The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has set new rules to curb online fraud and scams by ensuring traceability of commercial messages and OTPs. These measures, initially set to be implemented by October 1, 2024, will now take effect from December 1, 2024, following requests from telecom providers like Jio, Airtel, VI, and BSNL. However, these changes could lead to delays in receiving OTPs for users.

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• TRAI’s new rules require telecom operators to ensure traceability of OTPs and commercial messages to combat online fraud and scams.
• The implementation date for these rules has been moved to December 1, 2024, after requests from telecom operators.
• The new measures may cause delays in receiving OTPs from December 1.
• The rules aim to address scams related to fake OTPs, which lead to significant financial losses.
• TRAI had initially set the deadline for October 1, 2024, but extended it to November 1 and then to December 1.
• From January 1, 2025, new regulations will accelerate the rollout of 5G infrastructure in India.
• The new RoW (Right of Way) rules will standardize infrastructure deployment costs across the country.The previous state-specific charges for infrastructure deployment will be replaced with a unified, nationwide approach.
• These regulations are expected to streamline infrastructure development, helping speed up the 5G rollout.
• Telecom providers like Jio, Airtel, Vi, and BSNL are required to comply with these measures starting December 1.