The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced a new tool aimed at preventing cyber fraud and financial crimes. Known as the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI), the tool is part of the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) and is designed to provide early warnings about mobile numbers potentially linked to fraud. Continue reading “DoT unveils Fraud Risk Indicator tool to curb digital payment fraud”
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has partnered with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) to block, trace, and recover lost or stolen mobile phones of passengers traveling by train. This initiative leverages the integration of DoT’s Sanchar Saathi platform with the Rail Madad app to provide enhanced safety and security in the digital ecosystem. Continue reading “DoT and RPF integrate Sanchar Saathi for mobile safety on trains”
Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has partnered with WhatsApp to extend ‘Scam Se Bacho,’ Meta’s safety campaign against online scams and spam. Both parties will work together on conducting workshops, spreading informative assets through WhatsApp, and more to spread awareness of digital scams.
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The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced three major initiatives to enhance India’s telecom infrastructure and improve citizen-centric services. Continue reading “DoT launches Sanchar Saathi App, NBM 2.0, and more”
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is considering implementing charges on smartphone and landline numbers to better regulate numbering resources. Continue reading “TRAI proposes charges for Phone numbers amid Numbering Plan Revision”
The government announced on Sunday its steps to tackle incoming international spoofed calls showing Indian mobile numbers. These calls, made by cybercriminals from abroad, deceive Indian citizens, leading to cyber-crime and financial frauds. Continue reading “DoT directs telcos to block International spoofed calls”
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), an organization representing the Indian telecommunications industry, praised the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for introducing the Indian Telegraph Right of Way (Amendment) Rules, 2023. Continue reading “COAI supports RoW changes for 5G deployment in India”
The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) claims that the proposed mandate by TRAI to display callers’ names, known as Calling Name Presentation (CNAP), will pose a threat to privacy. CNAP, which was proposed by TRAI in November 2022, is intended to enable users to identify incoming callers. Continue reading “TRAI’s Caller ID proposal poses threat to privacy: IAMAI”
In regard to mobile phone Caller Name Presentation (CNAP), TRAI has released a consultation document for public review. Recently, TRAI announced the use of AI and ML to curb spam calls and messages. Continue reading “TRAI begins consultation for caller ID display on phones”
