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Cyber Fraudsters Swindle Navi Mumbai Senior Citizen Of 64 Lakh

Cyber Fraudsters Swindle Navi Mumbai Senior Citizen Of 64 Lakh

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A senior citizen in Navi Mumbai was allegedly swindled of 64 lakh over four years by cyber fraudsters posing as insurance regulators and grievance officials.

UP Police Bust Inter-State Cyber Fraud Syndicate

UP Police Bust Inter-State Cyber Fraud Syndicate

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Uttar Pradesh Police have uncovered an inter-state cyber fraud syndicate with suspected links to Nepal and Chinese handlers, arresting five people in Bareilly district.

Goa Police Bust IPL Betting Racket, Arrest 10

Goa Police Bust IPL Betting Racket, Arrest 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Goa Police's Crime Branch busted an illegal IPL cricket betting racket, arresting 10 individuals after raids on two villas in Ribandar and Kadamba Plateau. Authorities seized mobile phones, laptops, SIM cards, and cash worth approximately Rs 28 lakh.

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

'Pressure To Bear A Son Is More In The City'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'Even lower middle class parents in cities opt for just one child. A son is a must.'

How IndiaAI Mission Is Helping AI Startups Scale Globally

How IndiaAI Mission Is Helping AI Startups Scale Globally

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The IndiaAI Mission, under MeitY, has selected 10 Indian AI startups for its Global Acceleration Programme, aimed at fostering international growth and innovation.

Indian Banks Discuss AI Security Risks After Global Concerns

Indian Banks Discuss AI Security Risks After Global Concerns

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with bank heads to discuss the risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) following global concerns about Anthropic's Mythos model and its potential threat to financial systems' data security.

NCW Orders Probe Into Amravati Minor Sexual Abuse Case

NCW Orders Probe Into Amravati Minor Sexual Abuse Case

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The National Commission for Women has directed Maharashtra's DGP to conduct a time-bound probe into the alleged sexual abuse and exploitation of minor girls by a 19-year-old youth in Amravati.

Govt tightens rules on AI-generated content, deepfakes

Govt tightens rules on AI-generated content, deepfakes

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The government on Tuesday brought in stricter obligations for online platforms on handling AI-generated and synthetic content, including deepfakes, saying platforms such as X and Instagram must take down within three hours any such content flagged by a competent authority or courts.

Cyber Crime Crackdown: Key Conspirator Arrested In Guwahati

Cyber Crime Crackdown: Key Conspirator Arrested In Guwahati

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The CBI has arrested Ubaid Ullah, a key conspirator in a cyber crime network, from Guwahati. He is accused of illegally procuring over 10,000 SIM cards for use in cyber crimes.

Three Bankers Held In Rs 2,500 Crore Cyber Fraud

Three Bankers Held In Rs 2,500 Crore Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Three officials from leading private banks have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a Rs 2,500-crore cyber fraud racket in Gujarat's Rajkot district, bringing the total number of arrests in the case to 20.

AI Search Reshapes Google's Future

AI Search Reshapes Google's Future

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Google's AI Search marks a shift from information discovery to information delivery.

SC releases draft regulations on use of AI in courts

SC releases draft regulations on use of AI in courts

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

The draft regulations for use of AI in courts 'shall apply to the use, deployment, or integration of AI in any judicial, adjudicatory or administrative function of the Supreme Court of India, high courts, and all courts including the Tribunals and statutory Commissions performing adjudicatory functions, within the territory of India'.

Thane Activist Accused Of Sexual Assault And Blackmail

Thane Activist Accused Of Sexual Assault And Blackmail

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Police in Thane have registered a case against a 35-year-old social activist accused of sexually assaulting a woman, blackmailing her with objectionable videos, and using her to steal sensitive documents.

Man Arrested For Derogatory Social Media Posts Against BJP MLA

Man Arrested For Derogatory Social Media Posts Against BJP MLA

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A 32-year-old man from Barabanki has been arrested for allegedly posting objectionable remarks on social media against BJP MLA Anupama Jaiswal, who sustained injuries while burning effigies of opposition leaders at a public event.

'The Key Is Talent, Technology, Trust'

'The Key Is Talent, Technology, Trust'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'Our problem is not a budget deficit but a trust deficit. We need to trust our institutions and industries to innovate and lead. That is the way forward for India.'

Jharkhand Police Unearth Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket

Jharkhand Police Unearth Interstate Cyber Fraud Racket

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Jharkhand police have uncovered an interstate cyber fraud network and arrested four individuals involved in fraudulent transactions across 24 states. The investigation was initiated following inputs from the Union Home Ministry's 'Samanvaya portal', leading to the discovery of a bank account in Ramgarh district used for the illicit activities.

Man held for posing as CISF officer to trick woman into marriage

Man held for posing as CISF officer to trick woman into marriage

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A 30-year-old man was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly impersonating a CISF officer to deceive a woman and her family into marriage. He used photographs in uniform on social media and matrimonial platforms to falsely project himself as a central government employee.

SC Sets Boundaries for Court AI

SC Sets Boundaries for Court AI

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

If AI-generated material is found to be 'false, fabricated, misleading or inaccurate', the person filing it will be accountable and cannot cite the AI-generated nature of the material as a defence.

CBSE opens Class 12 re-evaluation portal amid OSM glitches

CBSE opens Class 12 re-evaluation portal amid OSM glitches

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The launch comes a day after a CBSE official told ANI that the portal, originally scheduled to go live on June 1, had encountered technical issues and would start soon. The delay had sparked concern among students and parents, particularly after reports of glitches during the answer-sheet access process earlier this month.

