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No More Unknown Callers, Govt Working On Its Own 'Truecaller-like' Framework: Report
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India is working on a new framework that would essentially flash the caller’s name on the recipient’s phone screen. According to news agency PTI quoting a ‘top official’, Trai will soon start consultation on framing a mechanism for the caller’s KYC-based name to flash on phone screens. ‘Experts’ told Trai that a KYC-based caller identification mechanism would safeguard users against rising instances of spam calls and fraud. Sony WF-C500 Review: Mid-Budget TWS Earbuds That Won’t Disappoint Meanwhile, in an email statement, the caller identification app Truecaller’s spokesperson said: “We welcome any and all actions in the mission to make communication safe and efficient.






















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