Telecom Commission

DoT approves net neutrality framework: Here's how it changes things for you

TRAI's net neutrality framework includes exceptions for remote surgery and autonomous driving.

TC approves net neutrality rules which bar providers from throttling data speeds

The DoT will set-up a multi-stakeholder body for monitoring and enforcement of net neutrality.

Govt holds discussions with telecom operators, airlines on in-flight wi-fi services

The government on Tuesday held detailed discussions with telecom operators and airlines on framing guidelines for in-flight data and voice services

Telecom commission has green lighted in-flight connectivity for voice calls and data: Here's how Wi-Fi works inside a mid-air flight

In-flight connectivity will be available once an aircraft reaches an altitude of 3,000 meters — the rule will maintain compatibility with terrestrial networks.

Soon, a telecom sector ombudsman will address consumer grievances; amendments initiated in Trai Act

Telecom grievances mechanism till date has largely remained within control of service providers.

Air India, Vistara welcome telecom panel's nod for in-flight connectivity, hope move will add to passengers' convenience

Major airlines, including Air India and Vistara, on Tuesday welcomed the Telecom Commission's nod for use of WiFi and voice services in-flight

Telecom Commission approves in-flight connectivity for both voice and data calls in Indian airspace

When TRAI had first introduced the recommendations, DoT asked them to add provisions related to the kind of in-flight Wi-Fi service that would be provided.

Telecom Commission agrees with TRAI's recommendations for raising telcos' spectrum holding limit

TRAI had recommended last month that the ceiling on spectrum held by mobile operators within a particular band should be removed

Telecom Commission to meet on 9 January to discuss relief package for the debt-laden sector

In its September meeting, the Telecom Commission had in-principle approved the extension of time period for the payment of spectrum bought in auctions by telcos to 16 years from the current 10 years, as recommended by the IMG.

Telecom Commission has approved the extension of deferred spectrum payment

The Telecom Commission on Friday approved the much-awaited extension of deferred spectrum payment liability till 16 years, an official source said here.