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TRAI seeks powers to act against call mgmt apps
Published 6 July 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis Telecom regulator Trai is seeking powers under the IT Act to act against call management apps like Truecaller. These platforms are reportedly tagging and
Synopsis Telecom regulator Trai is seeking powers under the IT Act to act against call management apps like Truecaller. These platforms are reportedly tagging and blocking legitimate commercial communication numbers (1400 and 1600) as spam, hindering government initiatives and legitimate businesses. Trai aims to be designated an 'authorised agency' to enforce compliance, with the IT ministry reportedly agreeing to the demand.
Published: July 6, 2026 โข 5:30 AM IST ยท Updated: July 6, 2026 โข 6:06 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis Telecom regulator Trai is seeking powers under the IT Act to act against call management apps like Truecaller.
These platforms are reportedly tagging and blocking legitimate commercial communication numbers (1400 and 1600) as spam, hindering government initiatives and legitimate businesses.
Trai aims to be designated an 'authorised agency' to enforce compliance, with the IT ministry reportedly agreeing to the demand.