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The Indian government’s increased push for sovereign control over digital infrastructure has already curtailed individual freedoms in the country

The Centre has withdrawn its order directing smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app, citing a ten-fold rise in voluntary downloads. The November 28 mandate had stirred political controversy, with opposition parties alleging potential snooping risks

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia told Lok Sabha that the Sanchar Saathi app cannot enable snooping and exists solely to protect users. Amid criticism of mandatory pre-installation on all smartphones, he said the app empowers citizens and can be deleted if unwanted

India has mandated active SIM linkage for messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal, citing rising digital fraud. While telecom operators have welcomed the move for enhancing traceability, major tech firms have urged the government to pause implementation and review legal concerns

Samsung reviewing order, may take up concerns with government

The Indian Navy is hosting a seminar on cyber threats to the maritime sector, featuring top ministries, defence experts, and start-ups. The event promotes cybersecurity collaboration, indigenous innovation, and secure maritime growth under national development visions

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the risks of deepfake videos and AI-driven fraud, calling for stronger defences to protect public trust. She emphasised innovation must be secure, resilient, and inclusive, praising SEBI’s efforts to curb investor impersonation

A 57-year-old Bowenpally man was duped of Rs. 3.61 lakh by cyber fraudsters posing as antique coin traders on Facebook. Police have registered a case, and investigations are underway to trace the scammers

At the inaugural session of the Telangana Science Congress–2025 held at Kakatiya University, Hanamkonda, former DRDO Chairman Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy called on Indian youth to embrace innovation and global competition in emerging technologies such as AI, ML, cybersecurity, and quantum tech.

Infosys has inaugurated a new Centre for Advanced AI, Cybersecurity, and Space Technology in Hubballi, Karnataka. Part of its global Living Labs network, the facility enhances digital innovation and pushes its local workforce beyond 1,000 employees

With nearly 20 lakh accounts removed proactively the platform also introduced tools like Status Ads and Promoted Channels to expand business features, amid ongoing user safety efforts

Managing randomness — in human relations and in technology — is essential to achieving sustainable world peace and preventing war

Tehran-aligned and pro-Palestinian hacker collectives launch coordinated DDoS strikes on United States, exposing critical digital vulnerabilities as the fragile ceasefire teeters

Cybernews researchers have discovered 16 billion stolen login credentials compiled from 30 data breaches, potentially exposing accounts on platforms like Google and Facebook. Experts recommend changing passwords, using MFA, and adopting password managers to reduce vulnerability to cyberattacks

Google's first-ever Safety Engineering Centre in the Asia-Pacific region, inaugurated in Hyderabad will serve as a cybersecurity and AI research hub, focusing on safeguarding users from online fraud, protecting infrastructure, and advancing responsible AI development tailored to India’s digital landscape.

The students will also have access to the online course materials, collaborative learning tools and discussion forums to enhance their knowledge real-time

The Pakistani cybercriminals targeted multiple government websites in Rajasthan, with the latest being the Education Department's official portal

While netizens are hooked on the viral trend of transforming personal photos into Studio Ghibli-style art using AI tools, cybersecurity experts caution that while these tools may appear harmless, the terms of services are often vague, raising questions about what happens to user photos after they are processed

Hyderabad will be hosting a high-level conclave on use of AI as a tool for exploitation by criminals and the strategies to be adopted by police to counter them

‘SHIELD’ is a premier annual cybersecurity conclave from this year onwards, which aims to work together in building secure and resilient digital future