Department of Telecommunications.
Indian Government Entity
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The Department of Telecommunications manages the 4G Saturation Project in India.Some support1 report
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India's DoT implements new telecom rules, mandating SIM binding for messaging apps like Telegram.Some support1 report1 development inside
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MediaNama examined platform disruption risks and discussed telecom policy challenges involving Telegram and the Department of Telecommunications.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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VTU lab received recognition from the Department of Telecommunications for its performance.Some support1 report
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The central government is issuing orders regarding internet suspensions and handling telecommunication rules.Well supported8 reports3 developments inside
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The government facilitates BSNL network expansion and mandates adherence to telecom rules.Some support1 report
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DoT uses FRI to prevent cyber fraud losses in India.Some support2 reports
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The Joint Council of Postal Employees demanded early payment of their bonus from the Department of Telecommunications.Some support1 report
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Jio signed distribution deals with Starlink and lobbied for satellite spectrum allocation, leading to DoT granting Starlink a Unified Licence.Some support5 reports
One to three months ago
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Elon Musk objected to Reliance Jio's lobbying efforts regarding auction routes.Some support1 report
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BIS, ITU, and DoT collaborate on setting common standards for digital growth and AI applications in India.Some support2 reports
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The Ministry of Home Affairs and the Department of Telecommunications are reviewing security risks and granting licenses for satellite services, including those from Starlink.Well supported11 reports2 developments inside
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India, DoT, and DoS are exploring market solutions and seeking regulatory approval for network expansion to address connectivity gaps.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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DoT operational guidelines reviewed and accelerated as part of reforms aimed at translating vision into reality.Well supported15 reports4 developments inside
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PM Modi urged the Department of Telecommunications to complete the appointment process for the CMD.Some support2 reports
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The Cellular Operators Association of India and the Department of Telecommunications are jointly organizing the India Mobile Congress (IMC 2026) in India.Well supported4 reports
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The India Mobile Congress was held in New Delhi, with C-DOT and Department of Telecommunications officials participating in discussions on industry trends.Well supported3 reports
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Department of Telecommunications implements the PM-WANI framework for public internet access.Well supported3 reports
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NDMA, DoT, and MHA are collaborating on the development and management of India's national alert system.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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The Ministry of Home Affairs and the Department of Telecommunications are cooperating on the launch of an emergency system.Some support1 report
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DoT drives telecom policy and establishes TMZ in Gwalior.Some support10 reports1 development inside
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Investors' meetings are being held in Bengaluru to organize and strengthen the industry participation leading to the establishment of Asia's first Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ).Some support2 reports
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STL Networks Limited plans to incorporate a new Wholly Owned Subsidiary under the Companies Act, 2013, pending licenses from the Department of Telecommunications.Some support1 report
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The Department of Telecommunications sought liquidated damages from Vodafone Idea due to non-compliance issues.Some support3 reports
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Cellular operators in India are collaborating with the UK government to prevent spam and scam activities.Some support6 reports
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The Department of Telecommunications shares intelligence data with banks via the FRI system.Some support1 report
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The DoT has set Adjusted Gross Revenue dues for Vodafone Idea, which is facing competitive pressure from market leaders, while HSBC monitors its financial viability.Some support1 report
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Department of Telecommunications personnel are involved in matters concerning the Election Commission.Some support1 report
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TCS, C-DOT, and the Department of Telecommunications form a consortium to contribute to ITU 6G standards.Some support16 reports
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NDMA and DoT developed the SACHET alert network on June 15, 2026.Some support3 reports
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India's Department of Telecommunications Secretary, Amit Agrawal, is noted in the context of India hosting the BRICS presidency.Some support11 reports
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The Centre replied to the Rajya Sabha regarding the rules of the road (RoW) for telecommunications.Some support1 report
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A panel chairman, who is a BJP lawmaker, is involved in matters overseen by the Department of Telecommunications, which manages the Indian postal services.Some support1 report
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India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) operates under the governmental structure of India, while the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) monitors public Wi-Fi adoption targets.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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PITCMRL required DoT licence for systems as Metro Line 3 runs to R. K. Laxman Museum.Some support3 reports
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Chhattisgarh seeks approval for 2,300 new telecom towers, with expansion initiatives reported in Raipur.Some support2 reports
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A special roaming facility has been activated in the flood-affected district of Sivasagar.Some support1 report
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India Post and the Department of Telecommunications are operating under the oversight of the Ministry of Communications, with their headquarters located in New Delhi.Some support1 report
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A pilot integrated service center project in Guna district was recognized as a Global Winner by the ITU.Some support7 reports
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A scheme under the DoT's Bharat Net Udyami initiative was launched, aligning with PM Modi's vision for employment, with the inauguration held in Guntur district.Some support1 report
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BSNL reports financial growth to the Ministry of Communications and outlines operational improvements in Andhra Pradesh utilizing the India Post network.Well supported4 reports
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NDMA and DoT collaborated on a trial of cell broadcast system in Nagpur following a heatwave alert.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Department of Telecommunications
Events traced to Department of Telecommunications, step by step, newest first- How could Starlink's entry into India's mobile market affect the Department of Telecommunications?Starlink's entry may force changes to India's telecom regulationsPossible
- The Department of Telecommunications may face pressure to clarify Starlink's regulatory pathThe Department of Telecommunications may face pressure to clarify Starlink's regulatory path.Possible
Explainers that pass through Department of Telecommunications
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News at the entities that move Department of Telecommunications most-
Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani StructuralIndia backed an International Telecommunication Union proposal for joint trials, with Pemmasani serving as Union Minister of State for Communications.Moves Department of Telecommunications
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Narendra Modi StructuralCM Shivakumar invited Narendra Modi to inaugurate a metro section in Bengaluru.Moves Department of Telecommunications
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central government StructuralThe central government allocated Rp12.34 trillion for disaster support and led a task force meeting to assess rehabilitation progress in West Sumatra, North Sumatra, and Aceh.Moves Department of Telecommunications
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Government of India StructuralA conference was held at the India International Centre where the Government of India enforced stricter balancing discipline.Moves Department of Telecommunications
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Jyotiraditya Scindia StructuralInadequate power supply is currently affecting the operations of farmers.Moves Department of Telecommunications
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Centre StructuralGowda urged the Prime Minister for increased central funding for Karnataka.Moves Department of Telecommunications
Connections
The 40 strongest of 72, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
C-DOT Structural
C-DOT functions as a research organization operating under the formal authority of the Department of Telecommunications.
