Basics of Cyber Security

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Basics of Cyber Security

Govt looks at stricter rules for VPN providers: Office in India, appoint compliance officials, Pg1

India to mandate local offices, compliance officers for VPNs, aiming to curb content blocking bypass and enhance digital control.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Basics of Cyber Security

3 Jul, 2026

Govt looks at stricter rules for VPN providers: Office in India, appoint compliance officials, Pg1

India to mandate local offices, compliance officers for VPNs, aiming to curb content blocking bypass and enhance digital control.

3 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

30 Jun, 2026

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

30 Jun, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

US allows Anthropic to release Mythos AI to 'trusted' US firms, Pg11

US partially reverses AI ban, allowing Anthropic's Mythos 5 for critical infrastructure firms amid national security fears, sparking debate on tech oversight.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

28 Jun, 2026

US allows Anthropic to release Mythos AI to 'trusted' US firms, Pg11

US partially reverses AI ban, allowing Anthropic's Mythos 5 for critical infrastructure firms amid national security fears, sparking debate on tech oversight.

28 Jun, 2026

Basics of Cyber Security Money Laundering and its Prevention

CBI searches 80 locations, nabs 2 over ‘digital arrests’, Pg1

CBI's 'Operation Chakra-VI' busts massive 'digital arrest' cyber scam network, conducting 80 searches, arresting two, and uncovering ₹2 crore money laundering.

Basics of Cyber Security Money Laundering and its Prevention

26 Jun, 2026

CBI searches 80 locations, nabs 2 over ‘digital arrests’, Pg1

CBI's 'Operation Chakra-VI' busts massive 'digital arrest' cyber scam network, conducting 80 searches, arresting two, and uncovering ₹2 crore money laundering.

26 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security

Relief to digital fraud victims: How losses up to Rs 50K can be recovered, Pg13

RBI's new compensation mechanism offers digital fraud victims up to 85% recovery on losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security

26 Jun, 2026

Relief to digital fraud victims: How losses up to Rs 50K can be recovered, Pg13

RBI's new compensation mechanism offers digital fraud victims up to 85% recovery on losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027.

26 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Digital fraud: RBI revamps rules, widens framework, Pg13

RBI unveils revamped digital fraud compensation rules, offering 85% for losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027, widening liability framework.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

25 Jun, 2026

Digital fraud: RBI revamps rules, widens framework, Pg13

RBI unveils revamped digital fraud compensation rules, offering 85% for losses up to Rs 50,000, effective January 2027, widening liability framework.

25 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security

BRICS can play a key role in tackling terrorism: PM, Pg16

PM Modi asserts BRICS's vital role in global security, combating terrorism, cyber threats, and championing Global South interests during India's 2026 chairship.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security

24 Jun, 2026

BRICS can play a key role in tackling terrorism: PM, Pg16

PM Modi asserts BRICS's vital role in global security, combating terrorism, cyber threats, and championing Global South interests during India's 2026 chairship.

24 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Basics of Cyber Security Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

The challenge of India’s digital sovereignty, Pg6

Foreign tech dependence jeopardizes India's digital sovereignty, exposing critical infrastructure to external control; urgent indigenous development and strategic alliances vital.

23 Jun, 2026

The challenge of India’s digital sovereignty, Pg6

Foreign tech dependence jeopardizes India's digital sovereignty, exposing critical infrastructure to external control; urgent indigenous development and strategic alliances vital.

23 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security

2-day BRICS NSA meet from tomorrow in Delhi, Pg7

India hosts BRICS NSAs meet in Delhi, addressing non-traditional security challenges, counter-terrorism, and ICT threats ahead of September summit.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors Basics of Cyber Security

21 Jun, 2026

2-day BRICS NSA meet from tomorrow in Delhi, Pg7

India hosts BRICS NSAs meet in Delhi, addressing non-traditional security challenges, counter-terrorism, and ICT threats ahead of September summit.

21 Jun, 2026

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

Telegram evolved into ‘new dark web’, govt. tells Delhi HC, Pg1

Union government labels Telegram 'new dark web' in Delhi HC, citing cybercrime, terror, and paper leak threats, prompting temporary ban under IT Act.

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

19 Jun, 2026

Telegram evolved into ‘new dark web’, govt. tells Delhi HC, Pg1

Union government labels Telegram 'new dark web' in Delhi HC, citing cybercrime, terror, and paper leak threats, prompting temporary ban under IT Act.

