Tag: TRAI

TRAI seeks public input on auctioning new spectrum bands for mobile services

The framework provides for using cross-sector cooperation in carrying out RS testing with the help of other ministries and agencies.(Image source: News18)

This feedback will help TRAI formulate recommendations on factors like reserve price, band plan, quantum of spectrum to be auctioned, block size, and other auction conditions specific to these new bands.

TRAI extends deadline for comments on 5G consultation paper

The framework provides for using cross-sector cooperation in carrying out RS testing with the help of other ministries and agencies.(Image source: News18)

Originally set for October 30 and November 13, the new dates are December 26 for written comments and January 8 for counter-comments.

TRAI to implement digital consent acquisition system to curb spam in commercial communications

TRAI issued a direction dated 02.06.2023 under TCCCPR-2018 to all the Access Providers to develop and deploy the Digital Consent Acquisition (DCA) facility for creating a unified platform and process to register customers' consent digitally across all Access Service Providers and Principal Entities (PE).

With the implementation of digital content acquisition, existing consents acquired through alternative means will become null and void.

TRAI grants third extension for stakeholder comments on broadcasting and cable services

The consultation paper on the new broadcast policy will be released within the next few days, said the TRAI chairman. He added that Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has completed the process of pre-conversation for a broadcast policy. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

TRAI has decided on another extension, pushing the final deadlines to October 10 for comments and October 25 for counter-comments.

TRAI issues consultation paper on digital transformation through the 5G ecosystem

The consultation paper on the new broadcast policy will be released within the next few days, said the TRAI chairman. He added that Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has completed the process of pre-conversation for a broadcast policy. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

Written comments on the issues for consultation are invited from the stakeholders by October 30, 2023 and counter-comments, if any, by November 13, 2023.

Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar defends net neutrality amidst telco push for OTT charges

“Net Neutrality in India was a hard fought battle for those who remember - which started during UPA government and peaked in 2015/2016. I led an effort where over 5 lac Indians wrote to TRAI opposing efforts of some telcos to cabelize the internet and double dip/charge,” the minister said in a social media post. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

In a social media post, Chandrasekhar emphasized on the critical role net neutrality played in fostering a globally competitive startup ecosystem in India.

TRAI advocates including digital connectivity infra in building development plans as a vital utility

The consultation paper on the new broadcast policy will be released within the next few days, said the TRAI chairman. He added that Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has completed the process of pre-conversation for a broadcast policy. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

As per the telecom regulator’s new consultation paper, while significant improvements have been made in telecom service coverage outdoors, there is still gap in meeting the quality of service demands indoors, both in residential and commercial areas. TRAI initiative is a step taken towards addressing this gap.

TRAI’s recommendations drive local value addition in Indian telecom equipment manufacturing

This move by Godrej & Boyce positions the company to capitalize on the growing aspiration and digital payment-driven demand in smaller cities and towns (Representative Image: Vardan Papikyan via Unsplash)

The recommendations are designed to further boost the domestic telecom equipment manufacturing sector and align it with global trends.