mobile phones
Sanchar Saathi App: Communications Minister Confirms Users Can Delete Pre-installed Cybersecurity App Amid Privacy Concerns
Dec 02, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarifies that the government-mandated Sanchar Saathi app, which will be pre-installed on all new mobile phones in India, can be deleted by users. This announcement comes amid significant opposition criticism regarding potential privacy violations, with the minister emphasizing that the app is voluntary and designed to protect citizens from the growing threat of cyberfraud.
Indian Household Consumption Shifting from Necessities to Asset Building: EAC-PM Report Reveals Changing Economic Patterns
Nov 25, 2025 06:56 pm CST
A new report from India's Economic Advisory Council reveals a significant shift in household spending patterns, with consumers increasingly prioritizing asset-building investments over basic necessities. This trend, visible across income groups including the bottom 40% of households, shows growing ownership of motor vehicles, refrigerators, and mobile devices, signaling improved living standards and reduced asset poverty nationwide.
RBI Governor Confirms No Plans to Charge for UPI Transactions While Considering Digital Enforcement for Credit Purchases
Oct 01, 2025 05:01 pm CST
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra has affirmed there are no plans to levy charges on UPI transactions, while the central bank evaluates a proposal for remotely locking phones purchased on credit during payment defaults. The RBI has also raised India's GDP growth projection to 6.8% for the current fiscal year, with Malhotra expressing confidence in continued economic growth alongside price stability.
GST 2.0: How Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, TVs Will Get Cheaper From Today
Sep 22, 2025 09:07 am CST
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) system is entering a new era with the rollout of GST 2.0, effective September 22.