Tiantong-1 satellite | UPSC
Chinese engineers have developed the Tiantong-1 satellite series, enabling smartphones to make direct calls without the need for ground-based infrastructure,
Caller Name Presentation (CNAP)
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) recently recommended the introduction of Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) by telecom operators. About
Telecom Reforms announced at WTSA 2024 and IMC 2024
The Ministry of Communications announced telecom reforms at the World Telecom Standardization Assembly Delhi 2024 (WTSA 2024) and India Mobile
TTDF scheme
Explore how the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme, launched by the USOF, supports innovative projects like the 6G Compact
Open Radio Access Network (ORAN)
The IIITB COMET Foundation has introduced innovative Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) base stations, aimed at boosting connectivity in remote
Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF)
The Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) has been a focal point of recent demands by the Cellular Operators Association of
What are M2M, WPAN & WLAN?
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has recently extended the registration for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Wireless Personal Area Network(WPAN) or Wireless
Direct-to-Cell technology
SpaceX recently introduced Starlink Direct-to-Cell, a groundbreaking satellite internet service set to transform connectivity in remote Indian regions. About Starlink Direct to Cell: Benefits
KLI-SOFC (Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Connection )
Prime Minister recently inaugurated Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fiber Connection (KLI-SOFC) project in Kavaratti, Lakshadweep. About the Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fiber Connection (KLI-SOFC)
D2M (Direct-to-mobile) technology
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has flagged challenges that could crop up in the implementation of the direct-to-mobile (D2M) technology,