New SIM Binding Regulations: How WhatsApp, Signal, and Telegram Will Change for Indian Users

Dec 01, 2025 02:43 pm CST

India's Department of Telecommunications is implementing new SIM binding regulations requiring WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram, and other messaging apps to verify active SIM presence. Users must maintain their registered SIM in devices to use these apps, with web versions requiring re-authentication every six hours. This cybersecurity measure aims to reduce digital fraud by preventing app usage without the original registered SIM card.