TRAI assures no delays in OTP, banking messages amid new traceability rules
New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has confirmed that there will be no disruptions in the delivery of net banking and Aadhaar OTP messages as the new traceability rules take effect from December 1.
To address the growing issue of cybercrime, TRAI had mandated telecom operators to implement a system to track the origins of bulk messages. Initially introduced on October 1, the deadline for implementing the system was extended from October 31 to November 30 due to technical challenges faced by telecom operators.
Recently, a video circulating on social media claimed that the new system might delay the delivery of essential messages. However, TRAI refuted these claims, stating, "This is factually incorrect. TRAI has mandated the Access Providers to ensure message traceability. It will not delay the delivery of any message."
Telecom operators, including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, have been directed to integrate message traceability into their systems. This initiative is aimed at identifying the source of bulk SMS traffic and curbing fraudulent messaging activities. Once implemented, the system will enable authorities to take action against perpetrators of such schemes.
Despite initial concerns from telecom companies regarding the technical complexities, TRAI has assured that the new system will not disrupt message delivery. In addition, TRAI has introduced measures to combat spam and fraudulent activities, including penalties such as disconnection of telecom resources, blacklisting for up to two years, and restrictions on acquiring new resources during the blacklisting period.
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NCERT developing special module on Operation Sindoor for classes 3 to 12
New Delhi: The National Council for Education Research and Training (NCERT) is reportedly developing two special modules on Operation Sindoor, aimed at familiarising students with India's military capabilities.
“While the first special module on Operation Sindoor will be for students of Classes 3 to 8 and second will be available for Classes 9 to 12. The aim of these modules is to make students aware about India's military power and how Pakistan was defeated once again,” Hindustan Times quotes its source as saying.
Each module will span approximately 8 to 10 pages and will focus on the achievements of the Indian Armed Forces.
These modules are expected to be introduced in the upcoming academic session and will supplement the existing syllabus.
In addition to Operation Sindoor, NCERT is also preparing modules on a range of national achievements and historical events. Upcoming topics include Mission LiFE ('LiFEStyle For Environment'), the horrors of Partition, and India's growing stature in space exploration—from the Chandrayaan and Aditya L1 missions to Subhanshu Shukla’s journey to the International Space Station, HT quoted a source from the education ministry as saying.
Meanwhile, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has written to states, directing them to mandatorily adopt NCERT textbooks for Classes 9 to 12. The board has also “strongly advised” that states use either NCERT or State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) books. Supplementary materials may be used by schools, provided they align with the National Curriculum Framework
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