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Crime & Justice

Cunning Fraudster Arrested from Gurugram

Gurugram police have arrested a fraudster who cheated hotel operators by sending fake payment screenshots through phony apps.

Feb 28 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
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National & Local

Big rules changing from March 1st, affecting everything from train tickets to LPG to UPI, impacting your wallet

Several key rules will change from March 1, 2026, including regulations regarding LPG prices, train tickets, and SIM card binding, having a direct impact on people's monthly expenditures.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:16 UTC
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National & Local

SIM Binding Rule 2026: Major Impact on WhatsApp Use

The SIM Binding Rule set to take effect on March 1, 2026, will require messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to link to a SIM card, causing potential limitations on multi-device usage and WhatsApp Web.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
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National & Local

Cyber Security Center to be Established in India

Israel will provide significant assistance in establishing India's number one cyber security center aiming to counter cyber attacks and enhance network and system monitoring.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
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National & Local

From March 1, these users will not be able to use WhatsApp-Telegram, SIM binding being implemented

The Indian government is implementing a SIM binding rule that requires messaging apps to connect user accounts to their active SIM cards, affecting WhatsApp and Telegram users.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
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National & Local

NCERT Controversy: Education Ministry Orders Removal of Books from Social Media

The Indian government has ordered the removal of a controversial NCERT social science textbook from social media and digital platforms following a Supreme Court directive.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:54 UTC
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National & Local

Launch of New Rail Tech Portal by Railways, Startups to Get Funding, Here's How to Apply

The Indian Railways has launched a new Rail Tech Portal aimed at enhancing innovation and digital processes in the rail system, allowing startups to apply for funding solutions directly.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:27 UTC
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National & Local

'My company has been ruined...' Founder expresses pain, fear spreads over AI!

Fear over AI impacts employees and companies alike, with significant business model challenges seen in major Indian IT firms.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
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National & Local

Railway Rules: UTS App Will Not Work, Many Rules of Rail Will Change from March 1, If You Don't Know, You Will Suffer!

The UTS app will be discontinued on March 1, and replaced by a new super app called 'RailOne', which will facilitate ticket bookings for Indian Railways.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
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National & Local

Rajmarg Pravesh Portal Live: Why is it special for highways?

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the Rajmarg Pravesh Portal, which centralizes approvals for highway-related projects online.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
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National & Local

Need a petrol pump, food court, or road on the highway? Everything will be done with a click

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has launched an upgraded version of the Rajmarg Pravesh web portal to facilitate approvals for projects on national highways in India.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:09 UTC
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National & Local

PM Modi's Trumpet Resounds on Instagram... Becomes the First World Leader with 100 Million Followers, Trump Falls Behind

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new global record by surpassing 100 million followers on Instagram, becoming the first world leader to achieve this milestone.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:42 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Digital arrest leads to a scam of 2.13 crores against a retired officer of CAG, 3 arrested

Three individuals were arrested by Pune police for scamming a retired CAG officer out of 2.13 crores by employing a technique called digital arrest.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:23 UTC
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National & Local

RBI Bans Hidden Charges: Alert for Banks, Know...

The RBI has ordered banks to remove dark patterns from mobile apps and websites by July 2026, focusing on issues like hidden charges and misleading notifications to enhance transparency in digital banking.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
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National & Local

'No more hidden charges...', RBI orders banks to remove misleading tricks from apps

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has mandated banks to eliminate misleading practices from their apps to enhance transparency in digital banking by 2026.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:14 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Video Call, 25 Days of Digital Arrest... The Story of Fraud of 25 Million Rupees against a Doctor

A retired Air Force doctor in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, was defrauded of approximately โ‚น25 million over 25 days through a cyber scam that involved threats of legal action and continuous pressure via video calls.

Feb 25 โ€ข 01:09 UTC
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National & Local

Government's Major Action Against Obscene Content, Blocks These 5 OTT Platforms

The Indian government has taken significant action by blocking five OTT platforms for streaming objectionable and obscene content.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:19 UTC
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Life & Tech

Cuddlers, Line Standers... These Jobs Where Work is Minimal and Money is Plentiful!

The article discusses unusual professions in today's global economy that require little effort but offer significant financial rewards, such as professional cuddlers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:39 UTC
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National & Local

New education model with smart classes and digital libraries in Delhi

The Delhi government has introduced a new education model providing smart classes and digital libraries in schools, addressing previous shortcomings in infrastructure and budget.

Feb 22 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
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Crime & Justice

'Digital Arrest' for 60 Days... 3 Crore Fraud Against a 70-Year-Old Woman

A 70-year-old woman in Dehradun was defrauded of 3 crore rupees by cybercriminals posing as CBI officers and threatening her over a 60-day period.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:14 UTC
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National & Local

Phone calls saying 'You have been digitally arrested'... PM Modi gives safety mantra

PM Modi warns citizens about digital arrest scams during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, advising caution against cyber criminals.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:11 UTC
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National & Local

'What to Watch, Decide for Yourself...' Mohan Bhagwat's Statement on OTT Content

Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the RSS, emphasized the responsibility of viewers to choose their content on OTT platforms during a recent event in Meerut.

Feb 22 โ€ข 02:24 UTC
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National & Local

'Was about to jump and end my life', Haseena was in pain, father cried after seeing the situation, she said - suicide...

Asmita Adhikari, a digital content creator, revealed her struggles with mental health and a previous suicide attempt in an emotional interview.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

Will cash payments be eliminated at Toll Plazas?

