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New UPI rule regarding mobile numbers to become effective from April 1 | Details
The new guideline is aimed at reducing transaction errors caused due to outdated or reassigned mobile numbers.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 01:19 PM IST
Can’t regulate VPN apps, only MeitY can: TRAI
TRAI informs DoT it can't regulate VPN apps, stating they're governed by the IT Act, and recommends amendments for oversight if needed.
Published on Mar 01, 2025 05:22 AM IST
Aditi Agrawal, New Delhi
Head of UT police departments can now intercept calls: DoT
In an order dated December 16, 2024, the DoT has added ‘Head of Police department of concerned Union Territory’ to the list of ‘authorised agencies’.
Published on Feb 12, 2025 08:33 AM IST
DoT launches Sanchar Saathi mobile app to crack down on fraud communications
The Sanchar Saathi mobile app will allow users to flag incidents of fraud communications directly from their mobile phone call logs
Published on Jan 17, 2025 02:42 PM IST
Scindia launches DoT system to block spoofed int’l calls
Multiple scammers masquerade as police, courier company employees, or others to call victims from international numbers that appear as Indian numbers on the victims’ phones.
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 08:20 AM IST