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5G Services in India to Attract Rs. 1.5 Lakh Crore in Investments in 2023, Tariff Hikes Likely: Report
From connecting people with 5G services to lowering the cost of operations, the country's revitalised telecom sector is witnessing the bloom of reforms, and is reportedly said to attract more than Rs. 1.5 lakh crore investments to build up networks in the new year.
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Government Unveils Satcom Reforms for Faster 5G Deployment; Jio, OneWeb Get License Clearance
The government on Wednesday unveiled new policy reforms for satellite communications services to ease procedures and streamline clearance processes and nudged the telecom industry to substantially speed up the deployment of 5G towers. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the current pace of tower deployment at only 2,500 per week for 5G is "...
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Spam Calls, Fraud Messages To End Soon: Telecom Minister Explains New Bill
Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the government through its Telecom Bill is aiming to bring in 'Light Touch' regulations for OTT platforms. He also said that the reforms would help subscribers get relief from spam calls and messages.
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Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Assures Sector of More Reforms: Report
Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reportedly assured the Telecom sector of more reforms while pointing out that the industry should also do its part and significantly improve the service quality. The minister encouraged telecom operators and infrastructure providers to move faster on working to improve quality services in the country.
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Prime Minister Modi Hails India as an Investment Destination for Semiconductors Tech
Prime Minister Modi credited steps like connecting villages with broadband, investment in developing capabilities in 5G, IoT, and clean energy technologies are paving the way to lead India towards the next technology revolution.
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5G Auctions Most Probably in February 2022, May Even Try for January: Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
5G spectrum auctions will "most probably" be held in February 2022, and the government may even try for a January timeline, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said.
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Struggling Vodafone Gets Respite With Today's Big Telecom Reforms
The Union Cabinet today approved a relief package for cash-strapped telecoms sector including a four-year moratorium on airwaves payments due to the government, the telecom minister said.
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Big Telecom Reforms Like 100% FDI Without Government Approval: 10 Points
A plan to allow 100 per cent foreign investment in telecom through automatic route -- meaning the investor does not need prior approval from the Reserve Bank or the government -- got cabinet approval on Wednesday along with eight other key measures.
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50 Moments That Defined Tech This Decade
Between 2010 and 2019, we’ve seen an enormous number of technological reforms that have changed the way we live today. We are, here, covering a total of 50 distinct events in the technology world that changed our life trajectory.
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Huawei Founder Details 'Battle Mode' Reform Plan to Beat US Crisis
Huawei will spend more on production equipment this year to ensure supply continuity, cut redundant roles and demote inefficient managers as its grapples with a "live-or-die moment" in the wake of US export curbs.
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New Telecom Policy in the Works, Public Consultation Soon, Says Sinha
The upcoming policy will look at areas like technology innovation and security as well as plug "loopholes", the minister promised.
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India's Mega Reform GST, Set For July 1 Rollout, Leaves Some Worried
The government, on Friday unveiled four rate bands under a new sales tax for services such as telecoms, insurance and restaurants, a move experts feel could complicate compliance and leave businesses at the mercy of an intrusive tax bureaucracy. The Goods and Services Tax or GST, set to be launched from July 1, will have rates of 5, 12, 18 and 28 p...
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GST Rates: Telecom Industry Body COAI Says Disappointed With 18 Percent Slab
"Telecom industry hails GST as an iconic reform but we are disappointed with announced rate of 18 percent," said Rajan S Mathews, Director General, Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI).
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Government Plans Second Phase of Telecom Sector Reforms
Telecom Secretary J.S. Deepak said in the last six to eight months there have been huge reforms in the spectrum space, like sharing and trading of airwaves.
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EU's New Internet, Copyright Plans Upset Web Firms
The reforms are likely to shift some wealth from Internet services such as Google and Facebook to European telecom groups
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5G Services in India to Attract Rs. 1.5 Lakh Crore in Investments in 2023, Tariff Hikes Likely: Report
From connecting people with 5G services to lowering the cost of operations, the country's revitalised telecom sector is witnessing the bloom of reforms, and is reportedly said to attract more than Rs. 1.5 lakh crore investments to build up networks in the new year.
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Government Unveils Satcom Reforms for Faster 5G Deployment; Jio, OneWeb Get License Clearance
The government on Wednesday unveiled new policy reforms for satellite communications services to ease procedures and streamline clearance processes and nudged the telecom industry to substantially speed up the deployment of 5G towers. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the current pace of tower deployment at only 2,500 per week for 5G is "...
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Spam Calls, Fraud Messages To End Soon: Telecom Minister Explains New Bill
Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the government through its Telecom Bill is aiming to bring in 'Light Touch' regulations for OTT platforms. He also said that the reforms would help subscribers get relief from spam calls and messages.
-
Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Assures Sector of More Reforms: Report
Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reportedly assured the Telecom sector of more reforms while pointing out that the industry should also do its part and significantly improve the service quality. The minister encouraged telecom operators and infrastructure providers to move faster on working to improve quality services in the country.
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Prime Minister Modi Hails India as an Investment Destination for Semiconductors Tech
Prime Minister Modi credited steps like connecting villages with broadband, investment in developing capabilities in 5G, IoT, and clean energy technologies are paving the way to lead India towards the next technology revolution.
-
5G Auctions Most Probably in February 2022, May Even Try for January: Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
5G spectrum auctions will "most probably" be held in February 2022, and the government may even try for a January timeline, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said.
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Struggling Vodafone Gets Respite With Today's Big Telecom Reforms
The Union Cabinet today approved a relief package for cash-strapped telecoms sector including a four-year moratorium on airwaves payments due to the government, the telecom minister said.
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Big Telecom Reforms Like 100% FDI Without Government Approval: 10 Points
A plan to allow 100 per cent foreign investment in telecom through automatic route -- meaning the investor does not need prior approval from the Reserve Bank or the government -- got cabinet approval on Wednesday along with eight other key measures.
-
50 Moments That Defined Tech This Decade
Between 2010 and 2019, we’ve seen an enormous number of technological reforms that have changed the way we live today. We are, here, covering a total of 50 distinct events in the technology world that changed our life trajectory.
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Huawei Founder Details 'Battle Mode' Reform Plan to Beat US Crisis
Huawei will spend more on production equipment this year to ensure supply continuity, cut redundant roles and demote inefficient managers as its grapples with a "live-or-die moment" in the wake of US export curbs.
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New Telecom Policy in the Works, Public Consultation Soon, Says Sinha
The upcoming policy will look at areas like technology innovation and security as well as plug "loopholes", the minister promised.
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India's Mega Reform GST, Set For July 1 Rollout, Leaves Some Worried
The government, on Friday unveiled four rate bands under a new sales tax for services such as telecoms, insurance and restaurants, a move experts feel could complicate compliance and leave businesses at the mercy of an intrusive tax bureaucracy. The Goods and Services Tax or GST, set to be launched from July 1, will have rates of 5, 12, 18 and 28 p...
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GST Rates: Telecom Industry Body COAI Says Disappointed With 18 Percent Slab
"Telecom industry hails GST as an iconic reform but we are disappointed with announced rate of 18 percent," said Rajan S Mathews, Director General, Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI).
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Government Plans Second Phase of Telecom Sector Reforms
Telecom Secretary J.S. Deepak said in the last six to eight months there have been huge reforms in the spectrum space, like sharing and trading of airwaves.
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EU's New Internet, Copyright Plans Upset Web Firms
The reforms are likely to shift some wealth from Internet services such as Google and Facebook to European telecom groups
