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Sanchar Saathi App Downloads Surge 10-Fold as Government Mandates Pre-installation on Mobile Phones
Dec 03, 2025 01:48 pm CST
The government's cyber security app Sanchar Saathi saw downloads increase from 60,000 to nearly 600,000 in a single day despite privacy concerns over mandatory pre-installation. Officials clarify that users can uninstall the app, which has limited data access and aims to combat digital fraud and verify device authenticity through IMEI numbers.
India's Official Caller ID System: How CNAP Will Display Verified Caller Names Without Internet
Oct 30, 2025 07:16 pm CST
India is launching CNAP (Calling Name Presentation), a government-backed caller ID system that displays verified caller names directly from telecom records without requiring internet connectivity. This TRAI-approved system will help users identify callers and prevent fraud, with telecom operators now preparing databases to link phone numbers with verified identities.