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Amit Agrawal Structural
Amit Agrawal holds the formal office of Secretary within the Department of Telecommunications.
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Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Structural
Pemmasani serves as Minister of State for Communications, actively overseeing and advocating for the Department of Telecommunications' policy initiatives.
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Cellular Operators Association of India Operational
The Cellular Operators Association of India and the Department of Telecommunications actively coordinate on policy issues and jointly organize major industry events.
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Madhya Pradesh Operational
Madhya Pradesh and the Department of Telecommunications have formalized a partnership via an MoU to coordinate a telecom manufacturing zone initiative.
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India Structural
The Department of Telecommunications functions as the executive body implementing national digital infrastructure policy and telecommunications regulation for India.
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Narendra Modi Structural
Modi's political vision and directives mandate the policy and reform initiatives executed by the Department of Telecommunications.
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Starlink Structural
Starlink's operations are governed by formal regulatory frameworks, licensing, and authorization provided by the Department of Telecommunications.
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Andhra Pradesh Operational
DoT actively monitors and coordinates network restoration efforts in Andhra Pradesh following cyclone damage.
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central government Structural
The Department of Telecommunications functions as a regulatory agency operating under the mandates of the Central Government.
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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Structural
BSNL operates under formal regulatory oversight, requiring licenses, guidelines, and operational approval from the Department of Telecommunications.
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Government of India Structural
The Department of Telecommunications operates as a specialized implementing arm, executing national policy goals mandated by the Government of India.
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Jyotiraditya Scindia Structural
Scindia serves as the Union Minister, providing leadership and setting the operational mandate for the Department of Telecommunications.
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Ravi Structural
Ravi holds the additional charge of CMD, entrusted by the Department of Telecommunications.
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Union Structural
The company operates under the regulatory framework established by the Department of Telecommunications regarding PM-WANI reforms for public access.
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Delhi High Court Structural
The Delhi High Court exercises regulatory authority over the Department of Telecommunications, directing it to block infringing websites.
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Chhattisgarh Structural
Chhattisgarh requires regulatory approval from the Department of Telecommunications to deploy new telecom infrastructure.
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Uttar Pradesh Structural
The Department of Telecommunications issues regulatory orders and blocking directions within Uttar Pradesh.
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Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Structural
one depends on the other
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Press Information Bureau Structural
The Department of Telecommunications utilizes the Press Information Bureau to issue official statements.
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Bengaluru Transactional
The DoT is hosting an investors' meeting in Bengaluru to strengthen industry participation.
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Gazette Structural
Gazette serves as the official publication medium for the Department of Telecommunications' policy notices regarding spectrum band de-licensing.
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NOC Structural
NOC requires prior approval from the Department of Telecommunications to operate satellite phone services.
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Rajya Sabha Structural
The Rajya Sabha exercises legislative oversight over the Department of Telecommunications regarding regulatory rules.
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Gwalior Operational
The Department of Telecommunications is actively spearheading the establishment and development of the Telecom Manufacturing Zone in Gwalior.
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Telegram Structural
The Department of Telecommunications mandates SIM binding for messaging applications like Telegram.
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Centre Structural
The Centre utilizes the Department of Telecommunications to execute governmental functions.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw Structural
Ashwini Vaishnaw drives key policy reforms and initiatives within the Department of Telecommunications.
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Vodafone Idea Structural
The Department of Telecommunications is enforcing regulatory compliance and adjusting financial dues for Vodafone Idea.
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election commission Structural
The Department of Telecommunications is functionally required to cooperate with the Election Commission on matters pertaining to its operational mandate.
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National Disaster Management Authority Operational
NDMA and DoT actively collaborate on developing and trialing critical alert and communication systems.
