News for 'Computers and Security'

Watch what you say on the net from now on; the govt is watching you

Watch what you say on the net from now on; the govt is watching you

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

India's snooping programme is officially underway and multiple agencies will use internet surveillance system Netra and National Cyber Coordination Centre to keep a tab on suspicious activities on the internet, says Vicky Nanjappa.

Supersonic interceptor missile scores a direct hit

Supersonic interceptor missile scores a direct hit

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

This the second time that the missile has been test-fired in less than a month and is part of an effort to put in place a multi-layer missile defence system.

Drafting regulations is nothing new for new Sebi chief

Drafting regulations is nothing new for new Sebi chief

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

'He is positive and likes to get work done,' is how a retired bureaucrat described him. 'I assume he will push the reform agenda with strength.'

5 ways to avoid credit card frauds

5 ways to avoid credit card frauds

Rediff.com17 Jan 2016

Whether it is the virtual world or the physical one using your credit card with a few precautions go a long way in keeping it safe. Be cautious and do not become a statistic in the growing credit card fraud!

China rejects charges about hacking Indian sites

China rejects charges about hacking Indian sites

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

China on Tuesday dismissed as 'groundless' India's charge that Chinese hackers had attempted to break into sensitive Indian government computers, a week after American internet giant Google leveled a similar allegation against it. "I can say that these accusations are groundless," Foreign Ministry spokesman Ma Zhaoxu told reporters when asked to comment on former National Security Adviser M K Narayanan's reported comments that Chinese hackers may be involved.

All you want to know about Reit

All you want to know about Reit

Rediff.com14 May 2019

'Many of the challenges of investing in commercial real estate get taken care of when an investor takes the Reit route,' points out Suraj Nangia.

Why Cisco is wooing hi-tech start-ups in India

Why Cisco is wooing hi-tech start-ups in India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

It is eyeing the transportation and infrastructure modernisation opportunity in the country, expected to attract $500 billion in investment over the next five years.

Antony asks forces to counter cyber attacks

Antony asks forces to counter cyber attacks

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

In the wake of reports of Chinese hackers stealing vital data from Indian defence and diplomatic computer networks, Defence Minister A K Antony said on Friday asked the armed forces to coordinate closely with other cyber security agencies to prepare a crisis management action plan against cyber terrorism.

PHOTOS: Despite long wait, celebrations went on

PHOTOS: Despite long wait, celebrations went on

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

Patriotic fervour prevailed at the border with border residents singing songs, beating drums and carrying the tricolour in their hands.

Census to be launched on April 1

Census to be launched on April 1

Rediff.com30 Mar 2010

To create a comprehensive identity database in the country, the government will launch the 2011 census on Thursday to cover 1.2 billion residents of the country living in all 35 states and Union Territories.

Sheena Bora Trial: The secretary didn't know it was forgery

Sheena Bora Trial: The secretary didn't know it was forgery

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

'After Indrani's arrest did you go to the police and say I did this kind of forgery?'

Xiaomi to set up India customer data centre

Xiaomi to set up India customer data centre

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

ndian media reported last week that the country's air force had issued alerts to its personnel and their families against using Xiaomi phones on security concerns.

Microsoft launches Windows 7

Microsoft launches Windows 7

Rediff.com22 Oct 2009

Even as the software giant introduces its latest operating system, there are other options too.

Centre hopeful of SEC leniency on Satyam

Centre hopeful of SEC leniency on Satyam

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

The Union government on Monday indicated it was hopeful of a favourable reply from the US Securities and Exchange Commission to a request for being lenient on scam-hit Satyam Computers, thereby allowing it to remain on the rehabilitation track."We are expecting to get a fair judgment (from the SEC)," ministry of corporate affairs' Secretary, R Bandyopadhyay, said here at an interactive session organised by the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Nadella on how Microsoft plans to transform the world

Nadella on how Microsoft plans to transform the world

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

We are not pursuing AI to beat humans at games. We are pursuing AI so that we can empower every person and every institution that people build, said Nadella

e-greetings may spring a Trojan trap

e-greetings may spring a Trojan trap

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

In this age of virtual reality, expressing your affection for the loved ones has never been easier.

New Jersey township's tribute to slain engineer

New Jersey township's tribute to slain engineer

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

The Federation of Indian Associations has come out with proposals to perpetuate the memory of murdered Old Bridge, New Jersey, computer science engineer Divyendu Sinha and to enhance safety and security in the neighborhood after a meeting with township Mayor James Phillips last week.

The real issue with Electronic Voting Machines

The real issue with Electronic Voting Machines

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

Rajeev Srinivasan on how EVM problems are much bigger than technology or politics.

Aditya Puri's dream for HDFC Bank: Indian Alibaba

Aditya Puri's dream for HDFC Bank: Indian Alibaba

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

Tamal Bandyopadhyay details HDFC Bank's digital journey.

NIA takes Kashmir terror financing case from Delhi Police

NIA takes Kashmir terror financing case from Delhi Police

Rediff.com28 Jan 2018

The officials said the case was re-registered by the NIA recently and it has initiated investigations into it.

