Indonesia's social media curbs for under 16s take set to start, few know how they workIndonesia's social media curbs, which the government says are intended to reduce the risk of cyberbullying and addiction, follow a ban in...
28 Mar, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
Nearly 100 BJP workers storm jail in Mangaluru over mobile jammers, detainedBJP workers stormed the Mangaluru district jail over issues with mobile jammers disrupting cellular signals within a 3-kilometer radius, af...
05 Apr, 2025, 07.48 PM IST
How to deactivate or delete your Facebook account on iPhone and Android in 2025? Here’s a step-by-step guideWondering how to deactivate or delete your Facebook account on iPhone or Android in 2025? Whether you're looking to take a break or permane...
18 Feb, 2025, 11.03 PM IST
Trai recommends new numbering system for landline usersFixed-line users may need to dial the full 10-digit number for local calls if Trai's recommendation is accepted. This new numbering system ...
06 Feb, 2025, 09.23 PM IST
Mobile numbers deactivated or disconnected on subscriber's request not allocated for at least 90 days: TRAI to SCThe Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has informed the Supreme Court that mobile phone numbers deactivated for non-usage or at t...
03 Nov, 2023, 04.26 PM IST
Sanchar Saathi: Now subscribers can track, block lost cellphone via portalWith the help of the portal, the device can be deactivated even if the new SIM card has been inserted as the device is tracked through its ...
17 May, 2023, 01.20 PM IST
People just want to delete Instagram & Facebook – or deactivate their account, but it might not helpEven if you deactivate your account, your data is still stored on Meta's servers.
09 Mar, 2023, 01.12 PM IST
How to delete and deactivate an Instagram account? Know hereHere is the detailed process of deleting and deactivating an Instagram account on computer and phone.
26 Feb, 2023, 09.29 PM IST
SIM cards not linked to Aadhaar to be deactivated after February next yearAll SIM cards have to be verified with Aadhaar by February of next year, with all unlinked phones to be deactivated after that date.
10 Sep, 2017, 02.35 PM IST
Now get mobile data deactivated by a call or SMS to 1925The new amendment issued directs telecom operators not to charge subscribers for usage beyond subscribed limit without their explicit conse...
07 Aug, 2015, 06.04 PM IST
Five ways to reduce gadget addictionIn addition to depriving one of sleep and disrupting the body clock, addiction to smartphones and gadgets can rob one of much-needed privat...
16 Dec, 2014, 06.41 AM IST
Trai recommendations on deactivating SIMs of unused nos by MarchTrai today said it expects to finalise the recommendations for deactivating services of inactive mobile phone connections by March.
14 Jan, 2013, 05.25 PM IST
Telcos could charge prepaid users for inactive connections, may offer 'safe custody' facility to keep numbersFaced with a severe scarcity of 10-digit numbers, telecos may charge prepaid subscribers if they want to keep their connections inactive fo...
01 Jan, 2013, 10.20 AM IST
Trai moves to check arbitrary disconnection of SIMsTrai has said that telecom subscribers at various forums have represented that their mobile connections were being disconnected arbitrarily...
02 Dec, 2012, 12.13 PM IST
- Is your phone deactivated? Check your bank account
The cops are investigating cases wherein money was withdrawn from bank accounts after obtaining new SIM cards.
30 Mar, 2011, 10.35 AM IST
- Reports of calls from SIMs after MNP stir concern
The telecom department has detected numerous instances across the country where people are making calls on their officially deactivated SIM...
14 Feb, 2011, 05.47 AM IST
- Trai asks cell cos to speed up verification
Millions of mobile subscribers whose connections were deactivated during the verification drive despite submitting the requisite documents ...
20 Apr, 2007, 01.16 AM IST