Vodafone Idea (Vi): AGR Dues Dispute in Supreme Court
Supreme Court examines Vodafone Idea's appeal against DoT's ₹9,450 crore AGR demand. Vi contests additional dues. Government seeks solution amidst 49% stake in Vi. Court urges finality.
Vodafone Idea AGR Dues: Court Asks for Resolution
High Court addresses Vodafone Idea's (Vi) AGR dues issue, urging resolution. DoT seeks ₹9,450 crore. Court sets hearing for Sept 26. Government seeks more time. Vodafone Idea financial problems.
India’s WiFi 6 GHz Delay: Impact on Speed and Tech Advancements
India's 6 GHz band delicensing delay impacts WiFi 6E/7 adoption, hindering faster internet speeds and tech advancements. DoT committee formed to address interference concerns. Spectrum allocation stalled.
AGR Dues Dispute: Telcos Challenge DoT’s Additional Demands
Telcos Vi and Airtel challenge DoT's additional AGR dues demands post-SC order. Dispute centers on reassessment concerns and accounting completion. AGR dues and telecom firms are key.
Vodafone Idea Challenges AGR Dues Demand
Vodafone Idea challenges DoT's additional Rs 9,450 crore AGR dues demand, citing Supreme Court rulings. Vi highlights discrepancies and potential double-counting in DoT's calculations until FY17.
Telecom Authorization: New Rules & Impact on Telcos
DoT introduces telecom authorization for simpler compliance. Telcos can choose this over existing licenses. Government might alter terms. Trai suggests combined authorization. Stakeholders to comment on draft policies.
Telecom PLI Scheme: Local Content Rules & Make-in-India Review
DoT reviews Make-in-India policy for telecom, potentially adding more items under PLI scheme. Focus on local content (LC) requirements and addressing ecosystem challenges.
DoT Reassesses Public Purchase Policy & Make-in-India
DoT re-evaluates public purchase policy, boosting Make-in-India by integrating more items and addressing local sourcing challenges. Stakeholders invited to comment on LC requirements and computation.
Gear makers’ poor response to WiFi security mandate irks DoT
In addition, firms can share the reports with the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS), a unit under the DoT, instead of test labs if companies fear leakage.