By identifying the source of messages, telecom providers can block malicious communications, protecting users from scams. However, failing to meet this deadline could result in widespread delays or even blockages of OTPs,

However, the regulatory body has issued an update clarifying that there will be no delay in the delivery of OTPs for essential services from Dec. 1. Earlier it was anticipated that non-compliance with the guidelines could disrupt the one-time passwords (OTPs) based on transactions for telecom giants,

Smartphone users in India could face issues in receiving OTPs (One Time Passwords) and telecom operators in the country, which includes Reliance's Jio, Bharti's Airtel and Vodafone Idea, race to meet the deadline set by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has clarified that its new message traceability guidelines, effective December 1, will not disrupt OTP-based transactions for essential services such as banking,

TRAI has clarified the delay in receiving OTP messages. The telecom regulator stated that Jio, Airtel, BSNL, and Vodafone Idea users should remain worry-free. They will not face any issues starting December 1.

TRAI’s new traceability rules mandate to track the origin of commercial messages and OTPs in order to restrict fraud, spams and phishing.

TRAI clarifies that its new mandate on message traceability for curbing spam will not cause delays in OTPs or other messages. The regulator assures subscribers that there will be no disruption in banking,

Starting December 1, 2024, India will implement key regulatory changes, including new measures by TRAI to improve message traceability and curb scams involving commercial messages and OTPs. Telecom giants like Jio,

TRAI reassures the public that Net Banking and Aadhaar OTP messages will be delivered on time starting December 1, despite misinformation. New regulations aim to improve message traceability, combating cybercrime and spam calls effectively.