Starting March 1, WhatsApp, Telegram and other platforms that use mobile numbers for login will have to follow a new ...

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SIM Binding: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has implemented a mandatory SIM-binding rule effective March 1, 2026, ...

SIM binding requires messaging apps to verify that the original KYC-verified SIM card remains physically present and active ...

While SIM binding strengthens security, it also makes daily messaging more tightly controlled and less seamless for Indian users.

The Government of India has tightened its digital security framework with a new rule requiring app-based communication platforms to remain continuously linked to a user’s active SIM card. The ...

WhatsApp is working with Indian authorities to comply with the SIM Linkage Rule. Soon, the app may stop functioning on phones without an active SIM. Beta testing is underway to introduce SIM-based ...

The Centre recently passed directions asking social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal to enforce SIM binding, and automatic logout from web-based chats every six hours. According to ...

From March 1, messaging apps in India must stay linked to the registered SIM, affecting web access, multi-device usage, and ...