News for 'SIM'

Delhi couple held for ISI spy network, supplying Indian SIMs to Pak

Delhi couple held for ISI spy network, supplying Indian SIMs to Pak

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled an alleged Pakistan ISI-backed espionage module, arresting a couple, Md Sahil and Sameera, for procuring Indian SIM cards and sending them to Pakistan. The couple allegedly recruited individuals for reconnaissance of cantonment areas and facilitated communication for Pakistani handlers through social media.

DoT directs telcos to deny new SIMs to subscribers with nine or more connections

DoT directs telcos to deny new SIMs to subscribers with nine or more connections

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed telecom operators to refuse new mobile connections to individuals who already possess nine or more SIM cards, effective from August 24, 2026.

Mumbai Falcons To Host F1 Sim Racing India Open Trials

Mumbai Falcons To Host F1 Sim Racing India Open Trials

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) is hosting the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026 Time Trials in New Delhi, a talent hunt offering aspiring racers a chance to enter professional motorsport with a significant prize pool and a driver development fund.

How Hyderabad Police Busted A Ghost SIM Card Racket

How Hyderabad Police Busted A Ghost SIM Card Racket

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Hyderabad Police have apprehended 66 individuals linked to a nationwide 'ghost' SIM card network, connected to 76 cybercrime cases involving over Rs 101 crore.

ED probes 5,300 Indian SIMs used in Cambodia-based cyber fraud

ED probes 5,300 Indian SIMs used in Cambodia-based cyber fraud

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating a large-scale cyber fraud operation involving 5,300 Indian SIM cards used from Cambodia by a Malaysian national-led gang, duping people of hundreds of crores. The probe follows raids in Rajasthan and Punjab, identifying 30 bank accounts linked to the fraud.

Retired Army jawan among 2 held for espionage in Assam

Retired Army jawan among 2 held for espionage in Assam

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Assam Police, acting on central agency inputs, arrested two individuals, including a retired army jawan, for allegedly sharing security-related information with Pakistan. The arrests followed an operation by the Special Task Force, which also recovered incriminating evidence. Preliminary investigations suggest the accused were honey-trapped and involved in passing secret information to a Pakistani intelligence operative.

Assam STF Arrests Second Accused In Spy Case

Assam STF Arrests Second Accused In Spy Case

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Police recovered a mobile phone, SIM cards and documents described as incriminating from his possession.

Vivo V80 Brings Zeiss Imaging And 90W Charging

Vivo V80 Brings Zeiss Imaging And 90W Charging

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Vivo V80 brings together a high-resolution AMOLED display, Zeiss-powered cameras and a large 7,200 mAh battery, making it a feature-packed option in the premium smartphone segment.

Trai directs telcos to offer voice-and-SMS-only plans, impacting ARPU

Trai directs telcos to offer voice-and-SMS-only plans, impacting ARPU

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has mandated that service providers offer voice-and-SMS-only tariff plans, without bundled data, with a minimum validity of 30 days or less, aiming to provide more affordable and shorter-duration options for consumers who do not require data.

How LTTS' New AI Lab Is Revolutionising Digital Manufacturing

How LTTS' New AI Lab Is Revolutionising Digital Manufacturing

Rediff.com2 days ago

L&T Technology Services (LTTS) has inaugurated an NVIDIA-powered Engineering Intelligence (EI) lab in Bengaluru, designed to showcase AI-native manufacturing, digital twins, and autonomous systems. The facility offers clients a comprehensive view of the manufacturing journey, from virtual validation to autonomous operations, and plans to expand to the US.

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Major Truck Theft And Dismantling Ring

How Delhi Police Uncovered A Major Truck Theft And Dismantling Ring

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled an inter-state truck theft and dismantling racket, arresting three individuals including the alleged mastermind. The operation led to the recovery of dismantled parts of a stolen truck from a Punjab godown. The investigation involved technical surveillance, CCTV footage, and digital payment tracking, revealing the accused's involvement in multiple truck thefts across Delhi.

Porn videos found on rape convict Prajwal Revanna's phone seized in jail

Porn videos found on rape convict Prajwal Revanna's phone seized in jail

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

A forensic examination of a mobile phone seized from former MP Prajwal Revanna's prison cell revealed numerous explicit videos, while a pen drive contained movies and web series. Revanna, who was found using a smartphone in prison, denied ownership of the device and downloading explicit content, despite call logs showing unauthorised communication. Five individuals have been arrested for allegedly smuggling the phone and SIM card into the Parappana Agrahara Central Prison.

Key Suspects In Shiv Sena Leader Murder Remanded To Police Custody

Key Suspects In Shiv Sena Leader Murder Remanded To Police Custody

Rediff.com2 days ago

A Thane court has extended the police custody of Subhash Shinde, the first arrested accused in the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar, and sent two recently apprehended suspects from Uttar Pradesh, Santosh Kanojia and Amit Singh, to seven-day police remand. The Special Investigation Team is probing the funding for the suspects' stay in UP and the broader conspiracy behind the "calculated and meticulously planned" September 29 murder.

