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
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
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
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
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
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
India's largest telecommunications operator, Reliance Jio, continued to experience significant subscriber losses for the third consecutive month, with 7.96 million wireless users leaving in September 2024. It was followed by Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel in terms of subscriber losses. During the same period, state-owned BSNL stood out as the only wireless subscriber gainer, according to data from TRAI as of September 30, 2024. Also Read: From Tariff Revisions to... Read More
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
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
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
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday has announced the "Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024," aimed at improving digital connectivity within buildings across the country. This follows TRAI's recommendations made in February 2023, which highlighted the need to integrate Digital Connectivity Infrastructure (DCI) into new and existing structures. Also Read: TRAI Releases Consultation Paper on Spectrum Assignment for Satellite-Based Services Demand for Digital Services This... Read More
The Indian telecom sector has seen a steady increase in monthly average revenue per user (ARPU) over the last several quarters. Now, as per data shared by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the monthly ARPU of the telecom sector for wireless services increased by 2.55% from Rs 153.54 in QE (quarter ending) March 2024 to Rs 157.45 in QE June 2024. On a YoY basis, this is an... Read More
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