India govt guidelines: WhatsApp, Telegram to require SIM cards from Jan 1

Reportedly, from January 1 messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram will not work without a SIM card, per government guidelines aimed at curbing cross-border cyber fraud and phishing. Only one item was available, so details are limited.

Timeline

1. 22 Oct, 21:06 UTCTimes of India reports SIM requirement for messaging apps

Top sources

• From Jan 1, WhatsApp, Telegram won’t work without SIM cards, govt issues guidelinesTimes of India