A news report by Reuters has claimed that India is planning new security testing for smartphones and also bringing about a crackdown on pre-installed apps. However, it must be noted that the report is fake and misleading. According to a fact check by PIB, the ongoing consultation on mobile security guidelines has been misrepresented. The same was also explained by Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar who said that there are no plans for security testing for smartphones or a crackdown on pre-installed applications. Modi Government Offering Free Recharge Under 'Free Mobile Recharge Scheme'? PIB Fact Check Debunks Fake Message Going Viral on WhatsApp.

This Report Is Misleading

There Are No Plans for Security Testing

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