BUSINESS
Defence body warns staff about bogus WhatsApp-like app that collects user login information
The security alert by the Controller General of Defence Accounts comes at a time when several government websites and apps are being targeted by foreign 'hacktivists'
BUSINESS
Draft telecom bill an attack on end-to-end encryption, say digital rights groups
Access Now, Internet Freedom Foundation and Software Freedom Law Centre have criticised the draft telecommunications bill, specifically the provisions on surveillance and internet shutdowns
BUSINESS
ProtonVPN removes India servers protesting CERT-In's cybersecurity directions
This is the latest virtual private network (VPN) service provider to remove its servers from India after Netherlands-based Surfshark, Express VPN and Panama-based NordVPN.
BUSINESS
Explained: What the draft telecommunications Bill says about surveillance, network shutdowns
The Ministry of Communications has released the draft of the Indian Telecommunications Bill, 2022. The draft says that the Centre can bring in measures that would require the consent of users for receiving ads and messages offering business opportunities, real-estate deals, etc.
BUSINESS
Govt plans to restructure Digital India Corporation, aims to double staff
The government will rope in a consultant who will assess Digital Indian Corporation critically and design an optimal organisational structure for the entity under which MyGov, NeGD, Indian Semiconductor Mission, etc operate
BUSINESS
Women's commission in Delhi summons Twitter, Delhi Police over child pornography
Delhi Commission for Women summoned Twitter India's Public Policy Head and deputy commissioner of police in Delhi Police's cyber cell seeking answers on why action have not been taken on content related to child pornography and rape
BUSINESS
Bharti-backed OneWeb to launch 36 satellites from Sriharikota using ISRO rocket
To facilitate this launch, OneWeb partnered with the commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation, and the satellites will be put into orbit using ISRO's GSLV-MKIII
BUSINESS
At UN meeting, Indian industry body calls for framework to deal with cross-border drone intrusions
At a technical session of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Committee, Drone Federation of India said countries should be held accountable for the misuse of drones at international borders
BUSINESS
Drafting of new data protection bill almost complete as Centre to introduce it in parliament by budget session: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Also, the upcoming telecom bill will be introduced in the next 8-10 days, which has been drafted with the aim of being technology-neutral and ensuring user protection, said Ashwini Vaishnaw, minister of electronics and information technology, and communications
BUSINESS
Indian banking customers targeted by SOVA Android Trojan malware: CERT-In
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team said that these attack campaigns can jeopardise the privacy and security of sensitive customer data and result in large scale attacks and financial frauds
BUSINESS
NeoSky to launch consumer drones for citizens by early next year
The drone arm of RattanIndia Enterprises plans to offer drones-as-a-service (DraaS), hoping that the industry has potential grow to Rs 30,000 crore
BUSINESS
MC Exclusive | Space tech industry pitches for 74% FDI in line with defence sector
Currently, if private sector wants to participate through foreign direct investment (FDI) for establishing and operating satellites, approval of the government is required
BUSINESS
Telangana Public Service Commission candidates to be verified through facial recognition
About 43,400 biometric devices and 1,07,600 CCTV cameras to be installed in thousands of examination centres across the southern state
BUSINESS
Echoing Centre's stand, White House calls for stronger protection of sensitive data
The call comes at a time the Indian government is looking at a “complete overhaul” of the country’s cyber laws.
BUSINESS
Startups to help NIC in securing its 10,000 websites, apps, portals and APIs
While reasoning the need for such security audits, the NIC said that there are possibilities of cyber attack on these websites and applications because of "flaws in the design, development and deployment of application software
BUSINESS
Bots, unregulated use of algorithms are threats to safe and trusted internet: Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Minister of State in Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar said this while responding to reports that Disney had found fake users on Twitter in 2016
BUSINESS
Chennai-based space-tech startup Agnikul Cosmos secures patent for its 3D-printed rocket engine
Unlike conventional rocket engines, which require thousands of parts to be assembled, Agnilet is made in one go with the help of a 3D printing machine
BUSINESS
R&D gets a rethink as government bets big on global semiconductor race
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology's R&D and High-Tech Advisory Group will be submitting a white paper in this regard outlining the roadmap for R&D for the next two years
BUSINESS
IT Rules: Industry, government exploring option of establishing committees at intermediaries for grievance redressal
A few intermediaries are championing the cause for establishing internal grievance appellate committees, at a tier above grievance officers, sources said
CRICKET
After Arshdeep Singh episode, Sanjeev Sanyal, others complain of 'malicious' edits to their Wiki pages
Minister of State in Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that if Wikipedia wishes to remain an intermediary in India, they have to be aligned with the country's goals of having 'safe and trusted internet'.
TECHNOLOGY
Cricketer Arshdeep Singh's Wikipedia page semi-protected to prevent further vandalism: Wikimedia Foundation
Wikimedia Foundation, the US-based non profit organisation that operates Wikipedia, said it was made aware of the malicious edits on Arshdeep Singh's page by the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
BUSINESS
New Data Protection Bill, Digital India Act to make online world more accountable: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union minister in the electronics and information technology Ashwini Vaishnaw also said that the government will be floating a new telecom bill, and requested stakeholders to provide their suggestions on the draft
BUSINESS
IT ministry sends notice to Wikipedia after cricketer Arshdeep Singh's page vandalised
Minister of State in Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that intermediaries operating in India cannot permit misinformation and deliberate efforts to incitement
BUSINESS
Industry body wants government to establish inter-ministerial committee on drones
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) wants the committee to address issues related to technology and skill development as well as customs duties.
