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After Whats App username row, is Centre planning uniform rules for messaging apps?
2+ hour, 29+ min ago (398+ words) The government is now examining the replies from both Whats App and Telegram to its notices Updated - July 11, 2026 08: 48 AM IST Government claims the feature could increase online fraud, phishing and digital arrest scams The Centre has directed Whats App not…...
As expensive as i Phone 17 Pro Max: Why is BSNL selling a phone at "1. 34 lakh?
22+ hour, 35+ min ago (300+ words) The state-run telecom is now betting on satellite communication instead of mass-market users. Updated - July 10, 2026 12: 28 PM IST The Indian satellite phone market generally ranges from "45, 500 to "2. 5 lakh This move diversifies BSNL's revenue and taps into a niche, high-margin retail segment…...
Whats App username issue: Meta gets a breather on Centre's deadline
4+ day, 15+ min ago (374+ words) Centre directs Whats App to pause its rollout until consultations are completed "to the satisfaction of the Government", but can Meta pull it off before official launch? Updated - July 07, 2026 10: 49 AM IST Centre grants Whats App three more days to respond…...
Pirated films and OTT content: Centre gives Telegram 15-day deadline to act
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (152+ words) Updated - July 04, 2026 01: 12 PM IST The Centre has issued a notice to messaging platform Telegram, directing it to crack down on the widespread circulation of pirated films and OTT content and submit a compliance report within 15 days. The Ministry of Information…...
Telegram, Signal under govt radar after Whats App over 'username' feature; IT ministry sends notice
1+ week, 1+ day ago (393+ words) Updated - July 02, 2026 10: 25 PM IST The IT ministry asked both Telgram and Signal how they are addressing the concerns regarding fraud and impersonation Earlier, the Centre had directed Meta to pause the new Whats App feature until the government is satisfied…...
Govt orders Meta to hold Whats App's username feature launch, seeks reply in 3 days: 'Cannot go ahead unless. .."
1+ week, 2+ day ago (428+ words) Meta now has three days to provide a detailed explanation of Whats App's new privacy feature that has sparked comparisons with Telegram Updated - July 01, 2026 09: 33 PM IST India directs Meta to pause Whats App username feature launch immediately Govt demands detailed…...
Why is govt concerned about Whats App's new Telegram-like username feature? 'Platforms must ensure. .."
1+ week, 2+ day ago (404+ words) Though Whats App has said that its new Telegram-like username feature was being planned to give users greater privacy, the Centre has expressed some concerns Updated - July 01, 2026 06: 37 PM IST Whats App plans to introduce unique usernames to protect phone number…...
Soon, you can chat on Whats App without sharing your phone number
1+ week, 4+ day ago (345+ words) While the feature will be introduced gradually later this year, users can begin reserving their preferred usernames starting this week Updated - June 30, 2026 08: 23 AM IST Creators, small businesses and organisations will have the option to claim the same username they already…...
Netflix announces new update: Why users are concerned
1+ week, 4+ day ago (286+ words) Netflix account sharing has undergone a significant update, now requiring each profile to have its own distinct email login credentials, a rule that went into effect on June 15, 2026 Updated - June 29, 2026 05: 20 PM IST Netflix now requires each individual profile on a…...
Xiaomi 17 T review: Compelling camera-centric smartphone that balances premium features with more accessible price
2+ week, 3+ day ago (258+ words) This device aims to bridge the gap for users seeking premium camera capabilities without the absolute top-tier flagship cost Updated - June 24, 2026 02: 41 PM IST Priced at "59, 999, the 17 T has a 6. 59-inch full HD+ (2756x1268) AMOLED display with support for up to 120 Hz…...