cyber security
Tirupati Temple Revolutionizes Pilgrim Experience: AI Technology to Reduce Wait Times to Just 2 Hours
Nov 06, 2025 12:58 am CST
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Board is implementing an ambitious AI-driven initiative to reduce pilgrim waiting times to just two hours. Under Chairman B R Naidu's leadership, the temple is embracing digital transformation with enhanced security measures, reclaiming sacred lands, and expanding its presence across India while improving devotee services including record-breaking laddu production and upgraded Annaprasadam facilities.
Mumbai Cyber Police Arrest Two in Rs 50 Lakh Digital Arrest Scam Targeting Senior Citizens
Oct 29, 2025 08:40 pm CST
Mumbai Cyber Police have arrested two individuals involved in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam that defrauded senior citizens of Rs 50 lakh. The criminals posed as police officials, created fake documents, and kept victims on video calls for days while extorting money. Authorities warn citizens that digital arrests have no legal basis in India and provide essential safety guidelines to avoid such scams.
Telugu Actor Chiranjeevi Files Legal Case Against AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Containing Obscene Content
Oct 28, 2025 01:04 am CST
Police in Hyderabad have registered a case following Telugu actor Chiranjeevi's complaint about AI-generated deepfake videos misusing his image in obscene content. The case, filed under IT Act and other relevant laws, targets websites distributing these fabricated videos that damage the veteran actor's reputation. A court has already issued interim orders protecting Chiranjeevi's identity from unauthorized use.
Supreme Court Takes Action Against Digital Arrest Scams and Cyber Fraud in India
Oct 17, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to the Central government and investigative agencies regarding the alarming rise in digital arrest scams and cyber frauds. After a senior citizen couple lost Rs 1.5 crore to scammers impersonating officials and using forged judicial orders, the court emphasized that such crimes undermine public trust in the judiciary and require coordinated efforts between central and state governments to combat effectively.
Supreme Court Condemns Digital Arrest Scams Targeting Senior Citizens: A Growing Cybercrime Crisis in India
Oct 17, 2025 03:43 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has raised serious concerns about the rising phenomenon of "digital arrests" after fraudsters extorted Rs 1.05 crore from an elderly couple in Ambala by using forged court orders and impersonating government officials. Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi have called for coordinated action between central and state police to address this growing cybercrime trend that specifically targets senior citizens and undermines public trust in judicial institutions.
Multiple North American Airports Hit by Coordinated Cyber Attack Broadcasting Pro-Hamas Messages
Oct 17, 2025 07:16 am CST
Four regional airports across Canada and the United States fell victim to a coordinated cyber attack where hackers compromised public address systems to broadcast pro-Hamas and anti-Trump messages. Security agencies are investigating the breach that targeted third-party software at Kelowna, Victoria, Windsor, and Harrisburg International airports, highlighting growing concerns about infrastructure vulnerabilities at transportation hubs.
India's Digital Revolution: How 1GB Data Costs Less Than Tea and PM Modi's Vision for Tech Manufacturing
Oct 08, 2025 08:09 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcases India's remarkable digital transformation, highlighting how 1GB of wireless data now costs less than a cup of tea. With the world's second-largest telecom market, indigenous 4G/5G technology, and ambitious plans for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, Modi emphasizes that India's democratic framework and business-friendly policies make it the optimal time to "invest, innovate, and make in India" as the country positions itself as a global technology leader.
Jaguar Land Rover Resumes UK Production After Month-Long Cyberattack Disruption
Oct 07, 2025 10:36 pm CST
Jaguar Land Rover announces gradual resumption of UK production operations following a significant cyberattack that disrupted manufacturing for over a month. The company has implemented a new supplier financing program and received government-backed loan guarantees worth £1.5 billion while reporting a 24% drop in wholesale volumes and 17% decline in retail sales for the latest quarter.
Contrasting Approaches to Social Media Regulation: Andhra Pradesh's Legislative Path vs Telangana's Surveillance Strategy
Oct 03, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are implementing distinctly different strategies to regulate social media content and behavior. While Andhra Pradesh forms a ministerial committee to draft comprehensive legislation addressing misinformation, Telangana takes a more controversial surveillance approach by opening "history sheets" on repeat social media offenders, raising concerns about the balance between digital governance and constitutional freedoms.
Major Piracy Network Dismantled: Rs 3,700-Crore Cryptocurrency-Powered Operation Targeting Telugu Film Industry
Sep 29, 2025 08:10 pm CST
Hyderabad authorities have dismantled a sophisticated multi-state movie piracy network that caused Rs 3,700 crore in losses to the Telugu film industry. The operation, which used cryptocurrency for all transactions, involved server hacking and in-theater recording techniques. Five suspects were arrested, including the mastermind behind 1TamilBlasters who earned over Rs 2 crore from illegal film distribution since 2020.