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TDSAT grants permission to RCom to sell spectrum
MUMBAI: Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) has given permission to Reliance Communications (RCom) to proceed with the sale of its spectrum. The telecom company would have to assure bank guarantees worth Rs 2900 crore as demanded by Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
In its media release, the telecom company confirmed that it will be able to pay the Swedish multinational networking and telecommunications company Ericcsson its Rs 550 crore and the minority investors of Reliance Infratel (RITL) about Rs 230 crore, as agreed by the lenders.
The official release stated, “Reliance Communications Ltd has been granted relief by the Telecom Disputes Settlement & Appellate Tribunal vide its Interim Order dated 1 October 2018, whereby TDSAT has stayed the demand of Bank Guarantee of Rs 2,900 Crore by the Department of Telecommunications”.
“38 secured lenders of RCOM Group have already approved the sale of the above spectrum, and the proceeds thereof will be used for making payments to Ericsson India Private Ltd and to RITL Minority Investors, as per settlement terms,” continued the release.
RCom even criticised the DoT for creating obstructions in the proceedings of the spectrum sale.
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Samay Raina confirms return of India’s Got Latent after controversy
Still Alive mixes humour and reflection as comedian revisits 2025 row
MUMBAI: Samay Raina has signalled a possible return of his controversial show India’s Got Latent, using his latest stand-up special Still Alive to address the past and hint at what lies ahead.
Released on YouTube, the special marks Raina’s most candid take yet on the backlash that forced the show off air in 2025. While much of the performance leans on humour, it also dips into more reflective territory, offering a glimpse into the emotional toll of the controversy.
Recounting the fallout, YouTube comedian samay raina said, “We were both extremely unsettled. How would we navigate this? It was terrifying. We were lost as to what was happening.” He also spoke about a moment involving fellow comedian Balraj Ghai’s family, describing it as overwhelming and difficult to process.
The personal impact of the episode came through most strongly when Raina spoke about his family. He admitted he struggled to even answer a call from his mother during the crisis. YouTube comedian samay raina said, “I hesitated to answer her call and show my tear-streaked face. How would she react? My mom is unaware of anything except how to love.”
Amid the introspection, Raina also dropped a clear hint about the future of his show. While he believes the first season ended on a high note, he confirmed that he intends to revive it. YouTube comedian samay raina said, “I will bring back the show because it used to be fun making it.”
The original run of India’s Got Latent had been pulled down following widespread criticism and legal scrutiny over controversial remarks that went viral, prompting debates around content boundaries in India’s digital entertainment space. Raina later removed episodes and issued an apology, stepping back from major releases for a period.
His return now appears more measured, blending humour with reflection and signalling a creative reset. He also hinted that the next iteration of the show could be more raw and unfiltered, though details remain under wraps.
For fans, the takeaway is simple. The show that sparked both laughter and debate may be gearing up for a second act, with Raina ready to test the limits once again, this time with a sharper sense of where the lines lie.
