No immediate regulatory intervention for communication services like Whatsapp, Google Duo, says TRAI
OTT services refer to applications and services that are accessible over the internet and ride on an operator's network.
Sep 15, 2020, 10:36 AM IST
TRAI begins consultation on regulatory regime for OTT services
OTT services refer to applications and services that are accessible over the Internet and ride on an operator's network.
Nov 12, 2018, 16:19 PM IST
Afghanistan moves to block WhatsApp, Telegram messaging services
Use of social media and mobile instant messaging services has exploded in Afghanistan over recent years. Social media users and civil rights groups reacted with outrage to initial reports of the move and the letter sent by telecoms regulator ATRA was widely shared on social media.
Nov 04, 2017, 15:29 PM IST
WhatsApp, Messenger may still put user information at risk
A new research has highlighted the importance of what is called an `authentication ceremony` to help mitigate the risk.
Aug 11, 2017, 16:49 PM IST
Pakistan may block Facebook by 2018 if it does not toe line on ''blasphemers''
Facebook has rejected Pakistan`s demand that new accounts be linked to a mobile phone number, a provision that would make it easier for the government to identify account holders.
Jul 29, 2017, 08:52 AM IST
WhatsApp, Viber pose security threat, should be banned: PIL filed in SC
A Haryana-based RTI activist has filed a PIL demanding a ban on social messaging Apps like WhatsApp and Viber as they pose a major threat to national security.
Jun 24, 2016, 09:16 AM IST
WhatsApp will soon allow users to enjoy animated GIFs
The most popular instant messaging app 'WhatsApp' will soon allow its users to integrate animated GIFs into chats.
Jun 09, 2016, 13:57 PM IST
Security agencies unable to decrypt some info on WhatsApp
Indian security agencies are unable to decrypt some of the communication on platforms like WhatsApp to readable formats for various reasons such as technical as well as legal and regulatory policy, Parliament was informed on Friday.
Apr 29, 2016, 18:36 PM IST
After WhatsApp, Viber to encrypt user conversations
Following the footsteps of larger rival WhatsApp, instant messaging app Viber will encrypt user messages to protect texts and calls on its platform from "interception".
Apr 19, 2016, 22:43 PM IST
After WhatsApp, Viber to encrypt user conversations
Following the footsteps of larger rival WhatsApp, instant messaging app Viber will encrypt user messages to protect texts and calls on its platform from "interception".
Apr 19, 2016, 22:34 PM IST
Viber releases update with improved call UI and stickers on android, iOS
Messaging app Viber has released an upgrade on its Android and iOS apps that brings new features to the app.
Aug 06, 2015, 11:18 AM IST
Viber releases latest update: Key things you want to know
Viber has released its latest update (v5.5) for Android and iOS users, with a number of improvements designed to make sharing within the app more intuitive and fun.
Aug 04, 2015, 14:03 PM IST
Now, dictate messages on WhatsApp, Viber, WeChat with Google Now
Google plans to add more support for apps and languages in the future.
Jul 29, 2015, 16:17 PM IST
Regulate all messaging, voice call apps: Assocham
Welcoming the proposal to regulate domestic Internet call services provided by apps like WhatsApp and Viber, industry body Assocham has said that the government should expand the scope of regulation to all kind of communication services offered by over the top players.
Jul 19, 2015, 17:21 PM IST
Now, you may have to pay for local Skype, WhatsApp, Viber calls
A DoT panel has proposed regulation on Internet-based apps like Skype, Whatsapp and Viber by putting them on par with services offered by telecom operators.
Jul 17, 2015, 11:14 AM IST
Viber makes it count, India users top 40 million
Over the last one year, Viber has shown consistent growth in its user base in India, he added.
Apr 22, 2015, 19:13 PM IST
Net neutrality: DoT forms panel to examine impact on telcos
The Department of Telecom has formed a panel to examine economic impact of implementation of net-neutrality principle on the sector, following some operators bid to charge extra for voice call services like Skype and Viber.
Jan 23, 2015, 20:32 PM IST
Airtel drops plans to charge extra for VoIP calls
Buckling under pressure, leading telecom player Bharti Airtel has dropped its plans to charge extra for internet voice calls or VoIP service available through apps like Skype and Viber.
Dec 29, 2014, 11:19 AM IST
Airtel to charge extra for VoIP calls: How it will impact customers
Based on standard rates, usage of each GB of data for VoIP on 3G network will cost about Rs 4,000 and while the same on 2G netwrok will cost about Rs 10,000.
Dec 27, 2014, 17:03 PM IST
