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A SIM in your name could land you in court, even if you never used it: DoT warns

SIM card misuse: The Department of Telecom has warned mobile subscribers of potential liability if SIM cards in their name are misused for cyber fraud. Citizens are urged to avoid tampered IMEI devices and fraudulent SIM procurement, as legal consequences, including imprisonment and hefty fines, are now in effect under the Telecommunications Act, 2023.