Sanchar Saathi App: Since its launch on January 17 this year, the Sanchar Saathi mobile app has seen more than 1.4 crore downloads, and have successfully blocked over 42 lakh stolen or lost mobile devices, official data showed on Tuesday. While 26 lakh lost/stolen mobile phones were traced, 7.23 lakh have successfully been returned with the help of Sanchar Saathi app which is a fully voluntary, user-driven platform and privacy-first app and activates only with user consent. Sanchar Saathi app puts citizens first and protects their privacy at every step. It works only with user’s consent and gives full control over its activation and use, according to the data. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source It activates only after user chooses to register and the user may activate, deactivate, or delete it any time. The app has been designed to strengthen India’s cybersecurity without compromising privacy. Rising cyber threats have made safeguarding mobile users a pressing national concern. According to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), cybercrime incidents surged from 15,92,917 in 2023 to 20,41,360 in 2024. Digital Arrest Scams and related cybercrimes reported on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal alone totalled 1,23,672 in 2024, with 17,718 cases already reported by February 2025. In response to these escalating threats, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) introduced the Sanchar Saathi mobile app — a citizen-centric tool that brings robust security features and fraud-reporting capabilities directly to users’ smartphones. The app complements the existing Sanchar Saathi portal by providing convenient, on-the-go protection against identity theft, forged KYC, device theft, banking fraud, and other cyber risks. To strengthen the initiative, the Department of Telecommunications has issued directions, mandating mobile manufacturers and importers to facilitate the availability and accessibility of the Sanchar Saathi app on devices for users in India. By empowering citizens with easy-to-use tools and real-time access to vital security features, the Sanchar Saathi mobile app represents a timely and effective response to India’s growing cybercrime challenges. The application is available in Hindi and 21 other regional languages, making it inclusive and accessible across the country. Sanchar Saathi prioritises user privacy and collects only the minimum personal information necessary to provide services.

OPPO A6x 5G Price In India: Chinese smartphone maker OPPO has launched its budget-friendly OPPO A6x 5G smartphone in India. The newly launched device is the successor to the A5x 5G, which was introduced earlier this year. The OPPO A6x 5G runs on ColorOS 15, offering several new features designed to enhance the overall user experience, including the Luminous Rendering Engine. The OPPO A6x 5G comes in two elegant colour options, Ice Blue and Olive Green, giving users a stylish and refreshing look. It is available in three storage variants to suit different usage needs: 4GB RAM with 64GB storage, 4GB RAM with 128GB storage, and 6GB RAM with 128GB storage, providing a smoother performance and more space for apps and media. OPPO A6x 5G Specifications Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The smartphone sports a 6.75-inch LCD display with an HD+ resolution of 720×1,570 pixels, offering up to a 120Hz refresh rate, 256ppi pixel density, up to a 240Hz touch sampling rate, and peak brightness of up to 1,125 nits. The device is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset paired with an ARM Mali-G57 MC2 GPU for smooth performance. The smartphone houses a large 6,500mAh battery that supports 45W wired SuperVOOC fast charging. On the photography front, the OPPO A6x 5G features a 13-megapixel primary rear camera with a 77-degree field of view and autofocus. For selfies and video chats, there is 5-megapixel shooter at the front, offering the same 77-degree field of view for selfies and video calls. On the connectivity front, the smartphone options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The handset measures 166.6×78.5×8.6mm and weighs around 212 grams. (Also Read: Vivo X300 Pro, Vivo X300 Launched In India With MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Chipset; Check Camera, Display, Battery Price, Sale And Other Specs) OPPO A6x 5G Price In India And Availability The OPPO A6x 5G comes in three variants which include the 4GB RAM with 64GB storage priced at Rs 12,499, 4GB RAM with 128GB storage priced at Rs 13,499, and 6GB RAM with 128GB storage priced at Rs 14,999. Consumers can purchase the smartphone across major online platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, and the OPPO Store, as well as mainline retail outlets. Customers can also avail a three-month no-cost EMI option on select bank cards. 

