025 12:04 AM 0 COMMENTS

India’s Data Transmission Capacity to Quadruple in 2025 with New Submarine Cables: Report

India's data transmission capacity is projected to increase fourfold by 2025 with the activation of new submarine cable systems connecting the country to key global markets, said TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti at the Digicom Summit, as reported by PTI. Currently, India hosts 17 international subsea cables across 17 landing stations. Also Read: US FCC Launches Comprehensive Review of Submarine Cable Licensing Rules Submarine Cable Infrastructure "As of the end... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur January 2nd, 2025 12:27 PM 1 COMMENTS

Monthly ARPU for Indian Telcos Jump in September 2024 Quarter: TRAI

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released its performance indicator report for July-September 2024 quarter. It is worth noting that in July during the year, private Indian telcos implemented a tariff hike. This made the plans more expensive for consumers and contributed in growing the ARPU (average revenue per user) figure. As per TRAI data, the monthly ARPU for wireless services increased by 9.60% from Rs 157.45 in... Read More

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