The article discusses the potential end of cash payments at Indian toll plazas.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
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National & Local

Preparation to End Cash Payments at Toll Plazas, Payments Will Only Be Made via FASTag or UPI

The Indian National Highways Authority is planning to completely end cash payments at national highway toll plazas by April 1, 2026, switching exclusively to digital payment methods like FASTag and UPI.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
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Sports

India-PAK match breaks viewership records, sets new history in the World Cup

The recent cricket match between India and Pakistan shattered viewership records, with 163 million viewers tuning in on digital platforms.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:27 UTC
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National & Local

India at the Forefront of Digital Transactions

India has become a leader in digital transactions, showcasing rapid growth and achievements in this area.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
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National & Local

Social Media Ban for Children under 15, Will India Follow Macron's Advice?

French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed a social media ban for children under 15 during his meeting with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging India to enhance digital safety for children.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:40 UTC
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National & Local

Tax Scam of 70 Thousand Crores in the Restaurant Sector... Shocking Revelations in Investigation

A significant tax scam in the Indian restaurant sector has been uncovered, revealing hidden turnovers amounting to approximately 70,000 crores since 2019-20, as disclosed by the Income Tax Department's investigation.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
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World

Artificial Intelligence: Is the AI Enlightenment Coming or the End of the World?

In India, discussions are focused on the future of artificial intelligence, featuring prominent figures including Germany's Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
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National & Local

'Live Accident' for Content... Who Will Stop This Digital Madness?

The tragic road accident that claimed the life of 23-year-old Sahil Dhanishra in Dwarka, Delhi, raises serious concerns about road safety and the impact of social media on dangerous behaviors.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:26 UTC
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World

Narendra Modi presents India as a global artificial intelligence hub

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's ambitions to be a leading center for artificial intelligence at a global summit in New Delhi.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
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National & Local

What is Aadhaar AI Mitra?

The article explores the concept of Aadhaar AI Mitra, a digital assistant related to India's Aadhaar system.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
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National & Local

Podcast discusses digital partnership between Brazil and India and Modi's leadership against big techs

Brazilian President Lula visits India for a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi and to participate in an international summit on artificial intelligence.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
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World

Macron tells India AI summit Europe is determined to 'shape rules' with allies

President Macron emphasizes Europe's role in regulating artificial intelligence and collaborating with allies like India during the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:50 UTC
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National & Local

Beauty filter fails live, influencer's true self revealed in 4 seconds!

During a live broadcast, a Chinese content creator experienced a shocking moment when her beauty filter suddenly stopped working, revealing her natural appearance and sparking discussions on digital beauty standards.

Feb 19 โ€ข 03:48 UTC
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World

Google to make multimillion-dollar investment in fiber optic route between the United States and India

Google is set to invest in building two fiber optic routes that will enhance connectivity between the United States and India using cutting-edge technology.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
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National & Local

India Today AI Summit: Should there be digital governance on AI or not? This is the expert's opinion

Experts at the India Today AI Summit discuss the necessity and challenges of artificial intelligence governance in India.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:48 UTC
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National & Local

From Athens to New Delhi: Greece's Bet in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

Greece aims to position itself as a key digital hub between Europe and the Indo-Pacific at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, which is attracting global attention and participation.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
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National & Local

Now UPI Fraud Will Be Curbed, AI Will Identify Scams in Real-Time

Experts discussed the use of AI in preventing UPI fraud during a session at the AI Summit 2026, unveiling a new application that can track and block suspicious transactions instantly.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:21 UTC
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National & Local

Why did YouTube go down from the US to India?

YouTube experienced a global outage, causing issues for millions of users, with the company providing an explanation for the incident.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
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National & Local

Every hand with a smartphone, every place a creator, this is how big Indiaโ€™s creator economy has become

India's creator economy has flourished, with significant changes in media and entertainment influenced by the widespread availability of smartphones.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:55 UTC
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National & Local

India discussing age restrictions with social media platforms

India is in talks with social media companies about implementing age restrictions following similar initiatives in other countries.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:41 UTC
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World

SZ in the Morning: News of the Day โ€“ Overview for the Busy

European politicians are feeling fatigued after the Munich Security Conference, while French President Emmanuel Macron and German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger travel to India for an AI summit.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
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National & Local

From Child Safety to Healthcare... Big Announcement at AI Impact Summit Today

The second day of the AI Impact Summit 2026 features discussions on child safety, healthcare, and societal impacts, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the main AI Expo featuring around 300 exhibitions.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:18 UTC
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National & Local

Can India Break the Big-Tech Monopoly on Artificial Intelligence?

India is hosting the fourth summit on artificial intelligence in New Delhi, aiming to shift the digital power dynamics globally and reduce the traditional monopoly held by the US, China, and Japan in shaping the regulations of this vital sector.

Feb 16 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
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National & Local

'Digital Loot' in the Name of Board Exams! Fake Papers Being Sold on Telegram for 1,000

A network of cyber fraudsters has resurfaced, selling fake board exam papers on Telegram for between 500 to 1,000 rupees, targeting anxious students.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:39 UTC
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World

Indian Prime Minister Wants to Tighten the Noose on Big Techs at Event with Heads of State

India is taking a strong stance on regulating big tech companies as it hosts the largest global event on the impacts of technology, focusing on algorithm transparency and accountability.

Feb 16 โ€ข 15:33 UTC
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National & Local

Fraud is happening in the name of FASTag annual pass!

The article discusses scams related to the FASTag annual passes in India.

Feb 16 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
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National & Local

Digital Cleanup Drive: Over 1600 Offensive Links Removed, Action Taken on 125 Fake Trading Apps

The Haryana police launched a significant campaign to combat online fraud and offensive content, removing over 1,600 links and taking action against 125 fake trading apps in coordination with the central government.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:24 UTC

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