TRAI finalises spam rules: Bars apps like Truecaller from blanket-blocking 140, 1600-series calls
On September 18, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) finalized amendments to spam regulations, restricting apps like Truecaller from blocking calls from designated commercial number series such as 140xx and 1600xx. The changes also introduce a pricing structure for automated bulk calls and establish a consumer appeal process for spam complaints. These rules will take effect immediately, impacting how spam calls are managed in India.