Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI): News
17 Dec 2024
TechnologyTRAI handles spam call issue with its all-new DND app
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will release an updated version of its Do Not Disturb (DND) app in the next two months.
28 Nov 2024
Reliance JioHere's why your OTP might be late after December 1
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will enforce new traceability guidelines from December 1, 2024.
27 Nov 2024
IndiaIIT Bombay student loses ₹7 lakh in 'digital arrest' scam
A 25-year-old Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay student became the target of a cyber fraud scheme called "digital arrest" in July.
22 Nov 2024
Reliance JioReliance Jio loses 8M subscribers in September, BSNL sees growth
India's largest telecom operator Reliance Jio has witnessed a massive net loss of 79.7 lakh subscribers in September.
11 Nov 2024
Elon MuskMusk's Starlink internet service may be available in India soon
Elon Musk's satellite broadband company, Starlink, has made major headway in its license application process in India.
08 Nov 2024
Reliance IndustriesReliance urges TRAI to reconsider satellite spectrum allocation method
Reliance has once again appealed to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), asking it to review its decision to allocate satellite spectrum on an administrative basis.
25 Oct 2024
Aadhaar CardWhat is 'digital arrest' scam and how to protect yourself
A disturbing new cybercrime trend has emerged in India - the 'digital arrest' scam.
20 Sep 2024
CybercrimesTRAI's new security measure will save you from phishing attacks
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a directive to telecom operators, mandating them to only send approved or "whitelisted" web links via SMS.
12 Sep 2024
Bharti AirtelCan Airtel's innovative plan put an end to spam calls?
Bharti Airtel's CEO, Gopal Vittal, has proposed a collaborative approach among Indian telecom operators to combat the growing issue of spam calls and messages.
03 Sep 2024
BusinessTRAI silences over 2.75 lakh spam callers in 14 days
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has taken stringent action against spam calls and messages in the past two weeks.
01 Sep 2024
LPG CylinderLPG price-hike, credit card rules: Key financial changes this September
As we step into September, several significant developments are set to impact personal finances.
22 Aug 2024
TechnologyWarning! Fake callers posing as officials can steal your data
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a public advisory, alerting citizens about fraudulent calls.
21 Aug 2024
CybercrimesTRAI warns against fraudulent calls threatening mobile number disconnection
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a warning to the public, about fraudulent calls made in its name.
10 Aug 2024
AppleApple's satcom partner Globalstar eyes Indian market
Globalstar, a leading player in satellite communication (satcom) services and a key partner of Apple, has revealed its intentions to penetrate the Indian satcom market.
07 Aug 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)Now you will receive fewer spam calls
The Indian government is on the verge of finalizing guidelines aimed at curbing unsolicited calls.
15 Jul 2024
BusinessNearly 90% users face call drops in India, reveals survey
A recent survey by community social media platform LocalCircles reveals that 89% of mobile subscribers in India are experiencing call drops, despite increased network capacity.
08 Jul 2024
IndiaTRAI update: More choice and control for TV viewers
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has announced amendments to the regulatory framework, for broadcasting and cable services.
01 Jul 2024
TechnologyTRAI's new rules, effective from today, target SIM swap fraud
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced new guidelines effective from July 1, 2024, to regulate the replacement of lost, damaged or stolen SIM cards.
13 Jun 2024
BusinessPhone number shortage? TRAI mulls fee or rentals for users
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has proposed that telecom service providers may soon charge customers for phone numbers.
04 Jun 2024
Airtel Digital TVTV subscription rates expected to rise by 5-8% in India
TV subscription rates for consumers in India are predicted to increase by 5-8% due to a rise in bouquet rates by major broadcasters.
20 May 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)India's telecom department initiates trials for caller-name display service
In a move to counteract spam calls, India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed telecom companies to commence trials for a service to display caller names.
14 Apr 2024
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)DoT to consult TRAI on satcom spectrum allocation and licensing
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is set to collaborate with the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on spectrum allocation and licensing for satellite communication services.
29 Dec 2023
Unified Payments Interface (UPI)NPCI to disable inactive UPI IDs by December 31
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has mandated that payment apps disable UPI IDs that have been inactive for over a year by December 31, 2023.
29 Oct 2023
Ashwini VaishnawGovernment aims to keep India's telecom services most affordable globally
India's Union Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining the country's telecom services as the most cost-effective worldwide.
19 Oct 2023
BusinessGovernment aims for spectrum auction early next year: DoT
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has urged the Department of Telecom (DoT) to consider its previous recommendations on spectrum auctions while planning the sale of radiowaves, a government official revealed.
01 May 2023
Bharti AirtelHow TRAI's new rule will relieve you of spam calls
Nothing is probably more annoying than receiving spam calls and messages, especially if you are in the middle of an important task.
27 Oct 2022
Reliance JioReliance Jio ends BSNL's dominance in wireline services
BSNL has been synonymous with fixed-line service in India for over two decades. Well, not anymore.
27 Jul 2022
Reliance Jio5G auction: Day 1 bids exceed Rs. 1.45 lakh crore
The second day of India's first 5G spectrum auction has started with the fifth round now underway. Four rounds of bidding took place yesterday.
26 Jul 2022
Bharti AirtelIndia's 5G auction starts: Reliance Jio, Airtel, Adani among bidders
India's first 5G spectrum auction is now underway and will go on till 6pm today. The number of days of the auction will depend on demand.
