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Is it Harassment or a Privacy Violation? Insurance Company Demands Home Photos and Google Location for Claim Approval

Author and podcast host Anupam Gupta recently shared a troubling experience he had with his health insurance company. He was shocked when two people showed up at his doorstep unexpectedly, claiming to be from his insurance company. They were there to verify his health insurance claim in person, and Gupta was not informed beforehand. This […]

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 […]

India Plans to Replace Old SIM Cards Over Security Concerns After Chinese Chip Discovery

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 […]

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 […]