The telecom sector stands on considerably stronger ground than it did a decade ago, yet the distance between policy ambition and ground-level execution remains one of its most persistent challenges. With the National Telecom Policy […]
The past 12 months have been difficult. The Trump administration’s/US tariff policies have forced a recalibration of trade ties. Geopolitical tensions have intensified due to the conflict in Iran. Inflation has spiked across fuels and […]
Infrastructure continues to play a key role in the growth strategy of the country. Rising investments across infrastructure sectors have widened capacities, enhanced connectivity, and improved logistics efficiency. Key initiatives such as the PM GatiShakti, […]
India is in the middle of a multi-year drive to increase the capacity and quality of its infrastructure. An update on the developments over the past financial year or 15 months is, therefore, only a […]
The new Telecommunications Act proposes the assignment of satellite spectrum through an administrative process. This may resolve a long-standing debate over the mode of spectrum allocation. This move will also allow satellite communication (satcom) service […]
The 100 cities selected by the government under the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) have been undertaking development and upgradation projects aimed at giving citizens access to essential infrastructure, a clean and sustainable environment, and quality […]
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has been playing a proactive role in promoting the expansion of optical fibre cable (OFC) networks in India. Government initiatives aimed at easing right-of-way (RoW) access for telecom service providers, […]
One of the hindrances to the smooth roll-out of telecom networks is the difficulties in getting right-of-way (RoW) clearances. Different states and different municipalities apply different norms and rules for RoW, and process applications at […]
According to the latest data from the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into India rose by around 39 per cent, from Rs 1,891.07 billion during 2014-15 to Rs 2,623.22 billion during 2015-16. […]
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