Telecom Industry

Brokerages expect Vodafone Idea's revival plan to hinge on bank loans

Indus Towers to be key beneficiary as telco is planning to increase tower footprint

DoT de-licenses lower 6 GHz band to boost next-generation Wi-Fi services

The de-licensing of the lower 6 GHz band will enable Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 services, supporting faster connectivity, next-generation devices, and data-intensive applications such as gaming, AR and VR

Next round of tariff hikes likely after Jio IPO; analysts expect 15% rise

Delay in hikes due to organic increase in market leader Jio's ARPU

Jio Platforms Q3FY26 results: Net profit rises 11.2% to ₹7,629 crore

Jio AirFiber becomes first FWA service globally to surpass 10 mn users

Telcos push I&B ministry for fresh D2M tech assessment: What they want

Indian telcos have urged the I&B Ministry to restart the technical evaluation of direct-to-mobile technology, calling for broader standards-setting and consultation involving all stakeholders

AGR case: Vodafone Idea may consider raising debt to accelerate growth

While Vodafone Idea has shifted focus toward other options including raising debt, a potential equity investment may still take place, the people said

Telecom industry wants another technology evaluation of D2M broadcasting

Telecom players have claimed that D2M broadcasting has direct implications for spectrum bands identified for existing and future 5G use

Telecom firms, Navi Mumbai airport operator lock horns over network access

The COAI said NMIAL is statutorily obligated to provide "right of way" permission in a non-discriminatory and time-bound manner for the installation of telecom infrastructure

Satcom, Vodafone Idea survival, frauds keep telecom sector abuzz in 2025

Entry of new communications service providers in the form of satcom created a spark in the sector with Elon Musk-led Starlink getting permission to start services but pending security clearance and delay in decision over spectrum pricing have pushed its potential roll out to the next year. Union telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia told PTI that satcom services, which were earlier a figment of imagination, will be a reality soon. "We have given out three licences. You are looking at, hopefully, very soon, the pricing norm coming out for administratively assigned spectrum and that satellite technology being also offered in our bouquet of offerings to the public," Scindia said. Entry of Starlink is expected to add to the competition in the premium segment, which is dominated by telecom operators -- mainly Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. The government has been making an effort to revive Vodafone Idea (VIL) and BSNL to check the market from getting into a duopoly and continue to keep

My goal is to ensure every dark spot in India is lit up by satcom: Scindia

Scindia was replying to a question on the government stand on spectrum charges that Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) should pay for its global satellite phone service (GSPS)

ARPU gains, premiumisation to support Bharti Airtel's valuations

Lower capex, customer upgradation among the major drivers for the stock

SIM-binding diktat by DoT: Tech firms warn of disruptions for consumers

Move to prevent fraud, ensure security, say telcos

Trai rejects DoT view on hike in satcom annual spectrum charge to 5%

Govt to study the regulator's response before issuing final guidelines

Trai rejects DoT push for 5% satcom fee, keeps ₹500 charge for urban users

Telecom regulator Trai on Monday rejected the Department of Telecom's view, suggesting a 5 per cent annual spectrum fee to be charged from satcom (satellite communications) players instead of 4 per cent, and let go of a Rs 500 fee per connection in urban areas. The Department of Telecom (DoT) sought some changes in the recommendation of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) on satellite communications spectrum allocation methodology and charges for companies such as Elon Musk-led Starlink, Bharti Group-backed Eutelsat OneWeb, and Jio SES that are in fray to start their services in the country. The DoT had asked Trai to reconsider its recommendation to levy a 4 per cent annual spectrum charge, and instead consider the idea of levying a 5 per cent annual spectrum charge with a provision of 1 per cent discount if 5 per cent customers of the company enrolled in a year are from tough terrains in border and remote hilly area, and let go Rs 500 per customer charge if they meet th

Calling card: Vodafone Idea proposal to govt seeks recalculation of AGR

Telecom firm's proposal to DoT aims to halve dues, enabling ₹25,000 cr fundraising for 5G rollout and government stake dilution

Facing backlash, govt takes back Sanchar Saathi pre-install order

"Given Sanchar Saathi's increasing acceptance, the government has decided not to make the pre-installation mandatory for mobile manufacturers"

Telcos push OTT platforms to self-verify users, not rely on SIM checks

CAF is a critical regulatory document for compliance, and telecom service providers are audited to ensure its accuracy and integrity. Failure to do so can lead to penalties

Govt open to revising Sanchar Saathi preload order on feedback: Scindia

Telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia told Lok Sabha the Centre is open to changing DoT's Sanchar Saathi preloading directive based on feedback, as privacy concerns and OEM pushback grow

Sanchar Saathi app can be deleted, says govt; OEMs still reluctant

Apple, other global device makers not on board; India's Lava to comply

Experts on DoT mandate: SIM binding for OTTs unlikely to curb fraud

Industry and policy experts warn the new rules could upend user experience while doing little to curb cyber fraud