From Congress Candidate To Modi’s Go-To Technocrat: Why Nandan Nilekani’s Appointment To NTA Reforms Panel Stands Out

From Congress Candidate To Modi’s Go-To Technocrat: Why Nandan Nilekani’s Appointment To NTA Reforms Panel Stands Out

Last Updated:July 26, 2026, 11:11 PM IST The composition of the six-member task force makes it clear that the Centre is treating NTA reform as a national governance and technology challenge. Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani’s appointment to the NTA reform task force marks the Modi government’s push to leverage technology, governance and institutional expertise to…

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North Korean Hackers Linked To Nearly Half Of US Tech Sector Intrusions, Says CrowdStrike

North Korean Hackers Linked To Nearly Half Of US Tech Sector Intrusions, Says CrowdStrike

North Korean cyber operatives were responsible for nearly half of all state-backed intrusions targeting the technology sector over the past year, according to a new report released by cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. The findings highlight the growing threat posed by hackers linked to the isolated nation, who are increasingly using fake identities to infiltrate companies. CrowdStrike…

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A Call, a Threat, a Transfer: What is a digital arrest and can a ‘kill switch’ stop it?

    A Call, a Threat, a Transfer: What is a digital arrest and can a ‘kill switch’ stop it?

    India is witnessing a rise in cases of ‘digital arrest’ and cyber fraud, where criminals impersonate police officers or officials from investigative agencies and coerce victims into transferring large sums of money. The idea was discussed by a high-level inter-departmental committee formed in December under the leadership of a special secretary of the ministry. The…

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    Instagram Data Breach: Was There Any Leak That Exposed 17.5 Million Accounts? Meta Responded And How To Stay Safe

      Instagram Data Breach: Was There Any Leak That Exposed 17.5 Million Accounts? Meta Responded And How To Stay Safe

      Instagram Data Leak: A major cybersecurity warning is raising alarms for Instagram users everywhere. A recent data leak has left millions of accounts exposed, putting personal information at risk. Adding to the concern, hackers are exploiting the breach through a wave of ‘password reset’ attacks, attempting to gain unauthorized access. Reports reveal that 17.5 million…

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      India’s National AI Ecosystem Lowers Entry Barriers For Finance Sector: Report

        India’s National AI Ecosystem Lowers Entry Barriers For Finance Sector: Report

        New Delhi: The Central Government’s efforts to build national AI ecosystem will make AI resources accessible to smaller players in financial services beyond large incumbents, a report said on Wednesday. The report from business consultancy firm Grant Thornton Bharat said that the shift means firms must proactively align their systems with these platforms and contribute…

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