India's Department of Telecommunications mandates SIM-binding for messaging apps like WhatsApp, requiring users to maintain their original SIM for reg ...

Under the new rule, the DoT requires messaging apps, including WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, to implement "SIM binding", ...

Tech industry bodies such as IAMAI and BIF have pushed back against the move but telecom operators have welcomed SIM binding, ...

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The DoT SIM binding mandate sets a stronger policy and security framework by requiring active SIM presence and frequent re-authentication on communication apps.

Critics warn that the measure is technically difficult to enforce, may disrupt normal usage for travellers and dual-SIM users ...

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SIM binding is a system that allows a messaging app to function only when the SIM card used for registration is active and present in the user’s device.

The Department of Telecommunications gave messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Snapchat 90 days to ...

The Centre has issued directions that would ensure app-based communication services, the likes of WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram, and others, are continuously linked to a user's active SIM card. All ...

The government plans to introduce SIM binding for WhatsApp, Telegram and Snapchat by 2026 to curb online fraud and boost ...