Basics of Cyber Security

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Space Technology Basics of Cyber Security

Kudankulam nuclear plant data leak sparks ‘absolute commotion’, Pg1

Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant suffers massive data leak from contractor's server, exposing critical blueprints and vendor lists to ransomware group World Leaks.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Space Technology Basics of Cyber Security

16 Jul, 2026

Kudankulam nuclear plant data leak sparks ‘absolute commotion’, Pg1

Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant suffers massive data leak from contractor's server, exposing critical blueprints and vendor lists to ransomware group World Leaks.

16 Jul, 2026

E Governance Basics of Cyber Security

User data exposed due to flaws in UMANG portal: researchers, Pg11

UMANG portal flaws expose millions of EPFO, Aadhaar data; researchers warn inadequate fixes leave users vulnerable to cybercriminals.

E Governance Basics of Cyber Security

14 Jul, 2026

User data exposed due to flaws in UMANG portal: researchers, Pg11

UMANG portal flaws expose millions of EPFO, Aadhaar data; researchers warn inadequate fixes leave users vulnerable to cybercriminals.

14 Jul, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Space Technology Basics of Cyber Security

India, Japan review defence ties, prepare ground for 2+2 dialogue, Pg10

India, Japan bolster defence ties, agreeing to deepen collaboration in cybersecurity, space, and advanced tech, ahead of crucial 2+2 dialogue.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Space Technology Basics of Cyber Security

14 Jul, 2026

India, Japan review defence ties, prepare ground for 2+2 dialogue, Pg10

India, Japan bolster defence ties, agreeing to deepen collaboration in cybersecurity, space, and advanced tech, ahead of crucial 2+2 dialogue.

14 Jul, 2026

IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

Advanced AI models high on priority: IT secy, Pg17

IT Secretary S Krishnan prioritizes advanced AI models like Mythos to fix critical software vulnerabilities, enhancing national digital security.

IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

14 Jul, 2026

Advanced AI models high on priority: IT secy, Pg17

IT Secretary S Krishnan prioritizes advanced AI models like Mythos to fix critical software vulnerabilities, enhancing national digital security.

14 Jul, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Basics of Cyber Security

India, Australia move to deepen cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, Pg1

India and Australia forge historic defence and security pact, boosting military ties, nuclear energy, and critical minerals cooperation amid Indo-Pacific challenges.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Basics of Cyber Security

10 Jul, 2026

India, Australia move to deepen cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, Pg1

India and Australia forge historic defence and security pact, boosting military ties, nuclear energy, and critical minerals cooperation amid Indo-Pacific challenges.

10 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security

WhatsApp username debate brings informational privacy to the fore, Pg12

WhatsApp's optional username feature ignites privacy vs. cybercrime debate; MeitY raises concerns, citing Supreme Court's Article 21 rulings on informational privacy.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security

8 Jul, 2026

WhatsApp username debate brings informational privacy to the fore, Pg12

WhatsApp's optional username feature ignites privacy vs. cybercrime debate; MeitY raises concerns, citing Supreme Court's Article 21 rulings on informational privacy.

8 Jul, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Basics of Cyber Security Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

BRICS nations call for stronger ties to curb drug trafficking, Pg14

BRICS nations convene in Guwahati, India, to strengthen international cooperation against drug trafficking, targeting darknet and maritime routes.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Basics of Cyber Security Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

7 Jul, 2026

BRICS nations call for stronger ties to curb drug trafficking, Pg14

BRICS nations convene in Guwahati, India, to strengthen international cooperation against drug trafficking, targeting darknet and maritime routes.

7 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Govt. issues notice to Meta on ‘child sexual abuse’ ads, Pg1

MeitY issues stern notice to Meta over Instagram's child sexual abuse ads, demanding immediate action and explanation within seven days.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

6 Jul, 2026

Govt. issues notice to Meta on ‘child sexual abuse’ ads, Pg1

MeitY issues stern notice to Meta over Instagram's child sexual abuse ads, demanding immediate action and explanation within seven days.

6 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

Why are there concerns over WhatsApp usernames?, Pg13

Indian government confronts WhatsApp, Telegram over new username feature, warning of massive online fraud and impersonation risks under IT Act.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

5 Jul, 2026

Why are there concerns over WhatsApp usernames?, Pg13

Indian government confronts WhatsApp, Telegram over new username feature, warning of massive online fraud and impersonation risks under IT Act.

