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New television rating system for India in offing amid TRP scam [details inside]

The Centre has formed a four-member committee to assess the current television rating system and propose an alternate one in wake of the TRP scam.

Nov 5, 2020

Airtel blames 'clerical error' over user data sharing; tweaks privacy policies

Bharti Airtel in a statement said that a clerical error caused inadvertent sharing of vital customer information and, in fact, thanked the subscribers who flagged the issue.

Oct 19, 2020

Paytm, digital wallet, payments bank, online payments, digital payments, wallet service

Delhi woman loses nearly Rs 1 lakh to online phishing scam; others beware

A resident of Delhi fell victim for a phishing scam, which ended with cold response from Paytm and losing a big fat sum. The scammer runs free.

Sep 30, 2020

PD Vaghela, IAS officer who helped in GST rollout, appointed as TRAI's new chairman

PD Vaghela replaces the current TRAI chief RS Sharma, who held the high post for five years.

Sep 28, 2020

Fact-Check: No, TRAI does not issue NOC for mobile tower installation

The TRAI has clarified multiple times that it does not have any role in issuing NOCs for installation of mobile towers and has warned the general public to be wary of fraudsters who use its name for dubious purposes.

Sep 1, 2020

Here's why Google is mulling stake in debt laden Vodafone Idea

As per the order of the Supreme Court, Vodafone Idea owes as much as Rs 54,000 crore in adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues to the government.

May 29, 2020

Video conferencing calls can cost you dearly; TRAI issues warning

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a serious warning to users about a potential bill shocker if not paid attention to the numbers dialed.

May 11, 2020

TRAI issues recommendations, calls out BARC to bring in structural reforms to improve TRP credibility

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a slew of recommendations, calling out to BARC to take them seriously and put to action the measures suggested for improved credibility, transparency, efficiency, reliability and enhanced accuracy of the audience viewership data and TRP measurement system in India.

Apr 28, 2020

Backlash over Reliance Jio's decision to charge voice calls

Jio makes U-turn on tariff transparency, doesn't want to reveal special recharge packs

Feb 21, 2020

TRAI wants to remove 100 daily SMS limit: What does it mean for users?

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a draft regulation that aims to remove the current limit of 100 SMS on the users.

Feb 20, 2020

Telcos to bleed further as GST council rejects request for Input tax credit refund

The Indian Telecom sector is on the brink of collapses due to stiff competition and high dues to the government.

Dec 30, 2019

Government blinks, may slash license fee for telecom operators

The reduction in license fee is expected to save to the three major telcos a combined amount of Rs 4,000-5,000 crore annually.

Dec 24, 2019

Here's why high spectrum pricing may affect India's march towards achieving 5G goal

Although the DCC's decision will need approval from the union cabinet, if the auction is conducted as per the current rates, there is a possibility that the telcos may not even participate.

Dec 22, 2019

Mobile phone service rates revision: How much will your monthly bill go up?

As telecom service providers Reliance Jio, Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel announce rate increases your mobile phone bills may go up at least 40%; government says the increase will not hurt the customers

Dec 3, 2019

Vodafone Idea, Airtel announce hike in call and data rates from December 1

The amount of hike in the charges have not been confirmed; it could go as high as 30-45% in the near term and more than 300% from the existing rates over the next two years.

Nov 19, 2019

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