Cyber scams are on the rise in India, with scammers constantly finding new ways to deceive users. Recently, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued a warning about a new scam that particularly targets mobile users in the country.
New telecom rules are aimed at improving telecom service quality. TRAI has also tried to combat spam messages via whitelisting of URLs. Here's all you need to know about new rules.
TRAI is implementing new rules on October 1 to significantly reduce spam SMSs, frustrating call drops, slow internet speeds, and more. In addition, users will easily know which network technology is available in their area.
Earlier, the implementation of these anti-spam measures was scheduled to commence on September 1. However, they have been postponed, requiring telecom users to manage spam SMS for an extended duration.
Telecom companies have been directed by TRAI to stop the transmission of messages containing URLs, OTT links, APK files (Android application packages), or call-back numbers unless they have been whitelisted.
TRAI has warned users about a major fraud occurring in the name of closing SIM cards. The telecom regulator has advised users to disregard any such message or call and urged them to avoid it.
TRAI has removed the cap on fees charged for a fixed number of channels. The new scheme will follow a market-driven approach, depending on various factors.
Recently, Airtel, Jio, and Vi have implemented new rates for their mobile plans, resulting in a controversial response. The government has now addressed the claims regarding the recent mobile services tariff hike.
With the new regulation, TRAI has added additional criteria for rejecting requests for the allocation of a Unique Porting Code (UPC). These amended regulations aim to prevent the fraudulent porting of mobile numbers through SIM swap or replacement.
In India, many citizens are falling victim to fake calls, usually from people pretending to be government officials, bank representatives, or other utility service providers. The new service aims to assist these individuals.
The new mobile phone series is allocated to all entities regulated by RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, and PFRDA. It shall help in the easy identification of the calling entity and will prevent the duping of innocent citizens from the fraudsters.
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's recent consultation paper suggested that it may be prudent to consider charging the TSPs with a nominal fee against numbering resources allocated. However, TRAI has now called reports baseless.
Phone numbers are limited and valuable resources. The adoption of 5G networks, machine-to-machine communication, and Internet of Things devices has required Trai to thoroughly review the existing numbering system.
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has emphasized the importance of security by implementing strong Know Your Customer (KYC) norms. This is aimed at protecting networks, preventing fraud, and enhancing the M2M eSIM ecosystem.
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The 5G testbed has been developed as a multi-institute collaborative project by a total of eight institutes, led by IIT Madras.
TRAI, in a statement, said it has decided that in case of multi-TV homes where more than one TV connection is working in the name of one person, it will charge a maximum of 40 per cent of declared Network Capacity Fee (NCF) for the second and additional TV connections.
Sources in TRAI said that a holistic view should be taken on the pricing of 5G spectrum and the prospective business opportunities it offers, which it has done in its current spectrum recommendations, thereby indicating that there may not be much scope for any further revision of price from its side.
According to the circular, the current limit of 50 numbers in a single authorisation letter has been enhanced to 100 numbers per authorisation letter.
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