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DPDP Act and RTI Act: Opposition Concerns Over Impact on Transparency

The INDIA bloc has raised concerns over the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act. They have urged the government to amend the controversial Section 44(3). According to the Opposition, this section infringes upon the Right to Information (RTI) Act and negatively impacts press freedom. Around 130 senior leaders from the Opposition bloc have written to […]

Meta Raises Concerns Over DPDP Act Clauses

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has voiced concerns about India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA). The concerns focus on profiling and behavioral tracking of minors, cross-border data transfers, and verifiable parental consent. In an ET interview, Rob Sherman, Vice President of Policy and Deputy Chief Privacy Officer of Meta, discussed these […]

NMC Breach of Privacy: Citizen Complaint Mishandling

In a shocking incident of privacy violation, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has come under fire for allegedly breaching the privacy of a citizen who filed a complaint against a builder for encroaching on a public footpath. The NMC’s Laxmi Nagar zonal office shared the complainant’s identity and contact number with the builder, who then […]

India launches Digital Threat Report 2024

In a significant step toward enhancing cybersecurity in India’s banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector, the government has launched the Digital Threat Report 2024. This report is a collaboration between CERT-In (MeitY), CSIRT-Fin, and SISA. It offers a comprehensive analysis of current and emerging cyber threats that pose risks to the sector. It also […]

Aadhaar Fraud Busted in UP

In a major breakthrough, Uttar Pradesh police have uncovered a sophisticated identity fraud racket. The suspects were allegedly responsible for tampering with biometric data of over 1,500 Aadhaar cardholders across 12 states. The operation, which had been running from Badaun and Amroha, exploited loopholes in the UIDAI system. It involved a network of agents who […]

New Aadhaar App to Revolutionize Digital Identity Verification

In a groundbreaking move to simplify identity verification, the Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has announced that a new Aadhaar app will soon be launched by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). This new app aims to eliminate the need for users to carry physical or photocopied versions of their […]

Google Chrome Security Alert: Govt Warns Users to Update Now

In an important security alert, the Indian government has flagged critical vulnerabilities in older versions of the popular Google Chrome web browser. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued the warning. They urged the users to immediately update their browsers to the latest version to avoid potential security risks. Why Is This an […]

Ghibli Trend: Are AI Filters Revealing Your Original Photos?

In today’s social media-driven world, people seek subtle ways to announce new chapters in their personal lives. One such trend that’s taken off recently is the “Ghibli filter”. An AI-powered transformation tool that lets users turn themselves into cute, whimsical, Studio Ghibli-style characters. The idea is simple—create a fun, animated version of yourself, perfect for […]

Ghibli Scams: Chandigarh Police Warns Of Fraud Risks

The Cybercrime Cell of Chandigarh Police has issued an advisory to warn people about the growing risk of cyber scams involving Ghibli-themed merchandise and AI-generated artwork. Over the past week, the use of artificial intelligence to create Ghibli-inspired art has captured the attention of many. However, the Chandigarh Police urges fans and creators to stay […]