Indian Telecom Department Reportedly Mulls Regulating App-Based Calls for National Security Reasons Sputnik International https://sputniknews.com/india/202105281083014782-indian-telecom-department-reportedly-mulls-regulating-app-based-calls-for-national-security-reasons/ Tensions have been brewing between the Indian government and social media giants like Facebook and Twitter over the past few days after the apps failed to comply with laws that were announced in February to regulate India’s digital space. India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is reportedly discussing the possibilities of regulating app-based calling in the country, citing national security concerns. Tech giants such as WhatsApp, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and Skype allow users to make national as well as international calls from and on their platforms. This feature is used by millions of Indians on a daily basis.