"cyber-security"

The Ministry of External Affairs has urged the public to exercise caution over a fake X account, @MEABharat, which is impersonating the ministry. The MEA also warned against fraudulent individuals claiming to be ministry policy advisors

WhatsApp has clarified that its upcoming username feature is optional and includes safeguards against impersonation. The statement follows an Indian government order giving Meta three days to explain the feature and halting its domestic rollout pending regulatory consultations

India is considering issuing a notice to WhatsApp over its upcoming username feature. Government officials and cybersecurity experts fear the phone-number-hiding update could trigger a wave of impersonation fraud, potentially violating the country's strict Telecom Cyber Security Rules

The RBI has identified AI-enabled cyber attacks as the biggest near-term cyber threat facing India's banking system. While banks have strengthened cyber risk management practices, the central bank said employee awareness, forensic preparedness and incident response capabilities require further improvement

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged Bharti Enterprises Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal to establish a larger data centre and AI infrastructure campus in Telangana. Sunil Mittal said the company was considering Hyderabad as Airtel's second headquarters and would expand its operations.

The Supreme Court of India asked MeitY to treat a PIL on stolen personal data as a representation, saying the issue was highly technical. The plea sought implementation of the DPDP Act, destruction of leaked data on foreign servers, and stronger safeguards against cybercrime

Anil Chauhan visited the UK, holding talks with Luke Pollard and Seema Malhotra to boost India–UK defence ties, focusing on cyber, intelligence, space cooperation, and military modernisation amid evolving global security challenges

Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu said Telangana is emerging as a major hub for aerospace, defence and space sectors, with strong growth and exports. He invited US collaboration in technology, research and manufacturing during a meeting with a US delegation.

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Union IT Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarified that the Sanchar Saathi app is optional and can be deleted amid rising privacy concerns. The Centre’s pre-installation order has drawn criticism, even as the government says the move aims to curb cyber fraud

The National Academy of Cyber Security invites online applications from Telangana for government-certified cyber security and ethical hacking courses. Eligible candidates can apply for diploma to master-level programs with promising career prospects.

Jaguar Land Rover has extended its production shutdown until October 1 following a cyberattack that disrupted global operations. The halt, nearing a month, is costing millions daily, straining suppliers and prompting UK government and union calls for urgent support

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has uncovered a new cyber fraud where victims receive fake ‘DoT-verified’ smartphones preloaded with malware that hijacks OTPs. A Hyderabad man lost Rs. 77 lakh in 24 hours. TGCSB has issued safety advisories

The National Cyber Security Scholar Program equips India’s defence veterans with elite cyber leadership skills, blending real-world training and national service ethos to prepare them for key roles in safeguarding critical infrastructure

CoinDCX has reported a USD 44.2 million security breach linked to an internal operational account. Founders assured users their funds remain unaffected. The company is bearing the entire loss and has launched a forensic investigation with global cybersecurity firms

The company during the Google India Summit unveiled Safety Charter which is built around three key goals — keeping internet users safe from scams and frauds, strengthening cybersecurity for governments and businesses and building responsible AI systems

NPCI and IDRBT will jointly offer specialised training programmes for technology and cyber security professionals in the banking and digital payments sectors

Cyber security experts urged people to be more vigilant and proactive in taking preventive measures and avoid becoming victims of cybercrimes

“The government is in discussions to establish cyber defence centre in Hyderabad. It will safeguard citizens and government entities from cyber threats,” Sridhar Babu said at the Cyber Security Conclave 2025

The space sector has put forward its demand ahead of the Union Budget for 2025-26 on February 1