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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 […]
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 […]
The Indian government is thinking about replacing old SIM cards in mobile phones. This comes after an investigation found that some of the chips used in these SIM cards came from China. The National Cyber Security Coordinator and the Ministry of Home Affairs led the investigation. This raised serious concerns about the security of the […]
Krafton India Pvt. Ltd., the company behind Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), is facing legal issues. A citizen from Maharashtra has filed an FIR, accusing the company of violating privacy agreements and illegally selling user data. The Bombay High Court is set to hear the case on April 15, 2025. Allegations of Selling User Data On […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The recently proposed draft rules of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) have sparked a debate. The discussion focuses on how parental consent should be obtained for children’s data. The DPDP Act aims to protect children’s personal data by ensuring platforms gain verifiable parental consent. However, concerns arise about its practicality and potential negative […]
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened up exciting new possibilities, but it has also raised some serious concerns, especially when it comes to privacy and data protection. Recently, a new debate has emerged around AI-generated images of Aadhaar and PAN cards. Social media users shared AI-generated Aadhaar and PAN card images from ChatGPT, […]
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised concerns about Bajaj Finance’s management of its co-branded credit card business, citing data security and operational control issues. According to CNBC Awaaz, the RBI sent a ‘letter of displeasure’ to Bajaj Finance, highlighting its failure to identify risks and prevent fraud. This follows a previous letter from […]