Internet-based phone calls are now officially legal, following the recommendations of the GOT-IT report. This decision clarifies the regulatory landscape for VoIP and telecommunications convergence during the early days of the web.
Track the shift as internet telephony becomes legal in India via these reports from 2000. These sources cover the early regulatory changes and infrastructure developments that first allowed VoIP services in the country.
India's Convergence Bill has been approved, signaling a significant shift in telecommunications and broadcasting regulation by consolidating oversight for diverse communication services under a single regulatory framework to address modern digital integration.
I shared a surprising report that writing software to pirate DVDs is legally protected. It’s an interesting piece of history regarding the early legal battles over encryption bypass tools and developer freedom.
I am calling for the expedited passage of India's Convergence Bill following its delay until the budget session. I want Sushma Swaraj to move faster on this legislation to modernize telecommunications and broadcasting regulations.
With cellular call rates expected to drop, I am finally considering purchasing my first mobile phone. This shift in the Indian telecom market makes owning a handset much more affordable and practical for me.