Lost Mobile Phones

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However, recoveries stand at only 20,771 devices so far

The official said a total of 34,200 mobile devices were blocked during the period, acting on the complaints received from citizens

C-DoT has launched a service that will help you block your stolen or lost mobile phone device. Once blocked it will not work on any mobile network in India

The Sanchar Saathi portal uses the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) to help users track and block their lost smartphones

Telecom network providers will have access to the list of approved IMEI numbers. Using this list, they will be able to check the entry of any unauthorised mobile phones on their network

With the help of this portal, users can also access their SIM card number and block it if anybody is found using the SIM through the owner's ID

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IMEI is a unique, 15-digit number and is used to identify a device on a mobile network

DoT has barred telecom operators from providing service to any mobile phone with fake IMEI number