IIT Delhi & CyberPeace launch E-Raksha Hackathon 2026. A 36-hour national event from Jan 16-18 focusing on AI, IoT security & deepfake detection. Winners get Rs 3 lakh & showcase at India AI Summit.
IIT Delhi partners with CyberPeace for a national hackathon from Jan 16-18. Students to tackle AI, deepfakes & IoT security. Winners get cash prizes & a spot at India AI Impact Summit 2026.
IIT Delhi's eDC and CyberPeace launch eRaksha Hackathon 2026, a national event for students to build AI-powered solutions for digital safety and national security. Read more.
IIT Kanpur's C3iHub held a crucial two-day maritime cybersecurity training for Indian Ports Association officials, covering threats, forensics, and network security. Read about India's port security upgrade.
Indian government discusses with WhatsApp the massive monthly bans of Indian accounts. Officials seek mobile number details to track online fraud and scams, citing misuse on platforms like Telegram.
IIT Kanpur's C3iHub extends registration for HACK IITK 2026 cybersecurity hackathon to Jan 10, 2026. Features Rs 30 lakh+ prize pool, hybrid mode, and critical infrastructure security focus. Register now!
Vineeth Sendilraj, a 19-year-old Indian-origin student at Georgia Tech, secures a role at Elon Musk's xAI after his team won a hackathon and he went viral online. Read his inspiring journey.
Vineeth Sendilraj, an Indian-origin techie mocked for his drinking habits, lands a job at Elon Musk's xAI. Read his inspiring full-circle journey from online trolling to AI innovation.
Following a costly cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover, Tata Consultancy Services is piloting new security protocols for top clients to prevent future breaches and limit financial damage. Learn about the response and risks.
Global Capability Centres are now India's primary tech job engine, adding 18-27% more staff annually vs 4-6% for IT services. Discover the skills in demand and salary trends shaping the future.
Nationwide IndiGo flight disruptions due to crew shortage cause chaos at Delhi's IGI Airport. Passengers, including hackathon finalists, face cancellations, lost luggage, and mounting stress. Read the full story.
Using public Wi-Fi in India? Learn how cybercriminals exploit cafes, airports & hotel networks to steal data. Essential security steps to protect your laptop now.
MumbaiHacks 2025, the world's largest agentic AI hackathon, concluded with INR 1 crore in prizes. Discover the winning projects and India's rising AI talent.
Seqrite's India Cyber Threat Report 2026 reveals a staggering 265 million malware detections. Discover the top threats, targeted sectors, and new enterprise security services launched to combat this surge.
A Delhi man cleverly used ChatGPT to create a trap for a scammer impersonating his senior. He captured the fraudster's photo, GPS location, and IP address. Read how he turned the tables.
Indusface introduces AppTrana AI Shield, a new security solution to protect organizations from risks associated with scaling generative AI applications safely. Learn how it works.
An Ahmedabad mother's baby monitor was easily hacked, revealing a national crisis. Over 21,000 Indian cameras are exposed. Learn how to protect your home.
The Indian government has revoked its order forcing smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app. The move follows intense backlash over privacy and surveillance concerns. Read the full story here.
The Indian government has withdrawn its directive for mandatory pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on new smartphones, citing rising voluntary adoption. Discover the details and impact.
The Centre's order to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on all phones has triggered a major debate on digital security versus privacy. Explore the facts and expert opinions.
The Indian government's order to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app faces pushback from tech giants and the Opposition over privacy and operational issues. Also: Putin's India visit, cosmic discovery, and more.
Ex-NBA star Matt Barnes reveals he paid $61,000 in an AI-powered deepfake extortion scheme. The scam, involving fabricated videos, exposes a growing digital threat to celebrities. Read the shocking details.
A new government directive mandating pre-installed, non-removable Sanchar Saathi apps on phones triggers surveillance concerns. Experts warn of permanent device-level access.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reveals Sanchar Saathi app's success: 20 crore portal users, 40.96 lakh fraudulent connections disconnected. Learn how this tool fights cyber fraud.
India's DoT orders Apple, Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo to pre-install Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on new devices. Get details on the 90-day deadline, app features, and user permissions.
The Indian government mandates smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app for cybersecurity. Industry and privacy advocates express concerns. Read the full details.
In a major twist, a higher court acquits BrahMos scientist Nishant Agarwal of espionage charges, citing no proof of intent to share missile secrets with Pakistan. The case highlights cybersecurity gaps in defence institutions. Read the full story.
India's Ministry of Communications directs Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Oppo to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on new devices within 90 days. Learn how this move aims to combat mobile fraud.
India's DoT mandates SIM binding for messaging apps like WhatsApp & Telegram within 90 days to curb fraud. Users must have active SIM in device. Learn the new rules.
India's telecom ministry orders smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on all new devices. The move aims to combat phone theft and fraud but may clash with Apple's policies. Read the full story.