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DoT directive: 5 in 10 users do not support SIM-binding by messaging apps, survey finds

December 13, 2025 11:18 am

While a majority of respondents believe that continuous SIM-binding may improve safety, many are also concerned about the inconvenience it will cause for those using multiple devices.

Why DoT’s SIM-binding directive raises concerns of regulatory overreach

December 05, 2025 11:28 am

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

Despite SIM-binding, users of UPI apps are still susceptible to scams.

DoT’s SIM-binding directive: What it tries to fix, where experts say it falls short

December 04, 2025 1:07 pm

While the proponents of the directive claim that it makes traceability of scammers easier, experts have pointed out that SIM-binding could run into several technical hurdles in implementation.

Apple to resist DoT order to preload state-run app as political outcry builds

December 03, 2025 8:43 am

The order caused a furore both inside and outside Parliament on Tuesday, with a number of lawmakers accusing the government of introducing an app that would act as a snooping tool.

TV Ramachandran is the president of Broadband India Forum, an industry body that counts big tech companies and internet service providers as its members.

‘AI, subsea cables, and data centres are vitally interconnected’: Head of Broadband India Forum

April 11, 2025 4:30 pm

TV Ramachandran, president of the Broadband India Forum (BIF), said that subsea cables are essential if India aims to be a global data hub.

Airtel prepays Rs 3,626 crore to govt, clearing all dues for spectrum purchased in 2016

December 21, 2024 10:49 pm

With this payment, Bharti Airtel has now prepaid all its spectrum dues that had interest costs higher than 8.65 per cent, the company said in a statement.

Know all about 'Chaksu', TRAI's new portal to help people report fraudulent SMS and calls

July 09, 2024 8:09 am

If you are unsure about the legitimacy of a call or SMS, Chaksu can help you determine it.

DoT asks telcos to suspend USSD-based call forwarding, switch to alternate mode from April 15

March 29, 2024 9:33 pm

Mobile subscribers use USSD service just by dialling any active code on their phone screens. The service is often used for checking IMEI numbers and mobile phone balances, among others.

Spectrum auction to start from May 20, eight mobile phone bands up for sale

March 08, 2024 5:18 pm

Government will auction eight spectrum bands for mobile phone services at a base price of Rs 96,317.65 crore.

Malicious calls: Govt warns users against dialling '*401#' followed by unknown mobile number

January 11, 2024 10:32 pm

Explaining the modus operandi of the scam, the DoT said a fraudster will call a telecom subscriber and pretend to be a customer service representative or technical support staff