5 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Govt to summon Meta on child sexual abuse ads, Pg15

IT Minister summons Meta over Instagram's alleged promotion of child sexual abuse material, demanding explanation for safeguard gaps.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

4 Jul, 2026

Govt to summon Meta on child sexual abuse ads, Pg15

IT Minister summons Meta over Instagram's alleged promotion of child sexual abuse material, demanding explanation for safeguard gaps.

4 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

A hold on AI, Pg10

UN report exposes AI's rapid, unregulated growth, deepening Global South-North divide, and warns of catastrophic societal harms, urging governments to hold tech firms accountable.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

3 Jul, 2026

A hold on AI, Pg10

UN report exposes AI's rapid, unregulated growth, deepening Global South-North divide, and warns of catastrophic societal harms, urging governments to hold tech firms accountable.

3 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Basics of Cyber Security

Govt looks at stricter rules for VPN providers: Office in India, appoint compliance officials, Pg1

India to mandate local offices, compliance officers for VPNs, aiming to curb content blocking bypass and enhance digital control.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Basics of Cyber Security

3 Jul, 2026

Govt looks at stricter rules for VPN providers: Office in India, appoint compliance officials, Pg1

India to mandate local offices, compliance officers for VPNs, aiming to curb content blocking bypass and enhance digital control.

3 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

30 Jun, 2026

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

30 Jun, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

US allows Anthropic to release Mythos AI to 'trusted' US firms, Pg11

US partially reverses AI ban, allowing Anthropic's Mythos 5 for critical infrastructure firms amid national security fears, sparking debate on tech oversight.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

28 Jun, 2026

US allows Anthropic to release Mythos AI to 'trusted' US firms, Pg11

US partially reverses AI ban, allowing Anthropic's Mythos 5 for critical infrastructure firms amid national security fears, sparking debate on tech oversight.

28 Jun, 2026

Basics of Cyber Security Money Laundering and its Prevention

CBI searches 80 locations, nabs 2 over ‘digital arrests’, Pg1

CBI's 'Operation Chakra-VI' busts massive 'digital arrest' cyber scam network, conducting 80 searches, arresting two, and uncovering ₹2 crore money laundering.

Basics of Cyber Security Money Laundering and its Prevention

26 Jun, 2026

CBI searches 80 locations, nabs 2 over ‘digital arrests’, Pg1

CBI's 'Operation Chakra-VI' busts massive 'digital arrest' cyber scam network, conducting 80 searches, arresting two, and uncovering ₹2 crore money laundering.

26 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security

Relief to digital fraud victims: How losses up to Rs 50K can be recovered, Pg13

RBI's new compensation mechanism offers digital fraud victims up to 85% recovery on losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security

26 Jun, 2026

Relief to digital fraud victims: How losses up to Rs 50K can be recovered, Pg13

RBI's new compensation mechanism offers digital fraud victims up to 85% recovery on losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027.

26 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Digital fraud: RBI revamps rules, widens framework, Pg13

RBI unveils revamped digital fraud compensation rules, offering 85% for losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027, widening liability framework.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

25 Jun, 2026

Digital fraud: RBI revamps rules, widens framework, Pg13

RBI unveils revamped digital fraud compensation rules, offering 85% for losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027, widening liability framework.

25 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security

BRICS can play a key role in tackling terrorism: PM, Pg16

PM Modi asserts BRICS's vital role in global security, combating terrorism, cyber threats, and championing Global South interests during India's 2026 chairship.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security

24 Jun, 2026

BRICS can play a key role in tackling terrorism: PM, Pg16

PM Modi asserts BRICS's vital role in global security, combating terrorism, cyber threats, and championing Global South interests during India's 2026 chairship.

24 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Basics of Cyber Security Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

The challenge of India’s digital sovereignty, Pg6

Foreign tech dependence jeopardizes India's digital sovereignty, exposing critical infrastructure to external control; urgent indigenous development and strategic alliances vital.

23 Jun, 2026

The challenge of India’s digital sovereignty, Pg6

Foreign tech dependence jeopardizes India's digital sovereignty, exposing critical infrastructure to external control; urgent indigenous development and strategic alliances vital.

23 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security