What is the main outcome of the long-drawn battle won by the telecom industry?

A four-year moratorium on AGR dues A reduction in spectrum usage charges Exemption from paying license fees Complete waiver of all outstanding AGR dues

What is the key change in the definition of AGR?

Inclusion of interest income and dividends Exclusion of non-telecom revenue Addition of profits from asset sales Consideration of insurance claims and forex gains

What is the primary point of contention between the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and telecom companies?

The percentage of AGR to be paid as spectrum usage charges The inclusion of non-telecom revenue in AGR calculation The duration of the moratorium on AGR dues The interest rate applicable on deferred AGR payments

What was the Supreme Court's ruling on the definition of AGR?

It upheld the DoT's definition of AGR It ruled in favor of the telecom companies' definition It ordered a reassessment of the AGR dues It granted a complete waiver of all AGR dues

What is the potential impact of the relief measures on telecom companies?

Increased debt burden Reduced cash flow for operations Improved financial statements Higher spectrum usage charges

How might the AGR dues impact telecom customers?

Reduced data rates Improved service quality Increased data and service rates No noticeable impact on services

What is the significance of the government's approval of 100% FDI in telecom?

It restricts foreign investment in the sector It allows for increased foreign investment It has no impact on foreign investment It nationalizes the telecom industry