News for 'privacy'

Olympics:Vinesh appeals to CAS against her elimination

Olympics:Vinesh appeals to CAS against her elimination

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Vinesh has now appealed to the CAS, the apex body to settle disputes related to sport through arbitration, who will return with a verdict tomorrow

Govt drafts new IT rules to curb social media misuse; experts flag privacy concerns

Govt drafts new IT rules to curb social media misuse; experts flag privacy concerns

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

Experts warned that amendments, which would allow traceability of "unlawful content", invade personal privacy and free speech.

Privacy: Google to call for new laws

Privacy: Google to call for new laws

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

Google, the search giant under fire from various quarters over privacy issues, will later on Friday call for new international laws to protect personal information online.

IndiGo to introduce business class seats from mid-November

IndiGo to introduce business class seats from mid-November

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

IndiGo will introduce business class seats in select flights on 12 domestic routes starting from November 14 and also launch a customer loyalty programme, as the 18-year-old airline seeks to expand business and strengthen global presence. The announcements, made at an event in the national capital on Monday to mark 18 years of operations, also highlights a pivotal trajectory for the airline.

How NSA blew up your online privacy

How NSA blew up your online privacy

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

The National Security Agency of the United States has cracked the encryption designed to provide online privacy using supercomputers, multiple media outlets in the US and Britain have reported.

Telcos may face licence suspension on privacy issues: Govt

Telcos may face licence suspension on privacy issues: Govt

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Says extreme secrecy is maintained and utmost care and precaution is taken in matter of interception as it affects privacy of citizens

T'gana minister withdraws Samantha remarks, is sued by Nagarjuna

T'gana minister withdraws Samantha remarks, is sued by Nagarjuna

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Several cine personalities such as Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, junior NTR, Venkatesh, Prakash Raj and Khushbu hit out at the minister for her remarks.

Modi's Viksit Bharat WhatsApp message a poll code breach: Cong to EC

Modi's Viksit Bharat WhatsApp message a poll code breach: Cong to EC

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor tagged a post of a person raising the issue of privacy over the prime minister's letter being received by persons living abroad.

10 Skills You Need For A Career In AI

10 Skills You Need For A Career In AI

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Jobs requiring AI skills carry a significant wage premium, with some roles offering up to a 25 per cent increase in wages, notes Manoj Nagpal, vice president, professional services, OpenText, an information management company.

How To Score High CGPA For Best Placements

How To Score High CGPA For Best Placements

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Create a balanced schedule that allocates time for both studies and skill development, suggests rediffGURU Aasif Ahmed Khan.

Is lying to parents for privacy ethical?

Is lying to parents for privacy ethical?

Rediff.com31 May 2007

In Part II of this special on privacy for couples in India, we look at more responses from youngsters. Is it worth lying to your parents? What are the emotional and ethical costs of lying?

Government serves notice to Facebook over data leak, privacy breach concerns

Government serves notice to Facebook over data leak, privacy breach concerns

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

The ministry has raised five questions in all including whether the personal data of Indian voters and users has been compromised by Cambridge Analytica or any other downstream entity in any manner.

Apple iPhone secretly tracking user's privacy

Apple iPhone secretly tracking user's privacy

Rediff.com22 Apr 2011

Apple has been accused of putting customers' privacy at risk after security researchers found that their iPhones were tracking users' locations and saving every detail to a secret file.

The Aadhaar Effect: Say bye to your privacy

The Aadhaar Effect: Say bye to your privacy

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

'In 1984, George Orwell dreamt up the concept of a dictatorship that worked on surveillance.' 'The reality of 2017 goes a long way beyond everything that Orwell imagined.' says Devangshu Datta.

Shabana Azmi: I need the privacy to grieve Girish's loss

Shabana Azmi: I need the privacy to grieve Girish's loss

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Girish Karnad's demise leaves Shabana Azmi shattered.

Right to Privacy: 9-judge SC bench to decide if it is a fundamental right

Right to Privacy: 9-judge SC bench to decide if it is a fundamental right

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

The order came on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Aadhaar scheme.

Radia tapes: SC to first hear issue of right to privacy

Radia tapes: SC to first hear issue of right to privacy

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

A three-judge bench headed by Justice H L Dattu said it was of the view to segregate the issues in two parts as otherwise, it would be an unending exercise.

'Arrogance': Cong slams govt over TN bizman's 'apology' to FM

'Arrogance': Cong slams govt over TN bizman's 'apology' to FM

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Annapoorna chain of restaurants owner Srinivasan is seen purportedly highlighting concerns over varying GST rates. In the second video, Srinivasan was seen purportedly apologising in person to the Finance Minister.

'Google Wallet' for Android users in India launched

'Google Wallet' for Android users in India launched

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Tech titan Google on Wednesday launched the Google Wallet app for Android users in India, allowing them to securely store essentials like boarding passes, loyalty cards, event tickets, and public transport passes. The digital wallet, which becomes operational in India from Wednesday, comes as a complementary service to existing payment app Google Pay, a top official said.