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

A frozen phone screen, a fake customer-care call, a screen-sharing request or even a duplicate SIM can give cybercriminals a route into your bank account.

Formula 1 India return gets Lando Norris backing

Formula 1 India return gets Lando Norris backing

Rediff.com6 days ago

World champion Lando Norris says he would love to race in India as the government pushes to bring Formula 1 back to the country after a 13-year absence.

World Champion Lando Norris Eager To Race In India Amid F1 Revival Push

World Champion Lando Norris Eager To Race In India Amid F1 Revival Push

Rediff.com6 days ago

Reigning world champion Lando Norris has expressed a strong desire to race in India, acknowledging the country's massive Formula 1 fan base. This comes as the Indian government and Adani Group are exploring options to bring F1 back to the Buddh Circuit, despite significant financial and logistical hurdles. Norris, who has a close friend in Indian driver Jehan Daruvala, believes racing in India would be great for the sport.

Decoy Operation Exposes Gym Operator's Blackmail Scheme

Decoy Operation Exposes Gym Operator's Blackmail Scheme

Rediff.com6 days ago

A gym operator in Surendranagar, Gujarat, has been arrested for allegedly blackmailing and extorting young women by falsely claiming to have their private photos from hidden cameras. Police conducted a decoy operation with female officers joining the gym to gather evidence before his arrest.

How female Pak spies honey-trap Indian Navy personnel for ship, sub secrets

How female Pak spies honey-trap Indian Navy personnel for ship, sub secrets

Rediff.com7 days ago

Andhra Pradesh police have revealed that female Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) are actively targeting Indian defence personnel through social media, honey traps, and financial inducements to extract sensitive information. Under "Operation Firewall-2026," two individuals, including a naval staffer, were arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan, with 13 naval personnel among 18 suspects involved in the espionage conspiracy.

Kanpur Murder: New Evidence Puts Son Subrat Under Police Scrutiny

Kanpur Murder: New Evidence Puts Son Subrat Under Police Scrutiny

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The investigation into the murder of pharmaceutical trader Vineet Manocha has intensified, with his son Subrat now under police scrutiny. New evidence reveals that the alleged shooter made multiple calls to Subrat from a newly purchased SIM card. While Subrat's wife Shalu and two others are already arrested, police are examining call detail records and financial affairs to uncover Subrat's potential involvement in the conspiracy.

OnePlus 13s Gets A New 16 GB RAM Variant At Rs 68,999

OnePlus 13s Gets A New 16 GB RAM Variant At Rs 68,999

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

OnePlus has expanded the 13s range with a new 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage configuration.

Terror handlers turn to porn sites to evade surveillance in J-K

Terror handlers turn to porn sites to evade surveillance in J-K

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Security agencies have uncovered a new operational tactic by terror groups and Pakistan's ISI, who are now using pornography websites and niche encrypted applications to communicate secretly and recruit in Jammu and Kashmir. These platforms, including Tor-based apps and privacy-focused messengers, help them evade surveillance, posing significant challenges for intelligence efforts.

Samsung Galaxy A07s Has A 50 MP Camera, 5,000 mAh Battery

Samsung Galaxy A07s Has A 50 MP Camera, 5,000 mAh Battery

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Samsung has expanded its budget smartphone line-up with the launch of the Galaxy A07s in select global markets. Available through the company's website, the new handset comes in three colour choices and two RAM and storage variants, bringing a fresh option to the affordable smartphone segment.

Kanpur Police Arrest Son In Trader Murder Probe

Kanpur Police Arrest Son In Trader Murder Probe

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Police in Kanpur have arrested Subrat Manocha, son of pharmaceutical dealer Vineet Manocha, in connection with his father's murder. The arrest follows allegations by an alleged contract killer, Vishal Gautam, who claimed Subrat hired him for Rs 6 lakh to commit the crime. Investigators are verifying evidence, including call records, as Subrat denies the charges.

Kolkata Police Uncovers SIM Box Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

Kolkata Police Uncovers SIM Box Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Kolkata Police have dismantled a cyber fraud network operating illegal 'SIM box devices' to impersonate law enforcement officials, leading to the arrest of two individuals and the recovery of crucial equipment.

Delhi Police Dismantles International Cyber Fraud Ring Using SIM Box Technology

Delhi Police Dismantles International Cyber Fraud Ring Using SIM Box Technology

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a major international cyber fraud syndicate using illegal 'SIM Box' technology to defraud people through digital arrest scams and fake investment schemes. Two individuals have been arrested, and the investigation revealed links to handlers in Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries.