Chinese 'attackers' hack Indian embassy's website

Chinese 'attackers' hack Indian embassy's website

Rediff.com18 Apr 2010

The website of the Indian embassy in Moscow has been attacked twice by Chinese hackers, prompting the mission to boost its cyber security.

Scientist finds problems in US passports

Scientist finds problems in US passports

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

An Israeli scientist has revealed security holes in America's passports and "smart cards".

Former NSC official sent to police custody

Former NSC official sent to police custody

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

The former navy commander, who resigned and joined the US-based software company, allegedly introduced US diplomat Rosanna Minchew to "contacts" in the NSCS.

The IT outsourcing story is intact

The IT outsourcing story is intact

Rediff.com17 Mar 2009

Analysts see HCL's Rs 1,780 crore deal with Reader's Digest and another half-a-dozen big deals signed in the past three months by Indian IT firms, encompassing both global and domestic markets, as evidence that the outsourcing story continues to progress as the best option for companies to cut costs in the current difficult economic environment.

HCL bags $350 mn Reader's Digest contract

HCL bags $350 mn Reader's Digest contract

Rediff.com16 Mar 2009

As part of the engagement, HCL Technologies would provide application development and infrastructure support across the application stack of Oracle, open technologies, main frame, infrastructure support for network, security, storage, end user computing and data centres, HCL said in a statement.

How your cellphone is ruining your love life

How your cellphone is ruining your love life

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

If you're guilty of phubbing, that is snubbing others by constantly looking at your cellphone, then you may want to change your ways soon as a recent survey confirms that cellphones are damaging romantic relationships and leading to higher levels of depression.

Kerala seeks NIA probe after 'suspicious trawler' seized

Kerala seeks NIA probe after 'suspicious trawler' seized

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

A case against the crew were registered under sections of Maritime Zones Act, Suppression of Unlawful Activities Against Safety of Maritime Act.

UK: Job ad seeking Indians sparks race row

UK: Job ad seeking Indians sparks race row

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

A job advertisement by a US IT major seeking someone "preferably of Indian origin" has sparked a racism row in London with the equality watchdog accusing the firm of violating British laws.

Why sarkari websites get hacked so often!

Why sarkari websites get hacked so often!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

Many servers that host government websites are plagued by various problems like obsolete software and poor secure coding, making them vulnerable to cyber attacks, a study has said.

Run business schools like businesses

Run business schools like businesses

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

The one-size-fits-all approach adopted by the AICTE is not suitable for regulating business schools in India, argues Asish K Bhattacharyya.

Indian pleads guilty in brokerage hacking scam

Indian pleads guilty in brokerage hacking scam

Rediff.com6 Feb 2010

Jaisankar Marimuthu, who was extradited to the US for trial, pleaded guilty on Friday to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, securities fraud, computer fraud and aggravated identity theft, and to one count of aggravated identity theft before US District Magistrate Judge FA Gossett III in Omaha, Nebraska.

Cybercriminals hold SMEs to ransom

Cybercriminals hold SMEs to ransom

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

As organisations tighten their belts during the current financial crisis, ransomware attacks could cause fragile companies to succumb to criminals who request massive pay-offs to avoid devastating consequences.

London airspace's closure leads to massive flight disruptions

London airspace's closure leads to massive flight disruptions

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

London's airspace, one of the world's busiest travel routes, was temporarily closed on Friday due to a computer failure, causing severe disruptions in domestic and international flight operations.

Sebi authorises mobile trades

Sebi authorises mobile trades

Rediff.com28 Aug 2010

In a move that would give a big boost to equity trading, the Securities and Exchange Board of India on Friday permitted mobile trading and smart order routing between stock exchanges.

Cyberspace: Ash, Yuvraj most 'dangerous' celebs

Cyberspace: Ash, Yuvraj most 'dangerous' celebs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2009

For the second time in a row, McAfee researched India's glamorous celebrities from the world of cinema, cricket and politics to reveal the most risky celebrities on the web.

Microsoft to offer low-cost broadband in 5 lakh villages: Nadella

Microsoft to offer low-cost broadband in 5 lakh villages: Nadella

Rediff.com27 Sep 2015

Microsoft would announce availability of its cloud services operating out of India's data centers.

A nip here, tuck here: How Mahabs is readying for Modi-Xi show

A nip here, tuck here: How Mahabs is readying for Modi-Xi show

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Surfing schools shut, roadside shops moved out, road being relaid, 10,000 police personnel expected... A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com finds a historical town getting ready to grab the headlines for 3 days.

Lessons to ensure a safer future for Indian farmers

Lessons to ensure a safer future for Indian farmers

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Commercial banks are also expected to be soft on loan repayments and restructure the loans, if not write them off.

Satyam to delist ADS from NYSE Euronext

Satyam to delist ADS from NYSE Euronext

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

IT firm Satyam Computer on Tuesday said the delisting of the company's American Depository Shares from NYSE Euronext has been approved.

21st century is India's century: IBM chief

21st century is India's century: IBM chief

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

With strong GDP growth, expanding base of start-ups and growing trend of new technologies like cloud in the country, the 21st century is Indian century, IBM chief Virginia Rometty said.