Information Technology: Light at the end of the tunnel

Information Technology: Light at the end of the tunnel

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

It is expected growth will primarily be driven by continued demand from the US, a revival in the European market, especially continental Europe, and increased momentum in the adoption of new technologies.

India, Venezuela vow long-term energy tie-up

India, Venezuela vow long-term energy tie-up

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

India's procurement of Venezuelan crude oil has picked up momentum since April and the South American nation has already emerged as the third largest oil supplier to the country.

FIR registered against X for AI video on Modi, EC chief

FIR registered against X for AI video on Modi, EC chief

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Kerala Police have registered a case against X and one of its handles for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly depicting the Prime Minister and the Election Commission of India in a misleading and defamatory manner.

NASA Unveils Plan For Permanent Lunar Base

NASA Unveils Plan For Permanent Lunar Base

Rediff.com27 May 2026

NASA has announced three missions to the moon as part of efforts to establish a permanent base on the earth's natural satellite. The USD 20 billion plan includes lunar rovers and drones for experiments to help master skills to live and operate in the dangerous environment.

What's Delcy Rodriguez Doing In Delhi?

What's Delcy Rodriguez Doing In Delhi?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodriguez is in New Delhi on her sixth visit to India.

How Delhi Police Busted Cyber Lottery Fraud Racket

How Delhi Police Busted Cyber Lottery Fraud Racket

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have dismantled a cyber fraud operation that swindled a railway employee out of approximately Rs 60,000 under the guise of an online lottery. The investigation led to multiple arrests and uncovered a network using fake identities to open bank accounts for illicit transactions.

'In India Politics Has Taken Over Business'

'In India Politics Has Taken Over Business'

Rediff.com20 May 2026

'When we start describing somebody as an enemy that is the start of politics and emotion after which no business can take place.' 'We need to get out of this, allow Indian businessmen to do business with China.'

How A Patent Workshop Is Helping Researchers And Startups

How A Patent Workshop Is Helping Researchers And Startups

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A one-day patent workshop was held at CSIR-NIIST to promote intellectual property awareness and equip researchers and startups with essential knowledge in patent filing and innovation.

Sanjiv Bajaj: 'Fortunately, We've More Companies Than Family Members'

Sanjiv Bajaj: 'Fortunately, We've More Companies Than Family Members'

Rediff.com23 May 2026

'We strongly believe that anyone with capability and a strong work ethic should have a chance at the top job.'

'India Has Enough Oil And Gas Beneath The Soil'

'India Has Enough Oil And Gas Beneath The Soil'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

'Exploration should be made easier and companies should be given operational flexibility.'

India launches new cell broadcast system for disaster warnings

India launches new cell broadcast system for disaster warnings

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the cell broadcast alert system, developed indigenously, to warn citizens about emergencies and natural disasters in their area. The system is now operational across all states and union territories.

Punjab's New Bill Focuses On Prison Reform And Rehabilitation

Punjab's New Bill Focuses On Prison Reform And Rehabilitation

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The Punjab Prisons and Correctional Services Bill, 2026, aims to transform prisons into centres of reform, rehabilitation, and social reintegration, focusing on inmates' human rights, transparency, and security.

Apple Devices Face High-Severity Threat: Cert-In

Apple Devices Face High-Severity Threat: Cert-In

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

CThese vulnerabilities, Cert-In said, could leave Apple users at risk of unauthorised access to sensitive data on their devices, cause service disruptions, and compromise the entire device.

Jobs, Gates & Me: Silicon Valley Dhurandhar Kanwal Rekhi's Memoirs

Jobs, Gates & Me: Silicon Valley Dhurandhar Kanwal Rekhi's Memoirs

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Kanwal Rekhi is a peaceful techie who ardently believes in competitive market economics and democracy, despite the trauma his family suffered during Partition and his narrow escape from violent mobs in 1984.

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Maharashtra Sex Exploitation Case: Police Detain 10

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Maharashtra's Amravati district have detained 10 individuals for questioning in connection with a sexual exploitation case. Authorities have also taken down 41 social media accounts used to circulate explicit content of victims. Additionally, police personnel seen celebrating the birthday of the prime suspect have been suspended.

Iran vows to destroy critical energy infra after Trump's Hormuz deadline

Iran vows to destroy critical energy infra after Trump's Hormuz deadline

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

His remarks come after Trump warned Iran of severe consequences if it fails to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy transit route.

Eight arrested in Amravati obscene video circulation case

Eight arrested in Amravati obscene video circulation case

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Police in Amravati, Maharashtra, have arrested eight individuals for circulating obscene video clips and photographs of minor girls on social media. The investigation began after the videos were discovered on several sites, leading to the seizure of electronic devices and the formation of a special investigation team.

Cockroach Janata Party swings into action, demands Modi Minister's resignation

Cockroach Janata Party swings into action, demands Modi Minister's resignation

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The CJP's rapid rise on social media reflects growing digital dissent and youth frustration with issues like unemployment and exam-paper leaks.

Information Technology: Boost for hardware, but disappointment for IT services

Information Technology: Boost for hardware, but disappointment for IT services

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

The key proposals from the IT industry that were not addressed included removal of dual levies on software products

How AI Can Empower Women Journalists In India

How AI Can Empower Women Journalists In India

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Brijesh Singh, Principal Secretary (Information and Publicity), Maharashtra, highlighted the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in journalism and encouraged women journalists to embrace this technological shift to enhance their skills and drive positive change.

How Gujarat Police Cracked Down On Cyber Fraud

How Gujarat Police Cracked Down On Cyber Fraud

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Gujarat police have uncovered cyber frauds worth Rs 2,289 crore and arrested 638 individuals as part of 'Operation Mule Account 1.0', a state-wide crackdown on online criminals launched in 2025.