This Bare Act by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal reference providing the amended and updated text of the Telecommunications Act, 2023, as enforced from June 26, 2024, and July 5, 2024. It provides the complete legal framework governing the telecommunications sector, including associated rules and judicial interpretations.

It is helpful for legal practitioners, telecom industry professionals, policymakers, and academicians who require a clear and precise understanding of telecommunications regulations in India.

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Telecommunications Act, 2023 and its accompanying rules. The noteworthy features of the book are as follows:

• Comprehensive Coverage – The complete and structured text of the Telecommunications Act, 2023, with section notes and rules
• Section-Wise Notes – Easy-to-understand notes accompanying each section, providing analysis of the legislative intent and practical applications
• Rules – Integration of updated rules critical for compliance and practice
• Case Laws – Relevant judicial interpretations and case law references offering historical and comparative context
• User-Friendly Layout – Designed for quick reference with a detailed subject index and cross-references

The detailed coverage of the book is as follows:

• Telecommunications Act, 2023
  • Full text of the Telecommunications Act, 2023, including:
    • First Schedule
    • Second Schedule
    • Third Schedule
    • Subject Index
• Rules
  • Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Amateur Services) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Commercial Radio Operator Certificate of Proficiency to Operate Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Right of Way) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Temporary Suspension of Services) Rules, 2024
  • Telecommunications (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2024
• Case Laws Digest
  • Includes relevant judicial interpretations and case law references under the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, facilitating historical and comparative analysis