In a significant move aimed at strengthening India’s telecom security ecosystem while reducing compliance burden on the industry, Union Minister for Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia has announced a series of major strategic reforms to be implemented from 2026. The initiatives, rolled out by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) through…
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DoT & UNDP Advance Circular Economy in India’s Telecom Sector
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), hosted a national workshop titled “Advancing Circular Economy in the Telecom Sector: Enabling Policy & Practice” in New Delhi. The workshop brought together policymakers, industry leaders, technology providers, academia, and international stakeholders to accelerate circular economy…
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NCA-F Marks Purple Fest 2025 with Major Inclusivity Push
The National Communications Academy–Finance (NCA-F) in Ghitorni marked Purple Fest 2025 with a vibrant celebration on December 3, bringing together trainees, faculty, and disability-rights advocates to honour the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The event, held in collaboration with the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), reinforced…
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Create image Mandatory HUID for Silver Jewellery Boosts Purity Assurance
India’s silver jewellery sector is undergoing a major transformation as mandatory Hallmarking Unique Identification (HUID) comes into effect for all hallmarked silver articles. Within just three months of rollout, over 17 lakh silver items have already been laser-marked with HUID, signalling strong support from jewellers and growing trust among consumers….
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Western Zone CGCA Conference Concludes in Goa
The two-day Western Zone Review Conference of the Office of the Controller General of Communication Accounts (CGCA) concluded at Candolim, Goa, with senior officials mapping out steps to strengthen pension delivery, revenue collection and internal audit across the region. The sessions chaired physically by Principal Controller of Communication Accounts (Pr….
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DoT Updates TCS Rules 2025 to Strengthen Cyber Security
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has amended the Telecommunication Cyber Security (TCS) Rules, 2024 on 22nd October 2025, introducing robust measures to address emerging vulnerabilities in telecom identifier usage across digital services. The amendment reinforces India’s commitment to secure, transparent, and responsible telecom operations. Key Measures Introduced in TCS Rules…
TRAI Issues Detailed Response to DoT on Data Economy Framework
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has formally submitted its response to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) regarding the Centre’s request for a reconsideration of specific recommendations under the broader framework designed to strengthen India’s data economy. The response, released today, marks another critical step in defining India’s regulatory…
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TEC, IIT-Hyderabad Partner to Advance 6G Research
New Delhi, October 25: The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) to strengthen India’s position in next-generation telecom technologies and international standardisation forums. Driving Innovation in Advanced…