Centre declares blocking and enhancing mobile signals with jammers and boosters illegal

      On Monday, the Centre issued a warning against the use of cellular signal jammers, GPS blockers or other signal jamming devices, emphasizing that their use is illegal without explicit permission from the government. E-commerce platforms were also cautioned against illegal sale of wireless mobile jammers online. It is imperative that individuals and … Read more

Illegal in India: Signal Boosters and Wireless Jammers

In addition to addressing signal jammers, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued guidelines regarding the use of signal boosters. These devices, also known as repeaters, can enhance mobile phone signal reception. However, the unauthorised use of signal boosters can cause interference with public telecommunication services, impacting the quality and scope of cellular networks.   … Read more