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Cyberattacks Surge After Operation Sindoor, But India Mounts Strong Defence

Cyberattacks Surge After Operation Sindoor, But India Mounts Strong Defence

Rediff.com22 May 2025

For the first time, the Data Security Council of India assembled a joint task force to source threat intelligence at the origin and ensure coordinated action across the cybersecurity spectrum.

Earn Rs 12,500 Per Month With IDRBT's Summer Internship

Earn Rs 12,500 Per Month With IDRBT's Summer Internship

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The IDRBT summer internship programme offers graduate and postgraduate students support to carry out projects in the field of technology.

Watching YOU: AI Surveillance At Railway Stations

Watching YOU: AI Surveillance At Railway Stations

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Railways ramps up project to instal AI-based cameras that can recognise faces.

Need to shift from fortnightly to real-time credit reporting: RBI DG

Need to shift from fortnightly to real-time credit reporting: RBI DG

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

There is a need for real-time or near real-time credit reporting, instead of the current fortnightly system, to improve underwriting precision, enable timely reflection of borrower actions such as loan closures or repayments, and deliver a superior consumer experience, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), M Rajeshwar Rao said on Wednesday.

'India-China Won't Go Back To What It Was'

'India-China Won't Go Back To What It Was'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'What's currently underway is not a 'reset'.' 'What needs to be arrived at is a new balance.'

Guj horror: Mob led by father-in-law parades tribal woman naked; 12 held

Guj horror: Mob led by father-in-law parades tribal woman naked; 12 held

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A 35-year-old tribal woman was assaulted, disrobed, and paraded by a mob in Gujarat's Dahod district over a suspected extramarital affair. The incident was captured on video and went viral on social media, leading to the arrest of 12 people, including her father-in-law. The woman was rescued and the accused have been charged with abduction, wrongful confinement, outraging modesty, assault with intent to disrobe, and violations of the Information Technology Act.

Engineer leaked warship, submarine secrets to Pak for money: Police

Engineer leaked warship, submarine secrets to Pak for money: Police

Rediff.com30 May 2025

It was found that he had shared information about various warships and submarines to the Pakistani Intelligence Operative, another official said.

Vibe Coding's Challenge For India's IT Cos

Vibe Coding's Challenge For India's IT Cos

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'Could the impending new crisis, vibe coding, similarly create not a disaster like what befell Indian handlooms during the Industrial Revolution but another opportunity like what the Y2K crisis created?' asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Govt ban 'Hindutva Watch' contrary to law, X tells HC

Govt ban 'Hindutva Watch' contrary to law, X tells HC

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The Centre's decision to block the entire social media account of 'Hindutva Watch' on the basis of certain alleged offending posts is 'disproportionate' and contrary to the law, social media giant 'X' has told the Delhi high court.

Meity To Tap Global AI & ML Experts

Meity To Tap Global AI & ML Experts

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'We will start reaching out to researchers, academics, and experts on AI from top universities and companies from across the world.'

Nagpur violence: 140 online posts with objectionable content identified

Nagpur violence: 140 online posts with objectionable content identified

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Following the violence in Nagpur, Maharashtra's Cyber department has identified over 140 posts and videos on social media platforms that incite communal unrest. These posts, found on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube, are being removed, and legal action is being taken against the individuals responsible. The department is also investigating the origins of the violence, which was triggered by rumors of a religious artifact being burnt during protests.

Mid-tier IT firms outpaced larger peers' growth in FY25

Mid-tier IT firms outpaced larger peers' growth in FY25

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Mid-tier information-technology (IT) companies last financial year reported better growth numbers than their larger counterparts, highlighting their ability to navigate the uncertain macroeconomic environment. Most of these companies - such as Persistent Systems, Coforge, KPIT, and Mphasis - focus on niche businesses and industries that allow them to go deeper in terms of client mining and expanding wallet share from existing customers.

7 arrested for selling women patient's CCTV videos

7 arrested for selling women patient's CCTV videos

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

The police arrested six persons including a hacker named Parit Dhamelia from Surat and owner of a YouTube channel Prajwal Taily, a resident of Latur, Maharashtra.

Ranveer Allahbadia's 'sex with parents' remark reaches Parliament

Ranveer Allahbadia's 'sex with parents' remark reaches Parliament

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Following complaints from several MPs, a Parliamentary panel on information technology is discussing whether to summon Allahbadia.

Challenges Before The New Data Law

Challenges Before The New Data Law

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

DPDP Act (2023) gives individuals the right to decide how their personal data is collected and used. For many businesses, this means reworking longstanding data practices, notes Ravi Duvvuru.

How Business Schools Must Evolve In AI Era

How Business Schools Must Evolve In AI Era

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Shift from producing graduates proficient in analysis and strategy to producing graduates capable of initiating, executing, and scaling impactful actions in real-world environments, points out Ajit Balakrishnan.

AI Challenges Loom Over 20Bn IT Contracts

AI Challenges Loom Over 20Bn IT Contracts

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Some major contracts coming up for renewal include TCS' deals with Star Alliance, a consortium of airlines based in Germany, and Nielsen; Infosys' deals with GE Appliances and Daimler; HCLTech's with UK-based life insurer Chesnara; Wipro's with German electric utility company E.ON and Petrobras of Brazil; and Tech Mahindra's with Circle Health.

New Delhi Times: The Movie You Simply *Must* Watch

New Delhi Times: The Movie You Simply *Must* Watch

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

By today's standards, when the cynicism about the corrupt system is rampant, New Delhi Times seems mild. But it was upsetting enough to have problems with film distributors. Even television refused to run it. Deepa Gahlot re-introduces you to this 1986 classic.

