TRAI denies charges for multiple SIMs in proposed numbering plan

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has addressed misleading media reports concerning its recent consultation paper on revising the National Numbering Plan (NNP). Continue reading “TRAI denies charges for multiple SIMs in proposed numbering plan”

TRAI proposes charges for Phone numbers amid Numbering Plan Revision

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is considering implementing charges on smartphone and landline numbers to better regulate numbering resources. Continue reading “TRAI proposes charges for Phone numbers amid Numbering Plan Revision”

Government launches Chakshu portal to curb spam calls, messages, and more

The government has introduced two new initiatives to tackle cyber fraud and protect citizens’ digital assets. Continue reading “Government launches Chakshu portal to curb spam calls, messages, and more”

Government aims to curb pesky calls with drafted guidelines

Rohit Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA), led a meeting to address the persistent issue of unwanted promotional calls from businesses, as shared by the DoCA in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday. Continue reading “Government aims to curb pesky calls with drafted guidelines”

Government disconnects 74,113 numbers, fines violators Rs. 110 crore to curb pesky calls

The government has taken steps to protect consumers from annoying calls and spam messages. Users can block commercial communications in specific categories or altogether, as per the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Continue reading “Government disconnects 74,113 numbers, fines violators Rs. 110 crore to curb pesky calls”

Telecommunications Bill 2023 empowers govt to suspend services for security

The Telecommunications Bill, 2023, presented in Lok Sabha, grants the government authority to take control, manage, or suspend telecommunication services or networks in the interest of national security. Continue reading “Telecommunications Bill 2023 empowers govt to suspend services for security”