Directors of Meerut Firm Arrested Over Cyber Fraud SIM Card Scheme

Directors of Meerut Firm Arrested Over Cyber Fraud SIM Card Scheme

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The CBI has arrested two directors of a Meerut-based company allegedly involved in a cyber fraud scheme using bulk SIM cards and SIM Box technology.

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Indian SIM Cards Used to Defraud Citizens

Cyber Fraud Syndicate Busted: Indian SIM Cards Used to Defraud Citizens

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) arrested five individuals for supplying over 600 Indian SIM cards to a cyber fraud syndicate operating from Cambodia, which defrauded Indian citizens of crores of rupees.

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Govt Extends SIM-Binding Deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram Till Dec 31

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Indian government has extended the deadline for implementing SIM-binding rules for mobile messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to December 31, following requests from the industry. The Department of Telecom has also relaxed the mandatory six-hour log-out rule for web versions of these apps.

Fake airline job racket busted in Delhi, 6 arrested

Fake airline job racket busted in Delhi, 6 arrested

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Six individuals, including the alleged mastermind and a website developer, have been arrested for operating a sophisticated fake airline job racket. The fraudsters used social media ads and fake websites to solicit fees for aviation diplomas, promising jobs at Indira Gandhi International Airport, and duped numerous job seekers before being caught.

IIT grad, bank manager among 6 held for 'digital arrest' scam

IIT grad, bank manager among 6 held for 'digital arrest' scam

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Mumbai Cyber Police have apprehended six individuals, including an IIT graduate and a bank manager, for allegedly defrauding a senior citizen of Rs 1.12 crore through a "digital arrest" scam. The victim was coerced into transferring funds after being threatened with family arrest by impersonators.

New 'boss' scam to dupe corporate employees busted

New 'boss' scam to dupe corporate employees busted

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch has uncovered a Rs 1.5 crore WhatsApp fraud, leading to the arrest of two key SIM and OTP suppliers in West Bengal. The investigation revealed a sophisticated international cybercrime network spanning China, Pakistan, India, and Hong Kong, operating a "boss scam" and utilizing a "Cybercrime as a Service" model. Police recovered a significant portion of the defrauded amount and secured thousands of devices.

No Extension For WhatsApp SIM Linking

No Extension For WhatsApp SIM Linking

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

'On national security issues, there can be no compromise.'

Dubai fund transfers: Fresh ED claims against Vijayan's daughter in CMRL case

Dubai fund transfers: Fresh ED claims against Vijayan's daughter in CMRL case

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has seized handwritten notes and digital evidence during searches related to former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter, Veena T. The agency alleges these notes detail fund transfers to Dubai and amounts handled beyond her known income, linking her to a money laundering probe involving Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) and her defunct company, Exalogic Solutions. Political leaders have condemned the probe as a vendetta.

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) has named Shreyas Iyer as the brand ambassador for its Formula 1 programme in India.

Delhi octogenarian's stolen phone cracks interstate cyber-fraud gang; 9 held

Delhi octogenarian's stolen phone cracks interstate cyber-fraud gang; 9 held

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

A stolen mobile phone belonging to an 88-year-old man has helped the Delhi police unearth an interstate cyber-fraud syndicate allegedly operating through a three-stage network spread across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, an officer said on Monday.

Bengal STF nabs 3 in Cooch Behar over spying for ISI ahead of I-Day

Bengal STF nabs 3 in Cooch Behar over spying for ISI ahead of I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

West Bengal's Special Task Force has arrested three individuals in Cooch Behar for alleged involvement in espionage activities linked to Pakistan's ISI. The trio is suspected of smuggling Indian SIM cards to Pakistan via Bangladesh and producing counterfeit currency. These arrests follow a series of apprehensions in Bengal related to suspected terror links, including a Pakistani national believed to be a spy.

How a Telecom Agent in Dewas Used One Photo to Issue 84 SIM Cards

How a Telecom Agent in Dewas Used One Photo to Issue 84 SIM Cards

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A telecom agent in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly issuing 84 SIM cards to different individuals using a single photograph, raising concerns about identity fraud and security.

Commonwealth Champion Bids Farewell To Her Guns

Commonwealth Champion Bids Farewell To Her Guns

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Arjuna Awardee Roopa Unnikrishnan gives away the rifles that shaped her brilliant shooting career, hoping they will inspire a new generation of Indian shooters.

10 Movies With SECRET Connections

10 Movies With SECRET Connections

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

From unexpected cameos to sneaky Easter eggs, these Hindi films have quietly created some wonderfully weird cinematic universes of their own.

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Reliance Jio's reintroduction of Jio Prime membership with a price lock until September 2027 and the retention of its entry-level daily unlimited data plan at ~299 rupees are seen by industry analysts as strong indicators of imminent tariff hikes across the Indian telecom sector.