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May 14, 2026 5:48 PM

TRAI amends digital connectivity rating norms for properties, introduces half-star system

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has amended its digital connectivity rating framework for properties, introducing additional half-star rating levels and allowing under-construction buildings to apply for connectivity assessments in a phased manner. The amended ‘Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2026’, notified on Thursday, seek to address implementation-related issues flagged by stakeholders since the framework was introduced in 2024. Under the revised...

May 8, 2026 2:13 PM

TRAI releases draft rules to modernise consumer complaint redressal system

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday released the Draft Telecom Consumers Complaint Redressal (Fourth Amendment) Regulation, 2026, seeking stakeholder comments on proposed changes aimed at modernising and improving the telecom consumer grievance redressal framework. The proposed amendments seek to update the existing complaint handling mechanism in line with evolving modes of consumer engagement and technological advancements since the original Telecom Consumers Complain...

April 27, 2026 3:29 PM

TRAI releases consultation paper on expansion of public Wi-Fi networks

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has released a consultation paper on the “Proliferation of Public Wi-Fi Networks in India,” aimed at boosting the growth of public internet infrastructure across the country. The paper reviews the existing regulatory framework and identifies key challenges affecting the expansion of public Wi-Fi networks. It also seeks suggestions from stakeholders on measures to accelerate deployment and improve accessibility. According to TRAI, the consultation p...

January 6, 2026 5:04 PM

India records rapid 5G expansion, telecom sector sees all-round growth in 2024-25: TRAI

The financial year 2024–25 marked a major phase of expansion for India’s telecommunications and broadcasting sectors, driven by rapid technological deployment, regulatory reforms and widening digital access, according to the annual report of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). The report said India strengthened its position as the world’s second-largest telecom market, with the total subscriber base rising to 1,200.80 million by the end of March 2025. Internet subscribers re...

January 6, 2026 3:24 PM

NHAI seeks urgent steps to improve mobile connectivity on National Highways

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has sought urgent intervention from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to address persistent mobile network connectivity gaps across several stretches of National Highways, particularly in greenfield and remote areas. In a communication to DoT and TRAI, NHAI highlighted the public safety risks and strategic importance of ensuring reliable mobile connectivity along highway corridors. It c...

December 30, 2025 7:07 PM

TRAI backs easier rules for foreign SIM use in export-only IoT products

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Tuesday released its recommendations on a regulatory framework for the sale of foreign telecom service providers’ SIM and eSIM cards used in Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices meant exclusively for export. The recommendations were issued following a request from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the Ministry of Communications, which had sought TRAI’s views on the terms and conditions for issuing an...

September 23, 2025 5:03 PM

TRAI issues new draft to reshape broadcasting and cable distribution industry

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Tuesday issued the draft Telecommunication (Broadcasting and Cable) Services Interconnection (Addressable Systems) (Seventh Amendment) Regulations, 2025, inviting comments from stakeholders across the sector. The draft follows a consultation paper released on August 9, 2024, on the audit-related provisions of the 2017 Addressable Systems Regulations and the Digital Addressable Systems Audit Manual. Stakeholders were invited to provide feedback...

September 8, 2025 5:00 PM

No role in rejection of political party’s SMS campaign in Maharashtra: TRAI

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Monday issued a clarification following media reports that alleged the regulator had rejected a political party’s application to send SMS messages to its workers in Maharashtra as part of a campaign. In a statement, TRAI categorically denied any involvement in the acceptance or rejection of such SMS campaigns, making it clear that these responsibilities lie with Telecom Service Providers (TSPs). “The approval or rejection of SMS message t...

August 13, 2025 4:56 PM

TRAI launches India’s first property rating framework for digital connectivity

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released the country’s first Manual for Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity, providing a standardised framework to assess how effectively buildings are equipped for high-speed, reliable digital access. The move comes as over 80% of mobile data in India is consumed indoors, where high-frequency 4G and 5G signals are often weakened by modern construction materials. TRAI said robust in-building connectivity is now essential for work,...

July 9, 2025 1:00 PM

India’s internet subscribers cross 969 million in FY25, driven by broadband growth: TRAI

India’s internet subscriber base grew by 1.54% in the financial year 2024–25, rising from 954.40 million in March 2024 to 969.10 million in March 2025, according to data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Tuesday. The growth was primarily driven by an increase in broadband subscribers, which rose from 924.07 million to 944.12 million, marking a 2.17% year-on-year gain. In contrast, narrowband subscriptions declined by 17.66%, falling from 30.34 million to 24.98...