Tag: TRAI

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

Majority of the broadcasters and the members of the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) oppose the TRAI's regulation requiring broadcasters to provide free channels on DD Free Dish to private distribution platform operators (DPOs).

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

Majority of the broadcasters and the members of the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) oppose the TRAI's regulation requiring broadcasters to provide free channels on DD Free Dish to private distribution platform operators (DPOs).

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

Majority of the broadcasters and the members of the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) oppose the TRAI's regulation requiring broadcasters to provide free channels on DD Free Dish to private distribution platform operators (DPOs).

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.

TRAI issues recommendations to boost telecom infrastructure in northeast India

Majority of the broadcasters and the members of the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) oppose the TRAI's regulation requiring broadcasters to provide free channels on DD Free Dish to private distribution platform operators (DPOs).

TRAI conducted extensive consultations and interactions with key stakeholders, including meetings, progress reviews, and field visits, to assess the current state of telecom infrastructure and the challenges in its deployment.

TRAI releases consultation paper to Boost R&D in India’s ICT Sector

The terrestrially transmitted channels can be carried to multiple DPO networks simultaneously for re-transmission. Considering these developments, it is essential to establish an enabling framework to ensure that service providers can fully leverage technological advancements.

The consultation paper draws insights from leading countries in R&D and innovation, such as Israel, South Korea, the United States.

TRAI releases recommendations on “Rationalization of Entry Fee and Bank Guarantees”

The terrestrially transmitted channels can be carried to multiple DPO networks simultaneously for re-transmission. Considering these developments, it is essential to establish an enabling framework to ensure that service providers can fully leverage technological advancements.

In order to facilitate the orderly growth of the telecom sector and ease of doing business, TRAI has made recommendations to the government for reducing the entry fees across various license authorizations and the merging of bank guarantees.