OnePlus 15R Price In India: Chinese smartphone brand OnePlus is set to launch its next budget flagship, the OnePlus 15R, in the Indian market. The company has announced that the OnePlus 15R will make its official debut on December 17. Meanwhile, the brand has published the first visuals of the device on its website, showcasing a clean, flat-edged design that closely aligns with the premium OnePlus 15 series. The OnePlus 15R will come in a classic Black and a fresh Green finish colour options. Adding further, the OnePlus 15R smartphone is expected to include the customizable Plus key seen on recent OnePlus phones. Certification details from China suggest it may come with an IP68 rating, and possibly even IP69 water and dust protection. OnePlus 15R Specifications (Expected) Add Zee News as a Preferred Source If the OnePlus 15R mirrors the OnePlus Ace 6 specs, the smartphone is expected to feature a large 6.83-inch flat AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution, a smooth 165Hz refresh rate, and an impressive 5,000-nit peak brightness. The device may powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage.  For photography, the phone may offer a 50MP OIS-enabled main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 16MP front camera. The phone is likely to run ColorOS 16 based on Android 16. It is packed by a massive 7,800mAh battery with 120W SuperVOOC fast charging. It is also said to come with IP66/68/69/69K dust and water protection. (Also Read: iQOO 15 With 7,000mAh Battery And Triple-Camera Setup Goes on Sale in India: Check Display, Price, Availability, And Bank Discount) OnePlus 15R Price (Expected) If the OnePlus 15R follows the pricing of the OnePlus Ace 6 in China, it may adopt a similar structure. The Ace 6 starts at CNY 2599 (approximately Rs 32,300) for the 12GB 256GB variant. The other configurations, 16GB 256GB, 12GB 512GB, and 16GB 512GB, are priced at CNY 2899 (about Rs 36,000), CNY 3099 (Rs 38,800), and CNY 3399 (about 42,200 rupees) respectively.  

New Delhi: The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) on Monday welcomed the Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) directive mandating Subscriber Identity Module (SIM)-binding for devices for app-based communication services, saying the move will bolster national security and curb cyber fraud. “Continuous linkage ensures complete accountability and traceability for any activity undertaken by the SIM card and its associated communication app, thereby closing long-persistent gaps that have enabled anonymity and misuse,” said Lt. Gen. Dr. S.P. Kochhar, Director General, COAI. This is a much-needed initiative in ensuring consumer trust, accountability, traceability and further alignment with evolving regulatory frameworks, the release said. The association also called on the DoT to engage the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to mandate SMS one‑time passwords (OTP) as the primary authentication factor for all financial transactions. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “SMS OTP continues to remain the most secure, operator verified channel with guaranteed traceability. Strengthening this requirement will create a consistent and secure authentication framework across the financial ecosystem, further reducing the risk of fraud and reinforcing consumer trust,” the statement said. App based communication services must remain continuously linked to the SIM card, which is associated with the mobile number used for identification of customers/users or for provisioning or delivery of services. The directive mandated that the user’s subscriber identity module (SIM) used at registration must be bound to the services of web-based platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Arattai, Snapchat, Sharechat, and others. As the service must remain tied to the SIM in the phone, WhatsApp Web and similar web platforms are forced to log users out every six hours once the rule is implemented. Each web-based platform must submit a compliance report within four months. The change will disrupt the seamless multi‑device experience many gained by keeping WhatsApp Web running throughout the workday.

Elon Musk On ‘WTF’ Podcast: A new teaser of Elon Musk’s appearance on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath’s “WTF is” podcast has sparked fresh excitement online, with Kamath releasing a second black-and-white clip that blends humour with deeper reflections from the Tesla and SpaceX chief. The video, posted on X, opens with a light moment as Kamath comments on Musk’s physique, saying he looks “bigger and bulkier” than expected. Musk laughs it off before the conversation shifts to his long-running fascination with the letter ‘X’. When Kamath asks why he likes the letter so much, Musk responds jokingly, “Sometimes I wonder what’s wrong with me.” The teaser then takes a pop-culture turn when Kamath asks which character from “The Matrix” Musk would want to be. Musk replies, “Hopefully not Agent Smith? He’s my hero,” keeping the tone playful. Kamath shared the clip with the caption, “Here’s to delaying gratification. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “Here’s to delaying gratification. The future belongs to the patient,” hinting at the theme of the full conversation while offering few concrete details beyond its “coming soon” promise. The future belongs to the patient,” hinting at the broader themes of perseverance and long-term thinking that may feature in the full conversation. This comes just a day after Kamath released the first teaser, a 39-second silent clip showing him and Musk sitting together in what appears to be an industrial setting. The two sip coffee and exchange smiles without any dialogue, while a SpaceX logo on Kamath’s mug prompted speculation about the topics and setting of the full episode. List Of Guest On Nikhil Kamath’s Podcast Kamath’s podcast has gained global recognition, attracting prominent figures from technology, business, and politics. Notable guests have included Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, investor Vinod Khosla, and Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas, highlighting its growing influence and reach worldwide. 

