The SIM-binding directive has reopened the debate on the scope of the Telecom Act, and how far it allows the DoT to regulate ...

Expert stakeholders have told MediaNama that true SIM binding for messaging apps may not actually be possible. Read on to ...

India's telecom and technology industry bodies are clashing over a new government mandate requiring SIM binding for OTT ...

The move, which also targets platforms like Snapchat, ShareChat, and JioChat, is primarily aimed at closing a critical ...

India has made it mandatory for messaging platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal to function only when linked to an ...

The missive has, however, polarised stakeholders, with mobile operators under COAI coming out in its support, while digital ...

The cellular operators Association of India (COAI), which represents all three private telecom companies— Airtel, Reliance ...

The order comes against the backdrop of “misuse” of telecommunication identifiers and equipment for cybersecurity purposes, ...

India's telecom department has mandated SIM binding for web-based messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram. This new rule ...

India mandates all cellphone makers to pre-install the "Sanchar Saathi" cybersecurity app within 90 days, allowing users to uninstall it if desired.

India’s Department of Telecommunications enforces continuous SIM card verification on messaging apps to tackle cyber fraud.

Within next 90 days, if the government doesn't modify or withdraw its order, the way you use WhatsApp is going to change.