The Department of Telecommunications and service providers are working to restore networks in cyclone-hit areas of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Network availability in Andhra Pradesh has reached 99.18 per cent, while connectivity in three Odisha districts is gradually improving.
The Department of Telecommunications has directed operators to roll out CNAP from November 1, 2026, enabling users to see callers’ names alongside numbers. The service will be automatic for users, with safeguards and provisions for businesses to display preferred names
The Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom companies to strictly enforce the nine-SIM limit for individual subscribers from August 24. Customers will have to declare existing mobile connections, while the Digital Intelligence Platform will help telcos identify subscribers crossing the limit.
Vodafone Idea has received a notice from the Department of Telecommunications demanding Rs 26.83 crore in liquidated damages for allegedly failing to meet minimum rollout obligations linked to spectrum acquired in the 2022 auction.
India’s Department of Telecommunications introduced major PM-WANI reforms, including QR-based login for laptops, short-duration Wi-Fi plans, and standardised hotspot names. The measures aim to improve affordable public internet access, strengthen digital infrastructure, and enhance user convenience nationwide by July 2026
The DoT’s directive to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on all mobile phones has led to a major political row, with the Opposition calling it a breach of privacy. The Centre says the move aims to curb cyber fraud and improve security
Union Bank of India is the largest creditor, with MTNL owing it over Rs 3,633 crore, followed by Indian Overseas Bank (Rs 2,374 crore) and Bank of India (Rs 1,077 crore)
The initiative was in accordance with TRAI's revised regulations known as 'The Standards of Quality of Service of Access (Wireline and Wireless) and Broadband (Wireline and Wireless) Services Regulations, 2024 (6 of 2024)' that became effective from October 1, 2024, across the country for wireline and wireless services alike.
The roll-out has been done in accordance to the norms set by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for complying to the minimum roll-out obligation criteria, the telecom major said in a statement.