Mobile Restart Android And Laptop: In today’s digital world, our smartphones, laptops, and PCs run many apps, background tasks, and constant software updates. With so much happening, we often forget one of the easiest ways to keep our devices healthy: restarting them. Whether you use your phone for work or your laptop or PC for study, gaming, or entertainment, a quick restart can make a big difference. Let’s take a closer look at why restarting your device is more useful than you may realize. Clears Memory And Speeds Up When you restart your device, it clears memory, temporary files, and all apps running in the background that quietly use resources. This refreshes the system, reduces lag, makes apps open faster, improves multitasking, and helps your phone or laptop feel almost like new. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Improves Battery Life And Reduces Heating Background apps that keep running can drain your battery and make your device hot. Restarting your phone or laptop stops these hidden tasks, reduces the load on the processor, improves battery life, and helps it stay cooler during heavy use. Fixes Common Glitches And Connectivity Issues Many common issues like Wi Fi not connecting, Bluetooth problems, slow internet, or apps crashing can be fixed with a simple restart. Rebooting refreshes system and network services, giving your device a clean start and clearing minor glitches. Enhances Security And Applies Updates Experts and IT teams recommend restarting devices regularly because it can stop certain memory-based cyberattacks and ensures security updates install correctly. On laptops, many operating system and antivirus updates only complete after a restart, keeping your data safer from the latest threats. (Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ Tablet Launched In India With MediaTek MT8775 Processor; Check Camera, Display, Battery, Price And Other Features) How To Restart Your Mobile Phone Step 1: Press and hold the Power button (or Power + Volume Down on some phones) until the power menu appears.​ Step 2: Tap Restart or Reboot and wait for the phone to turn off and turn on again.​ Step 3: If the phone is frozen, hold Power and Volume Down together for 10–20 seconds until it. How To Restart Windows Laptop Or PC Step 1: Save your work and close open apps first.​ Step 2: Click the Start button, select the Power icon, then choose Restart (or Update and Restart if shown).​ Step 3: You can also press Ctrl + Alt + Delete, click the power icon at the bottom right, and choose Restart if the system is lagging. Restart your phone and laptop at least once a week. Regular restart help keep performance smooth, improve battery life, reduce glitches, and maintain system stability, ensuring your devices run efficiently and stay healthy over time. 

New Delhi: The Indian government has announced a new directive that could significantly change how millions use messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, ShareChat, JioChat, Arattai, and Josh. As per reports, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed these platforms to ensure their services cannot be accessed unless the user has an active SIM card in their device. This directive is part of the Telecommunication Cybersecurity Amendment Rules, 2025, which, for the first time, place app-based communication services under regulations similar to telecom operators. Under these rules, apps — now officially called Telecommunication Identifier User Entities (TIUEs) must keep a user’s SIM card linked to the app continuously within a 90-day period. For users who prefer accessing these apps through web browsers, an added security step has been introduced. Platforms will now need to automatically log users out every six hours, requiring them to sign in again using a QR code. The DoT says this system will make it harder for criminals to misuse these services remotely, as every session must be tied to an active and verified SIM, as per the reports. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Officials say the rule aims to close a major gap in how communication apps verify users. At present, most apps only verify a mobile number once — during installation. After that, the app continues working even if the SIM is removed or becomes inactive. According to reports, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) highlighted that this behaviour allows apps to function independently of SIM cards, which creates opportunities for misuse. Cybercriminals, including those operating from outside India, are known to exploit this loophole. Even after changing or deactivating SIM cards, they can continue using these apps, making it extremely difficult for authorities to trace fraud through call records, location logs, or telecom data. The COAI said that making SIM binding mandatory would keep a reliable link between the user, the number, and the device, which could help reduce spam, fraud calls, and financial scams. Similar security checks already exist in other sectors. Banking and UPI apps require strict SIM verification to prevent unauthorised access, while SEBI has proposed linking SIM cards to trading accounts and using facial recognition for added security. Experts, however, are divided on the issue. Some cybersecurity professionals told MediaNama that the move may have limited impact, as scammers can still use forged or borrowed IDs to get new SIM cards. On the other hand, telecom industry representatives argue that mobile numbers remain India’s strongest digital identity and believe the new rules could strengthen cybersecurity and accountability.

