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TRAI bars caller ID apps from tagging 1600, 140 series as spam

Sanjay Singh — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:42:57 +0000

Telecom regulator TRAI has directed caller identification apps and telecom operators to stop tagging 1600 and 140 series calls as spam. The clarification follows a dispute with Truecaller over how designated commercial numbers should be displayed.

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India misses key AI network latency benchmark as telecoms prepare for next-generation workloads: Ookla

Tech Observer Desk — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:33:07 +0000

Ookla study says upload capacity, cloud connectivity and latency will matter more than download speeds as AI applications become mainstream.

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Jio Platforms files DRHP for IPO: Five key takeaways from the filing

Sanjay Singh — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:26:41 +0000

Jio Platforms has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus with SEBI for an IPO comprising a fresh issue of 27 crore equity shares. The filing reveals RIL holds 66.43 per cent stake, with Meta and Google among top investors.

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CSAI Releases Telecom Security Framework for AI and Quantum Era

Tech Observer Desk — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:05:37 +0000

The Cyber Security Association of India released a strategic document on telecom security at its national summit in New Delhi, presenting recommendations on quantum-safe technologies and AI-driven defences following the PM's January directive on protecting national telecom infrastructure.

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MTNL trails private telcos in TRAI Delhi Metro network quality test

Sanjay Singh — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:20:34 +0000

State-run MTNL recorded 15% dropped calls against single digits for private operators across 490 km of Delhi metro routes, with download speeds trailing at 4.30 Mbps compared to Jio's 141.28 Mbps on 5G.

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Telcos urge govt to cut spectrum prices ahead of auction as 5G returns lag

Tech Observer Desk — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:43:48 +0000

Industry body Cellular Operators Association of India flags weak monetisation of 5G investments, says high reserve prices could strain future network expansion plans.

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Global Smartphone Shipments Fall 4.1% in Q1 2026 Amid Memory Crisis

Mohd Ujaley — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:14:51 +0000

Global smartphone shipments declined 4.1 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 as memory chip shortages pushed prices up by 50 per cent in some emerging markets. Samsung and Apple were the only top five vendors to post growth.

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China Smartphone Shipments Fall 3.3% as Huawei, Apple Drive Premium Push

Mohd Ujaley — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:45:09 +0000

China's smartphone market contracted 3.3 per cent in Q1 2026 as rising component costs pushed vendors away from budget devices. Huawei and Apple led growth in premium segments while smaller manufacturers lost significant ground.

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TRAI seeks comments on satellite spectrum framework

Tech Observer Desk — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:51:39 +0000

TRAI has released a consultation paper on satellite communication network authorisation and spectrum assignment, with comments due by 6 May 2026.

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TRAI proposes mandatory voice-only mobile packs to match data plans

Tech Observer Desk — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:18:14 +0000

TRAI has proposed rules requiring telecom operators to offer voice and SMS packs for every validity period available with data plans. The draft regulation aims to provide cheaper options for users who do not need mobile internet.

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