Department of Telecommunications

September 2, 2024 5:06 PM

DoT notifies new rules for ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’ to boost telecom access nationwide

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has notified the 'Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024'. These new rules aim to enhance the management and implementation of the 'Digital Bharat Nidhi' initiative, established under Section 24(1) of the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The Universal Service Obligation Fund, originally created under the Indian Telegraph Act of 1885, has been renamed as 'Digital Bharat Nidhi'. This rebranding reflects a shift towards addre...

September 16, 2024 6:43 PM

DoT launches initiative to help MSMEs, startups embrace new technologies

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched a comprehensive survey to identify and address the challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in adapting to new technologies. The survey aims to lay the groundwork for a robust ecosystem that leverage the potential of artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and the integration of 5G and 6G networks. The 60-day survey will cover five sectors each in North and South India. It is de...

September 16, 2024 6:16 PM

Relief from fake international phone calls soon, govt issues instructions

In a move to curb widespread cyber fraud targeting citizens, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new directives to telecom service providers to block malicious international calls that appear to come from Indian mobile numbers. The order comes in the wake of a surge in reports of fraudsters making international calls to Indians while displaying local mobile numbers through caller ID spoofing. This tactic has enabled scammers to impersonate government agencies, law enforcement,...