DoT

April 3, 2025 1:01 PM

DoT cracks down on spam calls, disconnects 1.75 lakh landline numbers

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has disconnected approximately 1.75 lakh Direct Inward Dialing (DID) and landline telephone numbers found to be engaged in unauthorized promotional and illegal activities. Authorities have observed a surge in spam calls originating from telecom identifiers such as 0731, 079, and 080, often exploiting Primary Rate Interfaces (PRIs), Lease Lines, Internet Lease Lines, Session Initiation Protocol (SIP), and International Private Leased Circuits (IPLC). Ci...

May 14, 2024 4:23 PM

DoT issues advisory to combat fake calls and cybercrime

In a move to combat the growing threat of cybercrime, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued an advisory to mobile users warning them to remain vigilant against fake calls threatening to disconnect their numbers. According to the advisory, the callers often pose as government officials or impersonate foreign numbers, particularly those with +92 codes on WhatsApp. They try to coerce individuals into divulging personal information, potentially leading to financial fraud or identity...

March 29, 2024 11:33 AM

Beware of Fraud Calls: Department of Telecommunications Issues Advisory

In a recent advisory issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), citizens have been warned about fraudulent calls targeting unsuspecting individuals. These calls, purportedly made in the name of the DoT, involve threats of mobile number disconnection or allegations of involvement in illegal activities. The advisory highlights a concerning trend where cyber criminals, posing as government officials, attempt to coerce individuals into divulging personal information. Such information can...