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Caller ID to Display Official Name Mandatory to Curb Cyber Fraud: Centre
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The central government has issued a significant directive making it mandatory for the official name of callers from unknown numbers to be displayed on mobile screens, aimed at preventing cyber fraud.
In a significant move to combat cyber fraud, the central government has mandated that the official name of callers from unknown mobile numbers will now be compulsorily displayed on mobile screens. This directive is intended to enhance transparency and security for mobile users across the country.
The new regulation requires telecommunication service providers to implement systems that can identify and display the Know Your Customer (KYC) name associated with a mobile number when an incoming call is received. This measure is expected to help users verify the identity of the caller before answering, thereby reducing the risk of falling victim to phishing, impersonation, and other forms of online scams.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy by the government to strengthen cybersecurity and protect citizens from financial and digital crimes. By ensuring that the caller's official identity is visible, authorities aim to deter fraudulent activities and build greater trust in digital communication channels.
The new regulation requires telecommunication service providers to implement systems that can identify and display the Know Your Customer (KYC) name associated with a mobile number when an incoming call is received. This measure is expected to help users verify the identity of the caller before answering, thereby reducing the risk of falling victim to phishing, impersonation, and other forms of online scams.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy by the government to strengthen cybersecurity and protect citizens from financial and digital crimes. By ensuring that the caller's official identity is visible, authorities aim to deter fraudulent activities and build greater trust in digital communication channels.