FAQ: IT Dept Can Check E-mail, WhatsApp

FAQ: IT Dept Can Check E-mail, WhatsApp

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Here's what you must know about the new rule, its implications, and whether it affects taxpayers' rights and privacy.

'It Must Have Been Hellish In The Cockpit'

'It Must Have Been Hellish In The Cockpit'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Visualise those 15 to 18 seconds: Fully loaded aircraft, pilot manually controlling with both hands (no autopilot immediately after takeoff), looking forward while switches are behind.'

Cisco Offers Remote Internships For Tech Students

Cisco Offers Remote Internships For Tech Students

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Cisco, in collaboration with AICTE, is offering virtual internships in networking and cyber security through the Cisco Networking Academy. This remote, two-month programme provides hands-on learning, industry exposure and a chance to build practical technical skills that will enhance the student's employability.

Why Infosys laid off over 300 freshers

Why Infosys laid off over 300 freshers

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

IT services company Infosys has laid off over 300 freshers who underwent foundational training at its Mysuru campus but could not clear internal assessments after three attempts, according to sources. IT employee union NITES, however, said the number of freshers affected by the move was much higher, and threatened to lodge an official complaint with the Ministry of Labour and Employment, seeking urgent intervention and strict action against the company.

'75+ IPOs Have Received SEBI Approval'

'75+ IPOs Have Received SEBI Approval'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'Listing of scaled Indian subsidiaries of multinational corporations as well as of Indian conglomerates continues to remain a key theme for IPOs in India.'

The Truth Behind The ISRO Spy Scandal

The Truth Behind The ISRO Spy Scandal

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

It remains a mystery that when its scientists were accused of selling technologies which did not exist in ISRO, ISRO's leadership did not say to the public that they were searching in a dark room for a black cat which was not there, points out Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

CIA says Iran's nuclear program 'severely damaged'

CIA says Iran's nuclear program 'severely damaged'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

The CIA's confirmation comes amid reports claiming that the US strikes did not destroy nuclear sites in Iran as claimed by President Donald Trump or his administration.

Why Not Reading Is As Dangerous As Climate Change

Why Not Reading Is As Dangerous As Climate Change

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'If learning to read changed our brain in a good way and we gained remarkable knowledge that we shared with each other then, by the same logic, won't lack of reading also change our brain? Won't it reduce the valuable knowledge we acquire and share with each other,' asks reading coach Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta on National Reading Day.

Alert! Why 120/80 BP Is Now High Risk

Alert! Why 120/80 BP Is Now High Risk

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Blood pressure management is no longer just about a number on a chart

Move over incentives, time for 'soft' mandates on EVs: Niti Aayog

Move over incentives, time for 'soft' mandates on EVs: Niti Aayog

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

After a slew of programmes to facilitate electric-vehicle (EV) adoption in India, the NITI Aayog has said the government has done enough on incentives and now it's time to take the programme a step further with "strong signals" through regulations and mandates.

This SEBI Internship Will Pay You Rs 70,000

This SEBI Internship Will Pay You Rs 70,000

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

As many as 54 professionals will be shortlisted for the SEBI Young Professional Programme.

'Sensex Is Barometer Of Economy And Capital Markets'

'Sensex Is Barometer Of Economy And Capital Markets'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'BSE has facilitated nearly Rs 35 trillion in capital raising across multiple segments.'

IAEA chief: Iran may restart uranium enrichment in months

IAEA chief: Iran may restart uranium enrichment in months

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

While the final military and intelligence assessment has yet to come, Trump has repeatedly claimed to have "completely and totally obliterated" Tehran's nuclear programme.

Don't Trust AI's Medical Advice! Here's Why

Don't Trust AI's Medical Advice! Here's Why

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

AI chatbots often give unsafe health advice, warns a global study.

Indian pharma firms not copying products of Swiss cos: Goyal

Indian pharma firms not copying products of Swiss cos: Goyal

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Dismissing allegations that Indian phacosrmaceutical companies copy products of Swiss firms, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said it is a long-standing myth and India respects intellectual property rights and never steals technology from others. He said that Swiss pharmaceutical companies have not shown even a single instance that Indian companies have illegally copied any of their trademarks or patents or copyrighted technology.

Maharashtra: Defence firm engineer held for spying for Pakistan

Maharashtra: Defence firm engineer held for spying for Pakistan

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Maharashtra's elite Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a Thane-based junior engineer on charges of spying, alleging that he provided sensitive defence information to a Pakistani intelligence operative who honey-trapped him online, officials said on Thursday.

Bomb threats: Govt asks social media platforms to act

Bomb threats: Govt asks social media platforms to act

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Amid a spate of hoax bomb threats to multiple airlines, the IT ministry has asked social media platforms to observe due diligence obligations and promptly remove or disable access to misinformation within the strict timelines prescribed under IT rules.

I-T minister fact-checks Zuckerberg on Lok Sabha poll results

I-T minister fact-checks Zuckerberg on Lok Sabha poll results

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw countered Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg on Monday on his claim that after the COVID-19 pandemic, most incumbent governments, including the one in India, lost elections in 2024, asserting that his statement was 'factually incorrect'.

How AI Is Transforming Travel

How AI Is Transforming Travel

Rediff.com29 May 2025

As many as 94 per cent of travel and tourism industry leaders consider AI to be critical to their business.

Parliamentary panel to summon Zuckerberg over poll claim

Parliamentary panel to summon Zuckerberg over poll claim

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Seeking an apology from social media giant Meta for 'tarnishing' India's image, Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey, who heads the Parliament's Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology, said on Tuesday that the panel will summon the firm following its chairman's comments that India's ruling dispensation lost the Lok Sabha election last year.

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