Aadhaar Bill to ensure privacy protection

Aadhaar Bill to ensure privacy protection

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The UIDAI, set up in 2009, will manage the generation and authentication of Aadhaar numbers.

UIDAI introduces 'Virtual ID' to address privacy concerns

UIDAI introduces 'Virtual ID' to address privacy concerns

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The Virtual ID, which would be a random 16-digit number, together with biometrics of the user would give any authorised agency limited details like name, address and photograph, which are enough for any verification.

Facebook faces criticism on user privacy

Facebook faces criticism on user privacy

Rediff.com13 May 2010

Social networking site, Facebook, has faced sharp criticism from the European data protection officials for putting users privacy at risk due to the changes it brought to its service, a media report said.

'I Failed NEET Twice. Should I Reappear?'

'I Failed NEET Twice. Should I Reappear?'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, prepares aspirants for competitive exams such as MHT-CET, IIT-JEE and NEET-UG.

Google app store policy raises privacy concerns

Google app store policy raises privacy concerns

Rediff.com15 Feb 2013

It passes user info to the app developer.

DPharm Vs BPharm: Which Is Better For A Career In Pharmacy?

DPharm Vs BPharm: Which Is Better For A Career In Pharmacy?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

To pursue a job, DPharm candidates must complete two years of coursework, three months of hospital training, and then pass the exit exam. However, BPharm graduates can pursue a job right after completing their four-year course, informs rediffGURU Dr Nagarajan JSK.

'You're Putting Your Personal Life Out For Butchering'

'You're Putting Your Personal Life Out For Butchering'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

'The kind of things they were writing, 'Oh, what is this, she's overacting at her wedding.' 'Why is she not covering her head?' 'The kind of liberty people take to comment on what I should be doing in my personal life is not something I'm okay with.'

Harry Brook returns home; to miss India series

Harry Brook returns home; to miss India series

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

England's Harry Brook will miss the five-match Test series against India as the middle-order batsman will return home with immediate effect because of personal reasons, the ECB announced on Sunday.

It's a baby boy for Anushka, Virat!

It's a baby boy for Anushka, Virat!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli announced the birth of their second child -- a baby boy -- on February 15, 2024.

Medic's murder: IMA survey reveals 35% of doctors feel unsafe

Medic's murder: IMA survey reveals 35% of doctors feel unsafe

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The respondents were from over 22 states with 85 percent of them being under 35 years while 61 percent were interns or postgraduate trainees.

Poonam Pandey Dies Of Cervical Cancer

Poonam Pandey Dies Of Cervical Cancer

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The news of her death was revealed in an Instagram post shared on her official handle.

'My Manager Asked Me To Resign Without Notice'

'My Manager Asked Me To Resign Without Notice'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

You can ask for written communication from your HR manager seeking an explanation about your resignation. Please mark the copies to your senior authorities as well as top executives especially if you feel you are being harassed, suggests rediffGURU Pradeep Pramanik.

'Apple info vague': Govt orders probe into iPhone alerts

'Apple info vague': Govt orders probe into iPhone alerts

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

In his post, Vaishnaw said Apple has also claimed that Apple IDs are securely encrypted on devices, making it extremely difficult to access or identify them without the user's explicit permission.

Michael Schumacher 'stable' media urged to respect privacy

Michael Schumacher 'stable' media urged to respect privacy

Rediff.com1 Jan 2014

Seven-time Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher was in a stable condition on Wednesday, three days after suffering brain injuries in a skiing accident, his agent Sabine Kehm said outside the hospital treating him.

BSc Math Or BTech: Which Is Better?

BSc Math Or BTech: Which Is Better?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Dr Dipankar Dutta will answer your questions related to preparing for a career in engineering or technology.

How France plans to use AI to keep Paris 2024 safe

How France plans to use AI to keep Paris 2024 safe

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

France tested Artificial Intelligence-driven video surveillance technology that will be deployed during the Olympic Games

BCCI tells media to respect Yuvraj's privacy

BCCI tells media to respect Yuvraj's privacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

The Indian Cricket Board said it would issue regular health updates of World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh, who is being treated for lung cancer in the United States, and pleaded with the media to respect the ailing player's privacy.

Why wasn't NEET-UG exam scrapped?: SC explains

Why wasn't NEET-UG exam scrapped?: SC explains

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

The top court said since the remit of the panel has been expanded, the committee would submit its report by September 30 on various measures to rectify deficiencies in the examination system.

'Won't Date A Girl From A Slum'

'Won't Date A Girl From A Slum'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Religion and economic barriers continue to define love in modern India, discovers Preshth Bhardwaj.

'Should I Study Computer Science Engineering At The New IITs?'

'Should I Study Computer Science Engineering At The New IITs?'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

rediffGURU Parthiban TR offers career guidance to students and young professionals.

HC upholds Mumbai college hijab ban, says no breach of fundamental rights

HC upholds Mumbai college hijab ban, says no breach of fundamental rights

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Bombay high court on Wednesday refused to interfere in a decision taken by a Mumbai-based college to impose a ban on hijab, burka and naqab in its premises.