NEW DELHI: Cracking down on the online sale of “anti-drone” and “GPS jammer” devices, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to six e-commerce platforms and entities. These entities face the risk of punitive action for misleading listings and regulatory non-compliance, officials said.The CCPA has sought detailed information on import licences, regulatory clearances, and buyer details from Everse, Indiamart, Xboom, Javiat Aerospace, AirONE Robotics, and Maveric Drones & Technologies Pvt Ltd.The authority observed that these devices were being listed online without disclosure of mandatory licensing requirements, without valid Equipment Type Approval (ETA) or Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) certification details, and without clearly stating that civilian possession and use without statutory authorisation is prohibited. It stated that the sale of such products on e-commerce platforms is likely to mislead consumers into believing that these devices are freely purchasable.The CCPA has directed the entities to furnish detailed information, including the source of procurement and import, along with copies of import licences, invoices, and related documents. They have also been asked to submit copies of regulatory approvals and authorisations obtained from the WPC, Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Cabinet Secretariat, and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).The authority has further sought the legal basis for offering the restricted equipment for commercial sale; the number of units sold over the past two years along with complete purchaser details; particulars of third-party sellers listing similar equipment; steps taken to discontinue such listings and prevent recurrence; and a complete list of similar radio frequency or wireless transmitting equipment offered on their platforms.Drone jammers and signal jamming equipment are regulated under the Indian Telegraph Act and the Wireless Telegraphy Act, and are subject to strict licensing and regulatory control by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing. The import of such restricted equipment is governed by the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992, and applicable DGFT notifications. Such equipment is ordinarily permitted only for authorised government agencies and law enforcement authorities, subject to statutory approvals.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi-Trump Meeting Speculation Grows As US Envoy Sergio Gor Drops Massive Hint, Says ‘Stay Tuned”With Pax Silica, We Say No To Economic Blackmail’, Says US As India Signs Strategic Tech PactUS Calls India’s Role Strategic, Essential As Pax Silica Entry Marks Strategic Shift In AI, Semicon’AI For Cows?’: Nandan Nilekani Reveals How PM Modi’s AI Vision For Cows Became Amul’s Sarlaben AppPak PM Sharif Hails Trump As ‘Saviour Of South Asia’ Even As ‘Upset’ US President Flags Trade RiftFrom Invite To Isolation: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif ‘Sidelined’ At Donald Trump’s Gaza Peace SummitEpstein Files: King Charles’ Brother & UK’s Former Prince Andrew Arrested For ‘Misconduct In Office'”We Can’t Be Seen As Weak”: Tharoor’s Bold Claim On Rafale Deal“Nothing Like Money”: Donald Trump Says 200% Tariff Warning Stopped India-Pak FightRishi Sunak Highlights India’s Rise As Global AI Powerhouse At Impact Summit123PhotostoriesRamadan 2026: Today’s Iftar timing and 8 must-try dishesFrom Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli: 5 Indian cricketers who credit their wives or girlfriends for successTop 10 beaches in the world for 2026 – the list is out!’Normal People’, ‘In The Absence’; ‘Peaky Blinders’ fame Cillian Murphy’s best- OTT dramas to watchWhat are the risks in Real Estate investment?From ‘Love haze’ to ‘Cloaring’: 5 modern dating and relationships terms you need to know5 best cities for shopping in ChinaPM Narendra Modi treated AI Summit dignitaries with regional Indian flavours for lunch: Menu details insideBaby names inspired by hope and optimism7 elegant blooms known for their long-lasting freshness123Hot PicksCigarette price hikeGold rate todayITC shareMadhya Pradesh budget 2026–27Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingMyles GarrettDonna KelceChloe KimDeenTheGreatDetroit Pistons vs New York Knicks InjuryMumbai Coastal RoadGurgaon Girl RapeWinter Olympics 2026NBA Trade NewsErik Karlsson
NEW DELHI: Cracking down on the online sale of “anti-drone” and “GPS jammer” devices, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to six e-commerce platforms and entities. These entities face the risk of punitive action for misleading listings and regulatory non-compliance, officials said.The CCPA has sought detailed information on import licences, regulatory clearances, and buyer details from Everse, Indiamart, Xboom, Javiat Aerospace, AirONE Robotics, and Maveric Drones & Technologies Pvt Ltd.The authority observed that these devices were being listed online without disclosure of mandatory licensing requirements, without valid Equipment Type Approval (ETA) or Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) certification details, and without clearly stating that civilian possession and use without statutory authorisation is prohibited. It stated that the sale of such products on e-commerce platforms is likely to mislead consumers into believing that these devices are freely purchasable.The CCPA has directed the entities to furnish detailed information, including the source of procurement and import, along with copies of import licences, invoices, and related documents. They have also been asked to submit copies of regulatory approvals and authorisations obtained from the WPC, Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Cabinet Secretariat, and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).The authority has further sought the legal basis for offering the restricted equipment for commercial sale; the number of units sold over the past two years along with complete purchaser details; particulars of third-party sellers listing similar equipment; steps taken to discontinue such listings and prevent recurrence; and a complete list of similar radio frequency or wireless transmitting equipment offered on their platforms.Drone jammers and signal jamming equipment are regulated under the Indian Telegraph Act and the Wireless Telegraphy Act, and are subject to strict licensing and regulatory control by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing. The import of such restricted equipment is governed by the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992, and applicable DGFT notifications. Such equipment is ordinarily permitted only for authorised government agencies and law enforcement authorities, subject to statutory approvals.