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Jabil Structural
Jabil benefits from the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme administered by the Department of Telecommunications.
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Odisha Operational
The Department of Telecommunications coordinates and monitors telecom restoration efforts in Odisha following cyclone damage.
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BRICS Operational
The Department of Telecommunications actively leads and participates in ICT cooperation discussions with the BRICS bloc.
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high court Operational
The High Court has issued directives to the Department of Telecommunications to block infringing websites.
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Operational
The entities are currently co-hosting an investors' meeting in Bengaluru.
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India Post Structural
India Post operates under the oversight of the Department of Telecommunications.
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parliament Structural
The Parliament exercises formal oversight over the Department of Telecommunications regarding telecom policy implementation.
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Elon Musk Operational
Elon Musk actively disputes and objects to regulatory actions and claims made by the Department of Telecommunications.
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TSP Operational
TSPs coordinate restoration efforts with the Department of Telecommunications.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
10 events- India's DoT implements new telecom rules, mandating SIM binding for messaging apps like Telegram.
- VTU lab received recognition from the Department of Telecommunications for its performance.
- The government facilitates BSNL network expansion and mandates adherence to telecom rules.
- The Joint Council of Postal Employees demanded early payment of their bonus from the Department of Telecommunications.
- Jio signed distribution deals with Starlink and lobbied for satellite spectrum allocation, leading to DoT granting Starlink a Unified Licence.
- Elon Musk objected to Reliance Jio's lobbying efforts regarding auction routes.
- BIS, ITU, and DoT collaborate on setting common standards for digital growth and AI applications in India.
- PM Modi urged the Department of Telecommunications to complete the appointment process for the CMD.
- The Cellular Operators Association of India and the Department of Telecommunications are jointly organizing the India Mobile Congress (IMC 2026) in India.
- The India Mobile Congress was held in New Delhi, with C-DOT and Department of Telecommunications officials participating in discussions on industry trends.
September 2026
9 events- DoT uses FRI to prevent cyber fraud losses in India.
- India, DoT, and DoS are exploring market solutions and seeking regulatory approval for network expansion to address connectivity gaps.
- The Ministry of Home Affairs and the Department of Telecommunications are cooperating on the launch of an emergency system.
- Investors' meetings are being held in Bengaluru to organize and strengthen the industry participation leading to the establishment of Asia's first Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ).
- STL Networks Limited plans to incorporate a new Wholly Owned Subsidiary under the Companies Act, 2013, pending licenses from the Department of Telecommunications.
- Cellular operators in India are collaborating with the UK government to prevent spam and scam activities.
- The Department of Telecommunications shares intelligence data with banks via the FRI system.
- The DoT has set Adjusted Gross Revenue dues for Vodafone Idea, which is facing competitive pressure from market leaders, while HSBC monitors its financial viability.
- Department of Telecommunications personnel are involved in matters concerning the Election Commission.
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August 2026
6 events- The central government is issuing orders regarding internet suspensions and handling telecommunication rules.
- The Department of Telecommunications sought liquidated damages from Vodafone Idea due to non-compliance issues.
- TCS, C-DOT, and the Department of Telecommunications form a consortium to contribute to ITU 6G standards.
- India's Department of Telecommunications Secretary, Amit Agrawal, is noted in the context of India hosting the BRICS presidency.
- The Centre replied to the Rajya Sabha regarding the rules of the road (RoW) for telecommunications.
- A panel chairman, who is a BJP lawmaker, is involved in matters overseen by the Department of Telecommunications, which manages the Indian postal services.
July 2026
6 events- DoT drives telecom policy and establishes TMZ in Gwalior.
- PITCMRL required DoT licence for systems as Metro Line 3 runs to R. K. Laxman Museum.
- Chhattisgarh seeks approval for 2,300 new telecom towers, with expansion initiatives reported in Raipur.
- A special roaming facility has been activated in the flood-affected district of Sivasagar.
- India Post and the Department of Telecommunications are operating under the oversight of the Ministry of Communications, with their headquarters located in New Delhi.
- A pilot integrated service center project in Guna district was recognized as a Global Winner by the ITU.
June 2026
9 events- The Ministry of Home Affairs and the Department of Telecommunications are reviewing security risks and granting licenses for satellite services, including those from Starlink.
- DoT operational guidelines reviewed and accelerated as part of reforms aimed at translating vision into reality.
- Department of Telecommunications implements the PM-WANI framework for public internet access.
- NDMA, DoT, and MHA are collaborating on the development and management of India's national alert system.
- NDMA and DoT developed the SACHET alert network on June 15, 2026.
- India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) operates under the governmental structure of India, while the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) monitors public Wi-Fi adoption targets.
- A scheme under the DoT's Bharat Net Udyami initiative was launched, aligning with PM Modi's vision for employment, with the inauguration held in Guntur district.
- BSNL reports financial growth to the Ministry of Communications and outlines operational improvements in Andhra Pradesh utilizing the India Post network.
- NDMA and DoT collaborated on a trial of cell broadcast system in Nagpur following a heatwave alert.