India’s telecom regulator has pulled up consultations on enabling direct satellite-to-mobile communication. The move is intended to expand coverage in underserved and remote regions. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has sought stakeholder views on how such services can be rolled out and which spectrum
India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has extended the deadline for implementing SIM binding for over-the-top (OTT) communication applications to December 31. The extension has offered much-needed relief to digital platforms, providing a suitable timeframe to align with the directive. The move comes after ongoing consultations and
India is ready to strengthen security oversight for telecom equipment used across its communication networks. The government moves to tighten certification and testing requirements for devices entering the market. The step is part of a wider push to safeguard telecom infrastructure and reduce vulnerabilities in
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued the Telecommunication (Broadcasting & Cable) Services Interconnection (Addressable Systems) (Seventh Amendment) Regulations, 2026. It has updated long-standing rules for television distributors and broadcasters. The move aims to streamline audit processes, tighten compliance timelines and promote transparency across