New Delhi: The total number of broadband subscribers increased from 995.63 million at the end of September to 999.81 million at the end of October, with a monthly growth rate of 0.42 per cent, official data showed on Friday. The private access service providers held 92.08 per cent of the market share in terms of wireless (mobile) subscribers. In the month of October, 15.05 million subscribers submitted their requests for Mobile Number Portability (MNP). The Number of active wireless (mobile) subscribers (on the date of peak VLR) in October was 1,094.28 million, according to the Ministry of Communications. The number of wireline subscribers increased from 46.61 million at the end of September to 46.75 million at the end of October. The net increase in the wireline subscriber base was 0.14 million with a monthly growth rate of 0.30 per cent. The overall wireline tele-density in India slightly increased from 3.287 per cent at the end of September to 3.294 per cent at the end of October. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Urban and rural wireline tele-density were 8.16 per cent and 0.55 per cent, respectively, as on October 31. The share of urban subscribers, and rural subscribers in total wireline subscribers were 89.36 per cent and 10.64 per cent, respectively, at the end of October. PSU access service providers — BSNL, MTNL, and APSFL together held 20.22 per cent of the wireline market share as on October 31, the data showed. The number of wireless (Mobile + Fixed Wireless Access) subscribers increased from 1,182.32 million at the end of September 2025 to 1,184.62 million at the end of October 2025, thereby registering a monthly growth rate of 0.19 per cent. Total wireless subscription in urban areas increased from 647.47 million on September 30 to 647.82 million on October 31. The subscription in rural areas also increased from 534.85 million to 536.80 million during the same period.

Nothing OS 4.0 Update: Nothing has started rolling out the NothingOS 4.0 update, its latest custom skin based on Android 16, for three of its smartphones which includes the Nothing Phone 2, Nothing Phone 2a, and Nothing Phone 2a Plus. The new software brings UI changes, new creative tools and privacy upgrades, along with device-specific firmware versions. Notably, the update officially began on 28 November for the Nothing Phone (2), Nothing Phone (2a) and the newly added Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. Nothing OS 4.0 arrives with different build numbers for each model. The Phone (2) receives build number B4.0-251119-1654, while the Phone (2a) gets B4.0-251120-1747. Meanwhile, the Phone (2a) Plus is updated with build number B4.0-251120-1812. NothingOS 4.0 Update: Features Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The new software update introduces several new features and refinements across the system. Users can now hide apps directly from the home screen, and the app drawer has been improved for smoother navigation. The Nothing app icon has been redesigned with a fresh look, adding to the visual refresh. The camera system receives multiple upgrades, including intensity adjustment, stretch-style filters, longer Motion Photo recordings with audio, and new Nothing-branded watermarks and artistic frames for creators. The camera interface itself has also been revamped with an updated UI and better interactions. Adding further, the update enhances the Glyph lights, search bar, and app drawer behaviour, bringing subtle yet noticeable improvements throughout the system. NothingOS 4.0 Update: How To Install Step 1: Open Settings > System > System updates to confirm there are no pending updates on your device. Step 2: Remember that Nothing OS 4.0 is a major update with a download size of about 3–5GB. Step 3: Ensure your phone has enough free storage space to download and install the update smoothly. Step 4: Charge your device to at least 40% before starting the installation to avoid any interruptions.

Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Headphones Price In India: Sennheiser has launched its latest audiophile-grade wireless headphones, the HDB 630, in India. These premium headphones are designed for serious listeners rather than casual users. They offer high-resolution audio, advanced tuning tools, and come with a closed-back design. The HDB 630 features leatherette earpads and a lightweight frame with reduced clamping force, making them more comfortable for long listening sessions. Sennheiser also highlights that the earpads are easily replaceable. The wireless headphones come with a crossfeed feature, which is claimed to make older or hard-panned recordings sound more natural and balanced. Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Headphones: Features Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The device features a 42mm electrodynamic transducer tuned for a neutral sound profile, offering detailed mids, controlled bass, and extended treble. It is built on the Momentum 4 design. The headphones weigh 311g and support Bluetooth 5.2. They also include a detachable 1.2m analogue cable with a 3.5mm plug and a 1.2m USB-C to USB-C cable. For high-resolution listening, the HDB 630 can deliver audio playback up to 24-bit/96kHz via USB-C, analogue input, or even over Bluetooth when used with the included BTD 700 dongle. The headset also offers a crossfade feature designed to make older or hard-panned recordings sound more natural. On the battery front, it delivers up to 60 hours of playback on a full charge and supports fast charging, with a 10-minute top-up providing up to seven hours of use. Sennheiser says the battery has been tested to endure more than 500 charging cycles. Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Headphones Price In India And Availability The wireless headphones are priced at Rs 54,990, but customers can pre-book them for Rs 44,990 with complimentary Accentum Open earbuds worth Rs. 12,990 at no extra cost. Sennheiser will accept pre-bookings in India until December 4 through its official website, Amazon, and select retail stores nationwide. The HDB 630 also comes with a two-year warranty in India.