Big govt order: WA, Telegram told to link services to SIM cards; what it means for users
India's Union government mandates SIM card verification and six-hour session timeouts for messaging apps to combat cyber fraud. Platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram must ensure continuous SIM linkage, blocking access if the original SIM is absent. This directive aims to enhance telecom cybersecurity by preventing misuse from outside the country.
India's Union government mandates SIM card verification and six-hour session timeouts for messaging apps to combat cyber fraud. Platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram must ensure continuous SIM linkage, blocking access if the original SIM is absent. This directive aims to enhance telecom cybersecurity by preventing misuse from outside the country.
