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The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has implemented comprehensive policy and technical initiatives to enhance telecom network security and mitigate cyber threats. In an effort to prevent spoofed calls and combat telecom fraud, DoT has introduced systems to identify such threats and a citizen-centric initiative, Sanchar Saathi, to report suspicious activities.
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The Indian Ministry of Communications has introduced major strategic reforms to strengthen the telecom security ecosystem. The reforms, announced by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, aim to bolster national security and ease the compliance burden on the telecom industry. Key initiatives include extending the Pro Tem Security Certification Scheme for two
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The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) has recognized the National Communications Academy, Technology (NCA-T) as an Awarding Body (AB - Dual). This agreement enables NCA-T to award, assess, and certify learners in telecommunications training. As part of this initiative, NCVET approved a new micro-credential course focused on
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The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has implemented the Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Amendment Rules, 2025, enhancing security measures within the telecom sector. Central to this initiative is the Sanchar Saathi platform, which aids in reporting fraud, blocking lost mobile devices, and verifying legitimate mobile connections. Since its launch, over 1.
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The Department of Telecommunications, under the Indian Ministry of Communications, has extended the validity of the Pro Tem Security Certification from 6 months to 2 years. This decision, made by the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS), aims to improve the ease of doing business and ensure seamless business continuity
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Launched in January 2025, the Sanchar Saathi app is a pivotal tool aimed at enhancing mobile security across India, which is the world's second-largest telecom ecosystem. This mobile application provides robust security features and fraud-reporting capabilities directly to users, addressing the rise in cyber threats and incidents. With
Telecom Sector
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced significant achievements in India's telecom sector during a press conference, highlighting the sector's transformation into a global leader under Prime Minister Modi's leadership. Key points include BSNL's return to profitability after 18 years, the successful deployment of
Telecom Security
The National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) has designated Compliance International Pvt. Ltd. in Noida as a Telecom Security Testing Laboratory (TSTL) for IP Routers under the Communication Security Certification (ComSec) Scheme. This brings the total number of TSTLs in India to nine, enhancing the country's telecom security
Sanchar Saathi
The Sanchar Saathi Mobile App, launched by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has surpassed 50 lakh downloads within six months. The app enhances telecom security by allowing users to report fraudulent communications directly from their call and SMS logs. It supports multiple languages and has led to significant recoveries of
Telecom Security
The Ministry of Communications has announced several initiatives to enhance telecom networks in India. Key measures include improving fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) connections, implementing Telecom Cyber Security Rules and Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure Rules, launching the Sanchar Saathi initiative to combat fraud, developing data centers, and promoting green energy through renewable sources for