⚡SIM-Binding Becomes Mandatory From Today, March 1; What It Is and How It Works

As of March 1, India’s new SIM-binding rule requires messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to verify that a registered SIM is active in the device. This measure aims to curb cyber fraud by disabling accounts if the SIM is removed and enforcing a six-hour auto-logout for web versions, ensuring every account is tied to a verified ID.