• UGI USER
  • May 11, 2024
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TELECOM DEPT. INSTRUCTS BLOCKING 28,200 PHONES INVOLVED IN CYBERCRIMES

Why in the news?

Telecom Dept. orders blocking of 28,200 phones linked to cybercrimes, re-verifying 20 lakh connections, aims to curb digital threats.

source:scribd

About the Action of Telecom Department’s Action:

  • The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) instructed telecom operators to block over 28,000 mobile phones across India due to their involvement in cybercrimes.
  • Additionally, they directed the reverification of 20 lakh mobile connections associated with these phones.
  • This action aims to combat cybercrime and financial fraud by dismantling fraudster networks and safeguarding citizens from digital threats.
About  the Department of Telecom (DoT) :

  • In 1985, the Department of Telecom (DoT) became separate from the Indian Post & Telecommunication Department.
  • It manages frequency and radio communication in coordination with international bodies.
  • DoT enforces wireless regulations by monitoring transmissions.
  • Under the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, it oversees telegraphs, telephones, wireless, data, and telematic services.
  • DNS over TLS (DoT) and DNS over HTTPS (DoH) ensure secure and encrypted DNS requests over