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eSIMs are built directly into devices, offering added security—but new digital risks are emerging. (Image: FreePik)

eSIM vs physical SIM: Which is safer and how scammers are exploiting the weakest link?

August 09, 2025 11:44 am

Switching phones or plans once meant juggling tiny SIM cards. Now, with eSIMs, connectivity is simpler yet more complex. In this week’s The Safe Side, we break down the key differences and security aspects of eSIMs vs physical SIMs.

The syndicate captured by Chandigarh police was estimated to be causing losses of nearly Rs 1,000 crore to the Indian economy every month, said the police.

SIM boxes, 2 lakh calls and threats: Chandigarh Police bust digital arrest ‘scam’, arrest 10

August 01, 2025 8:28 pm

The Chandigarh Police said the criminal syndicate operated from Southeast Asia using SIM boxes, fake calls, and Indian recruits.

BSNL best prepaid plans under Rs 200: BSNL looks to take a step forward by introducing SIM card home delivery for its users. (Image Source: BSNL)

BSNL best prepaid plans under Rs 200: A look at offers and how to get a SIM at home

June 27, 2025 9:28 am

BSNL best prepaid plans under Rs 200: With BSNL launching SIM card home delivery, users can now get SIM cards delivered to their doorstep. Here is how to order one yourself and a look at the best prepaid plans under Rs 200.

The investigation, conducted after analysing complaints made by victims on the National Crime Reporting Portal, revealed that there are around 1,930 point of sale (PoS) agents from whom SIM cards were purchased. (Representational image)

CBI books 39 agents for issuing 1,100 ghost SIM cards used for cyber fraud

May 17, 2025 6:42 pm

Nine of the agents are from Uttar Pradesh, 15 from West Bengal, seven from Assam, four from Maharashtra, and one each from Bihar, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.

In our latest edition, experts discuss how to protect yourself, spot warning signs, and what to do if you ever fall victim to SIM card scams. (Image: FreePik)

Your SIM card could drain your money: A look at scams targeting phone numbers

May 02, 2025 6:22 pm

The Safe Side, our ongoing series dedicated to keeping you safe online, is back with its 14th edition. This time, we’re focusing on the rising threat of SIM card scams.

Saif Ali Khan was attacked in his apartment in Mumbai and has been discharged.

Tracking SIM used by Saif attack accused, Mumbai Police questions woman in Bengal village near Bangladesh border

January 28, 2025 10:59 am

The police team visited Bara Andolia village in Nadia’s Jhitkhapota, located near the border with Bangladesh.

Mobile number porting after sim replacement to face 7-day waiting period from July 1

June 28, 2024 11:49 pm

The step has been taken to curb fraud taking place by using mobile phone numbers.

eSIM transfer tool | Android eSIM transfer

Android now lets you transfer eSIMs between phones, but Indian users may have to wait

January 28, 2024 5:09 pm

It looks like the Android eSIM transfer tool, which was previously limited to Google Pixel phones, is now working across different smartphone manufacturers. However, in India, it might take some time before you can transfer your eSIMs from one device to another.

How to find SIM card under my name | How many SIMs do I have | Sanchar Saathi TAFCOP

Want to know how many SIMs are registered in your name? Here's a quick 3-step guide

March 18, 2024 7:36 pm

The Department of Telecom (DoT) lets you check how many SIM cards are registered under your name from the Sanchar Saathi website and notify the government if you want to continue or stop services for a number.

eSIM: Pros and cons of embedded SIM over physical SIM cards in India

March 01, 2023 8:25 am

Embedded SIM (eSIM) technology is currently available on select smartphones that do not require physical SIM cards to make phone calls and access the internet.