The telecom operators will welcome the move as they have long demanded that OTT communication apps that provide the same services as operators should be subjected to similar regulations
Bharti Airtel needs to overcome its resistance at Rs 780 for further upside; MTNL, Voda Idea can zoom up to 30%
Why Trai-broadcaster alignment is crucial for industry growth
The TRAI's recent effort to micromanage India's television industry will end up hurting everyone - consumers, broadcasters and distributors
Broadcasters may not come out with channel pricing next week
The IUC must take into account all cost components including capex and spectrum charges borne by the operator
The regulators - Competition Commission of India (CCI) and Trai - need to ask whether pricing below marginal cost (MC) is fair or unfair, irrespective of which provider is doing so