A separate physical softswitch in each SDCA is not inherently necessary with modern IP technology. However, without suitable interconnection and routing arrangements, the cost of additional distributed infrastructure could make LSA-wide Wireline Access VNO operations commercially unviable. 2. VNOAI’s Proposed Solution: Centralised LSA-Level Call Routing
The TCCCPR Third Amendment, 2026 introduces a new A2P voice termination charge. For VNOs, the issue is not simply another five-paise cost—it raises important questions around NSO–VNO billing, enterprise pricing, AGR treatment, DLT visibility and competitive neutrality. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India notified the
The Ministry of Communications (Department of Telecommunications) has officially notified the Telecommunications (User Identification) Rules, 2026 vide G.S.R. 750(E) on 21st August 2026 under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. This regulation establishes a standardized, fraud-resilient, verifiable biometric identification framework for all telecom subscribers across India. Key
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has notified the Telecommunications (Authorization for Telecommunication Network) Rules, 2026 vide G.S.R. 644(E) dated 20th July 2026, under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The Rules replace the legacy licence-based regime with a modern authorization-based framework for entities establishing, operating, maintaining, or
Issued by the Department of Telecommunications under the Telecommunications Act,2023Dear VNOAI Members, Telecom Service Providers, VNOs, Telemarketers (TMs),Principal Entities (PEs), CPaaS, UCaaS, Audio Conferencing, Cloud Telephony andEnterprise Communication Providers,The Virtual Network Operators Association of India (VNOAI) cordially invites you toparticipate in an interactive industry session