15 Jun 2022
5G Technology5G in India: Understanding 5G spectrum auction and process involved
India is on the verge of getting its 5G network. The Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has allowed the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to conduct the auction for the 5G spectrum.
27 Jan 2021
Virat KohliTamannaah Bhatia, Virat Kohli issued notices for promoting online rummy
The Kerala High Court on Wednesday issued notices to Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli, and film actors Tamannaah Bhatia and Aju Varghese, for endorsing online rummy games, according to ANI.
31 Dec 2020
Reliance JioJio to make all domestic calls free from January 1
Reliance Jio on Thursday announced that all off-net domestic voice calls from its network to other networks made anywhere in India will be free from January 1, 2021.
31 Mar 2020
Bharti Airtel#Lockdown: Airtel extends validity for over 80 million 'under-privileged' customers
Bharti Airtel has announced that it will extend the plan validity for over 80 million 'under-privileged' prepaid subscribers in India, complying with a directive from Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
08 Mar 2020
BusinessFacing bad network, call drops? File a complaint with TRAI
With increasing mobile subscribers in India, the cellular network is not as consistent as before. Moreover, the incidents of call drops are also on the rise. But is there something that you can do about these issues?
02 Mar 2020
Ministry Of External AffairsFree calling no excuse for poor service, says TRAI chief
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) Chairperson RS Sharma on Sunday said that telecom companies cannot sidestep accountability on poor service quality by citing free voice calls.
01 Mar 2020
Department of Telecommunications (DoT)Vodafone Idea seeks higher tariffs for data, outgoing calls
Vodafone Idea has written to the Department of Telecommunications, seeking higher tariffs for data and minimum monthly connection charge.
04 Feb 2020
iPhoneHere's how Reliance Jio customers can avoid paying IUC
Last October, Reliance Jio started charging its customers 6 paise per minute as Interconnect Usage Charge (IUC) for all outgoing voice calls made to non-Jio mobile numbers.
02 Jan 2020
Telecom Regulatory AuthorityTRAI reduces cable-pricing: 200 channels now available at Rs. 153
After several calls of concern, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has made amendments to New Tariff Order (NTO), the regulatory framework that went into effect in April 2019 and gave consumers an option to pay for what they watch.
15 Dec 2019
AssamPorting your mobile number? These new rules apply from tomorrow
From December 16, the new set of guidelines for mobile number portability (MNP) issued by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India will take effect.
21 Nov 2019
IndiaVodafone Idea, Airtel lost 5 million subscribers in September: TRAI
Facing tough competition from Reliance Jio, telecom giants Airtel and Vodafone Idea continue to lose their subscriber base. According to the data provided by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), in the month of September, Airtel and Vodafone Idea lost over 5 million subscribers in total.
11 Nov 2019
IndiaTRAI to implement revised portability rules from December 16
The new rules of Mobile Number Portability (MNP) that were finalized in December 2018, will be implemented from next month, as per Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
13 Oct 2019
Airtel Digital TVAirtel Digital TV reduces prices of its set-top boxes
Airtel is working to expand its Digital TV service to more users as it aims to take on rivals like Tata Sky and Reliance's Jio HomeTV.
09 Oct 2019
Reliance JioJio starts charging 6 paise/minute for calls to other networks
Reliance Jio has announced that it will start charging customers 6 paise per minute as Interconnect Usage Charge (IUC) for all outgoing voice calls made to non-Jio mobile numbers.
18 Sep 2019
IndiaHow long should your phone ring? TRAI seeks suggestions
In a rather unique consultation paper, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has invited suggestions from industry experts and stakeholders on the maximum duration for which a phone should ring for calls.
20 Aug 2019
Bharti AirtelReliance Jio tops 4G download speed chart: Details here
Reliance Jio, which recently bagged the coveted title of being the largest telecom company in India, has now topped the 4G speed chart in the country.
20 Aug 2019
IndiaYour Cable TV and DTH subscriptions may become more affordable
A few months after mandating the New Tariff Order for Cable and DTH operators in India, TRAI has now proposed a review of the new framework.
12 Aug 2019
India#NewsBytesExclusive: FinArt, the AI-powered solution to manage money, cut expenses
With the rise of Digital India, money management has become a tedious task.
09 Jul 2019
Madhya PradeshFive famous and successful alumni of IIT-Roorkee to know about
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes that are recognized as centers of academic excellence in science and technology.
24 Jun 2019
IndiaTRAI looking to lower tariffs for DTH and Cable subscribers
TRAI's new DTH rules, which allow users to individually select and pay for channels, is effective across India.
23 Jun 2019
Airtel Digital TVBest all-in-one DTH plan from Airtel, Tata Sky, DishTV
The new DTH regulations introduced by TRAI have come into effect, prompting DTH and cable operators to offer packages as per revised rules.
03 Jun 2019
IndiaBBC runs out of data before first-ever broadcast on 5G
The fifth generation of mobile connectivity, aka 5G, promises super-fast internet with no wires and very low latency.
08 Apr 2019
Tata SkyHere's everything about Tata Sky's DTH channel packs and prices
The new DTH regulations introduced by TRAI have come into effect, prompting DTH and cable operators to offer packages as per revised rules.
08 Apr 2019
Airtel Digital TVAirtel Digital TV: Everything to know about your DTH subscription
The new DTH regulations introduced by TRAI have brought with them a fair share of confusion and complexity.
