Category: Science & Technology

Cyber Security Workshop for Senior Officials to Address Evolving Challenges, Aims for a Resilient Digital India

Manish Kumar

The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, organized a ‘Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Workshop on Cyber Security’ in New Delhi on September 18, 2024. The workshop, part of the “Cyber Surakshit Bharat” initiative, witnessed participation from over 250 CISOs, Deputy CISOs, frontline IT officers, and senior officials from various Ministries and State Departments. The inaugural session was graced by key dignitaries, including Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY; Shri Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, MeitY; Ms. Savita Utreja, Group Coordinator (Cyber Security), MeitY and Shri Nand…

Google Triumphs in EU Antitrust Case, Overhauling $1.6 Billion Fine

Manish Kumar

In a significant legal victory for Google, the European Union’s Court of Justice has overturned a hefty $1.6 billion antitrust fine imposed on the tech giant. The fine had been levied in connection with allegations that Google abused its dominant position in the online advertising market. This landmark decision reshapes the landscape of EU antitrust enforcement and could have broad implications for how competition laws are applied to major technology firms. The European Commission originally imposed the fine in 2019, accusing Google of anti-competitive practices in its online advertising business.…

DPDP to Opt for Consent Framework Over Strict Rules

Manish Kumar

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, the Indian government is considering the introduction of an umbrella framework to guide companies on consent management practices, rather than issuing detailed, prescriptive rules. This approach aims to provide businesses with flexibility while ensuring that data protection principles are upheld. The executive rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act are designed to balance the need for robust data protection with practical considerations for smaller organizations and educational institutions. The rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act are expected…

India-Denmark Maritime Partnership Advances with Emphasis on Green Shipping and Digital Solutions

Manish Kumar

India and Denmark’s maritime relations continue to strengthen, with both nations working closely to advance sustainable maritime practices. Under the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, the collaboration has expanded across key areas such as Quality shipping, Cooperation on Port State Control, Maritime training and education, research and development, Piracy, Green maritime technology, shipbuilding and green shipping. Denmark, a global leader in sustainable maritime technologies, has been sharing its expertise in green and digital solutions, aligning with India’s goals under the Sagarmala initiative and the Maritime India Vision 2030. Scope of the…

Unrest at Samsung Plant Sparks Protest in Chennai

Manish Kumar

Operations at Samsung Electronics’ plant in southern India have been disrupted for the ninth consecutive day as hundreds of employees continue to strike for higher wages. This marks a rare instance of labor unrest for the South Korean electronics giant. As India’s largest consumer electronics company, Samsung considers the country a critical growth market, where it competes with other major players like LG Electronics. The plant produces a wide range of products, including televisions, refrigerators, and smartphones. The ongoing strike could have significant implications for the company’s production and market supply in the region.   The strike-hit plant is the…

Dr. Jitendra Singh Kicks Off 4th Edition of Global Bio India 2024

Manish Kumar

“Global Bio India Unveils 30 Breakthrough Startups, Paving the Way for the Future of Biotech” says Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh at the inaugural ceremony of Global Bio India 2024 here today at Pragati Maidan. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the Global Bio India Conference, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, MoS Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh congratulated DBT and BIRAC for enabling the phenomenal…

Centre Announces Plan to Train 5,000 Cyber Commandos Over Five Years for Cybercrime Defense

Manish Kumar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged cybersecurity agencies to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to identify the modus operandi of criminals duping people of their hard-earned money, spreading fake news and abusing women and children online. Taking a massive step to ensure cyber security in the country, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced several new initiatives, including training 5,000 ‘cyber commandos’, setting up a web-based data registry as well as a portal to share cyber crime information. he also suggested a national registry of suspects to prevent future crimes. He stated…

Cybersecurity Extends Beyond Digital: A Crucial Component of National Security

Manish Kumar

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah addressed the first Foundation Day program of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) as the Chief Guest at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi today and launched key initiatives for prevention of cyber crime. The Home Minister dedicated the Cyber ​​Fraud Mitigation Centre (CFMC) to the nation and launched the Samanvay platform (Joint Cyber ​​Crime Investigation Facility System). Shri Amit Shah also inaugurated the ‘Cyber ​​Commandos’ program and Suspect Registry. The Union Home Minister also unveiled the new logo, vision and mission…

Digital India Vision: MeitY Unveils Phase III of Capacity-Building Initiatives

Manish Kumar

As part of its ongoing commitment to the Digital India vision, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the third phase of its capacity-building initiatives. These initiatives focus on critical areas such as Digital Public Infrastructure, Contract and Procurement Management, the Application of AI & ML, Managing Large Digital Transformation Projects, Digital Governance, and Data Management. To enhance the capabilities of officials at both Central and State levels, a series of specialized training programmes are being conducted across the country. The second regional programme of this series focused on ‘Digital Public Infrastructure,’ was inaugurated on 10th September…

Telecom Licenses and Wireless Equipment Approvals Streamlined by DoT

Manish Kumar

Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced significant changes to the processes for issuing Experimental Licenses, Demonstration Licenses, and Equipment Type Approvals (ETA). These changes are part of its ongoing efforts to enhance ease of doing business in the telecom sector. These reforms are aimed at reducing delays and simplifying regulatory requirements, fostering innovation and streamlining operations for businesses and telecom operators. For Experimental Licenses (Radiating Category), fixed timelines have been introduced to ensure quicker approvals. For Experimental Licenses cases not requiring Inter-Ministerial Consultation, the license will be deemed issued after 30…