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Supreme Court Grants CBI Full Authority to Investigate Digital Arrest Scams Under Prevention of Corruption Act
Dec 01, 2025 07:15 pm CST
The Supreme Court has authorized the CBI to thoroughly investigate digital arrest scams, allowing them to access phone data, freeze bank accounts, and probe bank officials. The court has mandated cooperation from IT authorities, telecom operators, and state governments, while also seeking RBI's input on implementing AI to identify suspicious accounts.
India's Official Caller ID System: How CNAP Will Display Verified Caller Names Without Internet
Oct 30, 2025 07:16 pm CST
India is launching CNAP (Calling Name Presentation), a government-backed caller ID system that displays verified caller names directly from telecom records without requiring internet connectivity. This TRAI-approved system will help users identify callers and prevent fraud, with telecom operators now preparing databases to link phone numbers with verified identities.
Apple's iPhone 17 Launch Draws Hundreds In Long Queue At Beijing Store
Sep 19, 2025 01:33 pm CST
Apple says the base model iPhone 17 has a brighter, more scratch-resistant screen and will also have a better front-facing camera that will make horizontal selfies look better.