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WhatsApp Web May Require 6-Hour Re-login Under New SIM Rules

Indian government mandates SIM binding for messaging apps, potentially requiring WhatsApp Web users to re-authenticate every 6 hours to combat cyber fraud.

India Mandates SIM Binding for WhatsApp to Curb Cyber Fraud

New rules require WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal to log out web sessions every 6 hours and enforce SIM binding from February 2026 to enhance security.

DoT Withdraws Republished Cybersecurity Rules, Original Rules Remain

India's telecom department corrects Gazette publication error while confirming enhanced cybersecurity rules to combat telecom fraud and protect digital transactions.

Sanchar Saathi Recovers 50,000+ Lost Mobile Phones in October 2025

DoT's Sanchar Saathi initiative recovers over 50,000 lost/stolen mobile devices in one month, crossing 7 lakh total recoveries with 47% growth rate.

DoT Launches Portal to Verify Bank Contact Numbers and Fight Scams

Protect yourself from bank impersonation scams. Use the new DoT Sanchar Saathi portal to verify official phone numbers, emails, and websites of financial institutions.

Starlink Begins Hiring in India Ahead of 2026 Satellite Internet Launch

Elon Musk's Starlink starts recruiting key finance staff in Bengaluru as it prepares for commercial satellite internet services in India by early 2026.

Vodafone Idea Gets Relief as SC Allows Govt to Reconsider ₹9,450 Crore AGR Dues

Supreme Court permits Centre to reconsider Vodafone Idea's AGR dues, protecting 20 crore consumers and recognizing government's policy domain in telecom sector.