Centre Notifies New Telecom Rules, Ending Decades-Old Licensing System

The Indian government has notified new telecom rules that replace the legacy licensing regime with an authorisation-based framework. This change allows entities to apply for specific service authorizations, including network and virtual network operations.
Why it matters
This represents a significant regulatory shift in India's telecommunications sector, aimed at modernizing digital infrastructure and service delivery.
The government has notified rules that operationalise a new authorisation-based framework in the telecom sector, marking a transition from the legacy licensing regime.
The article provides a factual summary of government policy changes and regulatory updates.
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