Telecom Regulation News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Telecom fraud: DoT disconnects over 3.4 cr mobiles, blocks 17 lakh WhatsApp accounts
New Delhi, March 21: In an effort to combat telecom fraud, the government on Friday said it has disconnected more than 3.4 crore mobile phones while blocking 3.19 lakh IMEI numbers to date through the Sanchar Saathi portal.
Telcos blacklist 1,150 entities, disconnect over 18.8 lakh resources: Centre
New Delhi, March 19: Telecom service providers have blacklisted 1,150 entities/individuals and disconnected more than 18.8 lakh resources, the government said on Wednesday, as it aims to further control the spread of spam calls and messages.
TRAI has given major relief to DTH service providers; allowed sharing of telecom infrastructure
New Delhi, February 21: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has given big relief to direct-to-home (DTH) service providers.
Don't penalise telcos for unwarranted actions of some other subscribers: COAI
New Delhi, Feb 17: The telecom services providers (TSPs) should not be penalised for unwarranted actions of some other subscribers, as the government aims to strengthen consumer protection against unsolicited commercial communication (UCC) or spam calls/messages, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) said on Monday.
Laos to tighten telecom rules for enhanced cybersecurity
Vientiane, Feb 14: Laos' Ministry of Technology and Communications has issued strict regulations regarding the use of telecommunication and internet services in the country, aiming to ensure secure and efficient operations while protecting against fraud.
Centre warns telcos of fine up to Rs 10 lakh over failure to curb spam
New Delhi, Feb 13: In order to further strengthen consumer protection, the government has warned telecom services providers of fine up to Rs 10 lakh over failure to implement revised regulations dealing with unsolicited commercial Communication (UCC) and SMSes.