SIM-Binding will not affect user convenience, says COAI

Dec 10, 2025

According to COAI, the mechanism only requires the SIM to be present and active in the device not necessarily connected to mobile data making...

No change to SIM Binding rules as security takes precedence, says Jyotiraditya Scindia

Feb 25, 2026

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that the government maintained its stance on SIM binding rules, prioritising national security over revenue implications.

COAI welcomes government's move mandating SIM-binding for devices for app-based communication services

Dec 01, 2025

Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has welcomed and commended the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in what it termed a landmark step towards bolstering...

Odisha: Police seized 5 SIM boxes from Ranchi in SIM box case

Aug 23, 2024

Odisha police conducted raids and seized five SIM boxes from Ranchi in connection with the SIM box racket earlier busted in Cuttack. According to...

SIM box racket busted across India; 7 cyber masterminds apprehended, including Taiwanese national

Jan 10, 2026

During the operation, investigators seized thousands of SIM cards obtained illegally. A SIM Box is a device designed to hold hundreds of SIM cards...

Assam: Police recover 238 fake SIM cards, one held

Jun 25, 2023

Continuing its operation against cyber criminals and fake SIM card racket, the police of Assam's Morigaon district arrested another criminal and recovered 238 fake...