In TrendsStock MarketStocks to BuyAsian StocksApple PaySwastika Infra IPOGetting calls from ‘Mahatma Gandhi’? Here’s why you should not trust caller IDA surprising caller ID can grab attention, but users should verify the caller before sharing any personal or financial information.By CNBCTV18.com September 30, 2026, 11:57:06 AM IST (Published)An unusual caller ID displaying the name ‘Mahatma Gandhi’ has left some smartphone users curious ahead of Gandhi Jayanti 2026. While the name may grab attention, it does not necessarily confirm who is actually behind the call.Caller identification services rely on information from various sources, including user contributions, and the details linked to a phone number can sometimes be inaccurate.Can you trust the caller ID?The appearance of ‘Mahatma Gandhi’ on a caller ID is a reminder that caller identification is not the same as identity verification, according to a report in News18.If an unexpected caller claims to represent a bank, government department or another organisation, do not rely only on the name displayed on your phone.Instead of focusing on the name displayed on the screen, users should pay attention to what the caller is asking them to do. Pause, verify independently and never share sensitive information during the call.Why is ‘Mahatma Gandhi’ showing…
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