Shifting Tastes, Rising Costs: Tracing India’s New Expenditure Landscape
Introduction to Expenditure Trends Analysis The Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation release of the 2022-23 Household Consumption Expenditure Survey marks a...
Analyzing Tariff Sustainability in India’s Telecom Sector: A Deep Dive into Rural and Urban Consumer Expenditures
Over recent years, the Indian telecom industry has witnessed diminishing competitiveness, a concern exacerbated by escalating license fees, the Supreme...
Probing the Link: Electoral Bonds and Satellite Spectrum Allocation
At the outset of this discussion, it is crucial to address a pertinent question: Is there a link between the...
Will AI Augmentation Render Software Engineers Obsolete?
In today's digital age, a cacophony of opinions surrounds the capabilities of artificial intelligence, igniting widespread debate and speculation. Amidst...
Google vs Indian App Providers: Why CCI Should Follow the EU’s DMA Blueprint
On March 15, 2024, the Competition Commission of India identified prima facie evidence suggesting Google's infringement of the Competition Act's Sections 4(2)(a),...
Empowering Indian App Developers: Navigating the New Landscape of Digital Competition Law
On March 12, 2023, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) extended an invitation for public commentary on the Report of the Committee on...
Rethinking Spectrum Auction Rules: Fostering Fair Competition and Technological Advancement in India’s Telecom Sector
Just two days ago, I penned an insightful article discussing Bharti's potential strategy to acquire spectrum in the 800 MHz and 900...
Strategizing Spectrum Auction: Bharti’s Blueprint for Standalone 5G Deployment
Bharti has steadfastly communicated to its stakeholders, including investors, that it does not consider the 700 MHz band critical for...
Spectrum Strategy 2024: Navigating the Nuances of India’s Telecommunications Auction Landscape
Recently, the Government of India announced the upcoming spectrum auction scheduled for May 2024, a pivotal event in the telecommunications...
Evaluating Google’s Fee Structure in India: A Critical Analysis
Indian app providers are expressing significant dissatisfaction with Google's recent offering, which allows only a 4% discount for utilizing third-party...