India to Combat Cyber Fraud with New CNAP, SIM-Binding Rules by 2026

• India to implement new CNAP and SIM-binding rules by 2026 to curb rising cyber fraud incidents, including those originating from abroad.
• Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) will display the verified caller's name (from KYC) on the receiver's screen, preventing impersonation by scammers.
• SIM-binding rules will require the physical SIM to remain active for messaging app accounts, disabling them if the SIM is removed or deactivated.
• TRAI has directed pilot testing for CNAP, aiming for it to be a default feature by early 2026; DoT gave platforms 90 days for SIM-binding implementation.
• These measures aim to enhance digital security, reduce fear of unknown calls, and make it harder for scam networks to operate on messaging apps.

Why It Matters: New CNAP and SIM-binding rules by 2026 will significantly boost India's fight against cyber fraud.