Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom operators to roll out Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service across India from November 1, 2026. The feature will display callers’ names alongside their phone numbers on 4G and higher-generation networks, with safeguards for privacy and security

Mittal said the technology or its growth need not be stifled but pointed out that there have been instances of AI agents running rogue which cannot be taken lightly