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3:48 pmIndia condemns ‘heinous’ attack that killed 8 in Jordan church, reaffirms ‘fight against terrorism’
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3:44 pmMIT’s paper-thin robot swims with power from living cells
3:42 pmPriti Adani Calls For Closer Industry-Academia Ties To Build India's Semiconductor Talent
3:41 pmResidents block road seeking removal of tree in Gobichettipalayam
3:40 pmRay of hope for drought-hit Telangana as low pressure over Bay of Bengal likely to bring heavy rain

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No active SIM, no WhatsApp? How DoT’s 2027 rules could affect users

Reported by Newseisamay 24 Oct 2026, 2:02 am IST 1 min read

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A mobile number once used to register WhatsApp may not be enough on its own. The 2027 SIM-binding rules could make keeping that SIM active essential.

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Section: India
First reported by: Newseisamay
Reporter: sarwesh sri bardhan
Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026, 2:02 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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