Consultation Paper on ‘Encouraging R&D in Telecom, Broadcasting and IT (ICT) Sectors’
The comments and counter-comments may be sent, preferably in electronic form on the email ID advisorit@trai.gov.in and with a copy to ja-qos1@trai.gov.in.
Telecommunications Bill, 2023
The central government may provide for measures to protect users which include: (i) prior consent to receive specified messages such as advertising messages, (ii) creation of Do Not Disturb registers, and (iii) a mechanism to allow users to report malware or specified messages. Entities providing telecom services must establish an online mechanism for registration and redressal of grievances.
TRAI extended time to submit comments/counter comments on the consultation paper “Digital Inclusion in the Era of Emerging Technologies”
It has been decided to extend the last date for submission of comments up to 29th December 2023 and counter comments up to 12th January 2024. Request for further extension will not be entertained.
Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit 2023
This prestigious event will recognize and award AI entrepreneurs and innovators from diverse backgrounds to highlight their innovative AI solutions, furthering the technological frontier and GPAI’s thematic priorities of Global Health, Climate Change, Resilient Society, Collaborative AI for Global Partnership (CAIGP) and Sustainable Agriculture.
Special Economic Zones (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2023
The amendment provides the rules regarding setting up Information Technology Enabled Services Special Economic Zone.
TRAI extends timeline to file suggestions on Consultation Paper on Regulation on Rating Framework for Digital Connectivity in Buildings or Area
Considering the request received from the stakeholder/Industry association for further extension of time for submission of comments, it has been decided to extend the last date of submission of comments by four weeks i.e. up to 05th January 2024 and counter comments by 19th January 2024.
Cabinet approves Central Sector Scheme for providing Drones to the Women Self Help Groups
Central Sector Scheme for providing Drones to the Women Self Help Groups (SHGs), with an outlay of Rs. 1261 Crore for the period from 2024-25 to 2025-26 is approved. The scheme aims to provide drones to 15,000 selected Women SHGs during the period 2023-24 to 2025-2026 for providing rental services to farmers for agriculture purpose.
Adoption of Cloud Services by Intermediaries Regulated by PFRDA
Cloud solutions offer numerous advantages such as scalability, ease of deployment, and reduced overhead costs. However, the adoption of cloud services is also subject to cyber security risks and challenges. Therefore, the circular highlights the importance of ensuring regulatory compliance and implementing necessary measures to mitigate these risks effectively.
Inauguration of the of Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency
The primary motive of this inauguration is to achieve the mile stone of one Trillion dollar economy, envisioned by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
Extension of last date to receive comments and counter comments on TRAI’s Consultation Paper on “Digital Transformation through 5G Ecosystem”
Keeping in view the requests of stakeholders, it has been decided to extend the last date for submission of written comments up to 26th December 2023 and for counter-comments up to 08th January 2024. Stakeholders are requested to submit their comments preferably in electronic form by e-mail to advadmn@trai.gov.in with a copy to vibhatomar@trai.gov.in.