19 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

G7 leaders, top tech bosses discuss AI security and mythos, Pg12

G7 leaders push for broader access to advanced US AI models like Anthropic's Mythos, balancing security risks with tech sovereignty.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

18 Jun, 2026

G7 leaders, top tech bosses discuss AI security and mythos, Pg12

G7 leaders push for broader access to advanced US AI models like Anthropic's Mythos, balancing security risks with tech sovereignty.

18 Jun, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Basics of Cyber Security Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Centre issues alert on potential drone attacks on vital installations, Pg12

Centre issues urgent alert on potential drone attacks targeting vital installations along borders, prompting counter-drone tech deployment.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Basics of Cyber Security Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

16 Jun, 2026

Centre issues alert on potential drone attacks on vital installations, Pg12

Centre issues urgent alert on potential drone attacks targeting vital installations along borders, prompting counter-drone tech deployment.

16 Jun, 2026

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

What is drop shipping, and what are the risks for online shoppers?, Pg11

Unmasking drop shipping: The hidden e-commerce model where middlemen sell products they don't own, posing significant risks for unsuspecting online shoppers.

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

15 Jun, 2026

What is drop shipping, and what are the risks for online shoppers?, Pg11

Unmasking drop shipping: The hidden e-commerce model where middlemen sell products they don't own, posing significant risks for unsuspecting online shoppers.

15 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

Securing India against the threat of a ‘Mythocalypse’, Pg8

Advanced AI 'Mythos' model threatens India's critical infrastructure with zero-day exploits, demanding urgent defensive AI partnerships, dedicated safety institutes, and robust accountability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

10 Jun, 2026

Securing India against the threat of a ‘Mythocalypse’, Pg8

Advanced AI 'Mythos' model threatens India's critical infrastructure with zero-day exploits, demanding urgent defensive AI partnerships, dedicated safety institutes, and robust accountability.

10 Jun, 2026

IT and Computers Biotechnology Basics of Cyber Security

‘Amplifying’ random numbers brings a breakthrough in digital security, Pg2

Quantum physics breakthrough: ETH Zürich researchers amplify random numbers using entanglement, creating certifiably perfect randomness for robust digital security.

IT and Computers Biotechnology Basics of Cyber Security

9 Jun, 2026

‘Amplifying’ random numbers brings a breakthrough in digital security, Pg2

Quantum physics breakthrough: ETH Zürich researchers amplify random numbers using entanglement, creating certifiably perfect randomness for robust digital security.

9 Jun, 2026

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Basics of Cyber Security Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

India expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2025, says SIPRI, Pg12

SIPRI reveals India expanded nuclear arsenal to 190 warheads by 2026, becoming 5th largest military spender, integrating cyber warfare amid regional tensions.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Basics of Cyber Security Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

9 Jun, 2026

India expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2025, says SIPRI, Pg12

SIPRI reveals India expanded nuclear arsenal to 190 warheads by 2026, becoming 5th largest military spender, integrating cyber warfare amid regional tensions.

9 Jun, 2026

Education Sector E Governance Basics of Cyber Security

IIT panel gives nod to CBSE examiner portal, paves way for re-evaluation, Pg8

IIT panel gives final security nod to CBSE's Class 12 re-evaluation portal, enabling student reassessments after fixing critical vulnerabilities.

Education Sector E Governance Basics of Cyber Security

8 Jun, 2026

IIT panel gives nod to CBSE examiner portal, paves way for re-evaluation, Pg8

IIT panel gives final security nod to CBSE's Class 12 re-evaluation portal, enabling student reassessments after fixing critical vulnerabilities.

8 Jun, 2026

IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

Key cybersecurity agencies set to get access to Anthropic's Mythos, Pg3

US AI firm Anthropic grants Indian cybersecurity agencies access to advanced Mythos AI model, bolstering critical infrastructure protection against cyber threats.

IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

7 Jun, 2026

Key cybersecurity agencies set to get access to Anthropic's Mythos, Pg3

US AI firm Anthropic grants Indian cybersecurity agencies access to advanced Mythos AI model, bolstering critical infrastructure protection against cyber threats.

7 Jun, 2026

Education Sector IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

CBSE invited ethical hacker to plug security gaps in IT system, Pg13

Ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary, IIT experts, plug critical security gaps in CBSE's IT system, protecting sensitive student data from major vulnerabilities.

Education Sector IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

6 Jun, 2026

CBSE invited ethical hacker to plug security gaps in IT system, Pg13

Ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary, IIT experts, plug critical security gaps in CBSE's IT system, protecting sensitive student data from major vulnerabilities.

6 Jun, 2026

Education Sector Basics of Cyber Security