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In a significant regulatory update for India’s burgeoning space economy, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has officially rejected the satellite communication license applications of Tata Group’s Nelco and Hiranandani Group’s Yotta Network Services. Simultaneously, the government confirmed that Amazon’s...

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a directive mandating all telecom service providers (telcos) to implement inclusive digital Know Your Customer (KYC) processes, following a recent judgement by the Supreme Court. This move aims to ensure accessibility and...

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has responded to a back-reference received from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), firmly reasserting the necessity of mandatory Digital Ratings for in-building connectivity. The regulator has advocated for the implementation of obligatory...

In a significant move to tackle the escalating issue of financial cyber crimes across the nation, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI). This new tool is designed to empower banks, UPI service...

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is in the final stages of formulating the rules for the administrative allocation of satellite spectrum in India and is expected to roll them out soon. This development follows the recommendations from the Telecom...

A parliamentary committee has proposed the establishment of a unified Media Council to regulate print, broadcast, and digital media in India. This recommendation aims to enhance coordination and enforcement of media laws amid the evolving technological landscape.The Standing Committee...

Vodafone Idea, one of India's leading telecom operators, has missed the critical deadline of March 10, 2025, to submit a bank guarantee of Rs 6,091 crore to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). This guarantee was required to cover a...

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has approved the provisional allocation of satellite spectrum for six months to eligible players, enabling them to provide broadband services. However, Reliance Jio, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has raised concerns over the process...