India Mandates SIM-Binding for Messaging Apps Under New Cybersecurity Rules

India Mandates SIM-Binding for Messaging Apps Under New Cybersecurity Rules

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India's Department of Telecommunications has implemented the Telecommunication Cybersecurity Amendment Rules, 2025, requiring messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal to be linked to an active SIM card at all times. This regulation affects both residents and travelers in India, enforcing a six-hour logout policy for users not connected to a valid SIM.