The Centre has dismissed Elon Musk’s claim that Starlink is being unfairly blocked in India, stating that the satellite communication licensing framework is fair, non-discriminatory, and that all three licensees are currently at a similar regulatory stage undergoing security assessments.
TRAI has mandated telecom operators to offer voice and SMS-only special tariff vouchers across shorter validity periods. The move is aimed at providing low-income consumers with more affordable recharge options based on their requirements and financial capacity.
TRAI on Tuesday released a draft amendment to reshape broadcasting and cable distribution norms, proposing new audit cycles, stricter compliance, and transparency measures. Public comments are invited by October 6, with the rules set to take effect from April 2026.
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.
It aims to develop a pool of R&D scientists and engineers supported by both the government and private partners to drive innovation in ICT products and services.
