The AGR Case: Examining the Exclusion Logic for PSUs and Its Parity with ISPs
On October 10th, the newspapers carried a significant report, announcing that the Honorable Supreme Court of India had granted its consent...
Spectrum Usage Charge Trends – What Story Does it tell?
The spectrum usage charges (SUC) data for all Indian telecom operators can be accessed through the DoT's website via this link. However,...
Exploring 5G FWA – Who Holds the Upper Hand and Why?
In India, the advent of 5G FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) services has been marked by the launch of two major...
Indian PLI Policies – The Balancing Act
The fundamental objectives of the Indian PLI (Production-Linked Incentive) Policy are well-established: to foster Foreign Direct Investments (FDI), generate employment opportunities,...
Python – Processing RBI’s Daily Settlement Data
Every day, the RBI releases settlement data for various payment transactions. However, processing this data poses a significant challenge due to its...
Analysing the Operation of MWA and Satellite Services in the Same Spectrum Bands
On September 27, 2023, TRAI issued a consultation paper concerning spectrum allocation for E&V bands and the bands supporting the existing Microwave...
Python – Processing Raw Excel Files
I'd like to share some valuable tips on how you can greatly enhance your data curation skills for the purpose...
FCC’s Net Neutrality U-Turn: Implications for 5G Landscape
Yesterday, FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel proposed (video, document) reinstating net neutrality rules, seeking to return to the successful 2015 regulations. This raises questions about...
Examining the Debate Over OTT Sharing Revenues with Telecom Operators
Recently, the release of the TRAI consultation paper on Regulatory Mechanisms for Over-The-Top (OTT) Communication Services ignited a contentious debate. The question at...
Challenges in Indian Policy Making
Today, I intend to delve into a subject often regarded as taboo: the formulation of regulations, particularly concerning the allocation...