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  New SIM Card Rules: Airtel, Jio, BSNL and Vi users must know these changes

  Technology | September 16, 2024 12:43 IST

  By eliminating the need for paper documents and introducing digital verification, these changes aim to enhance user experience while ensuring the safety of personal information. With these updates, users can now enjoy a smoother, paperless process for all their telecom needs.

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  BSNL 4G: How to check if your SIM card is 4G enabled? An easy guide

  Technology | September 12, 2024 12:07 IST

  BSNL is rapidly rolling out its 4G services nationwide. If you are an existing BSNL subscriber, here's how you can check online if your SIM card is 4G-enabled.

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  Jio new users can activate SIMs at home using the iActivate: Here's how

  Technology | September 05, 2024 9:11 IST

  Jio has introduced a new service that enables new users to activate SIMs from the comfort of their homes. The service is applicable to both physical SIMs and eSIMs. Here's how to do it.

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  Government implements new rules for bulk SIM card purchases to curb fraud calls

  Technology | August 17, 2024 9:34 IST

  Under the new rule, companies purchasing corporate SIMs will no longer be issued unlimited SIM cards, and they will also need to undergo e-verification multiple times.

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  BSNL 4G SIM: How to activate new SIM card

  Technology | August 13, 2024 9:03 IST

  Users can purchase a new BSNL SIM card from regional mobile distributors or authorised service centers. Once you acquire your SIM, you’ll need to activate it to start using it. Here's how you can do this.

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  These SIM cards will be blacklisted from September 1: TRAI’s new rule

  Technology | August 11, 2024 15:09 IST

  The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is set to implement a new rule which will blacklist the numbers which are being used for spam calls. The move has been taken to cater to fake and spam calls across the country, bothering the users.

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  How to convert eSIM to a physical SIM? An easy guide

  Technology | August 08, 2024 7:12 IST

  eSIM allows users to easily switch from one network to another without any hassle. However, at some point, we might want to switch back to our physical SIM card. Here's how you can switch to a physical SIM from an eSIM.

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  BSNL 5G: How to order BSNL 4G, 5G SIM online

  Technology | August 06, 2024 7:26 IST

  BSNL 5G: According to recent videos and reports, BSNL 5G SIM cards are now available. Interested telecom users can order BSNL SIM cards online and have them delivered to their homes.

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  New SIM card rules: Subscribers will no longer need OTP to buy new SIM card

  Technology | August 03, 2024 13:58 IST

  New SIM card rules: The government has implemented new rules for purchasing a SIM card, applicable to both foreign and Indian citizens effective from August 1.

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  BSNL 4G: How to choose your preferred mobile number online

  Technology | August 01, 2024 16:00 IST

  If you are planning to buy a new BSNL SIM card, you can choose your preferred mobile number online. Here's how you can reserve one for yourself.

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  Telecommunications Act 2023 new provisions to come into effect on June 26: All you need to know

  Technology | June 25, 2024 12:12 IST

  The new provisions of the Telecommunications Act 2023, effective from June 26, include restrictions on the number of SIM cards allowed per individual, penalties for fraudulent SIM acquisition, authorization for the installation of mobile towers, and more.

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  Soon, you might have to pay extra for new SIM, inactive SIM: Here's why

  Technology | June 14, 2024 12:31 IST

  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.

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  Getting unknown calls on new number? Here's what is Recycled Mobile Number, how this policy works

  Explainers | April 26, 2024 15:14 IST

  Telecom companies release more than 10 million recycle numbers every month, which are again allocated to new customers. If you purchased a new SIM and getting calls from unknown numbers, read to know about Recycled Mobile Number and how to stop unknown calls.

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  SIM card rules changing from January 1: Follow or be jailed for 3 years

  Technology | December 25, 2023 19:34 IST

  As smartphone usage has upscaled in India, online fraud and scams have upscaled and have seen a parallel increase. The government has been taking a decisive stance to curb these issues.

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  A quick guide to new rules for SIM cards effective today

  Technology | December 01, 2023 13:44 IST

  These new rules are designed to make SIM card use more secure and prevent fraud. Here is everything you need to know.

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  Be aware of these 6 must-know rules for buying SIM cards from tomorrow

  Technology | November 30, 2023 13:51 IST

  Starting from tomorrow, December 1st, several new rules will be in place, including those for buying and selling SIM cards. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) had initially planned to implement these rules from October 1, but they were postponed by two months.

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  Is India ready for e-SIMs? Everything you need to know

  Technology | November 22, 2023 19:00 IST

  e-SIM is a very common term used by Apple users, but talking about Indian Android smart device users- they are still aloof with the news. Here is a quick explainer about the technology.

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  New rules for SIM card purchase starting December 1: 5 key points to remember

  Technology | November 22, 2023 16:30 IST

  Starting December 1, new rules for buying SIM cards aim to curb scams, requiring dealer verification, Aadhaar scanning for customer purchases, and limiting bulk issuance.

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  New SIM regulations: Everything you need to know before December 1

  Technology | October 26, 2023 13:44 IST

  These regulatory changes are a proactive step by the government to safeguard individuals from falling victim to scams and fraudulent activities, and they mark a significant move towards enhancing the security of SIM card purchases in the country.

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  Kolkata SIM boxes seizure ignites fears about major international crime

  India | September 26, 2021 8:30 IST

  A huge number of SIM cards and SIM boxes were recovered.