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India scraps mandatory preload of Sanchar Saathi app

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.

Sanchar Saathi App Mandate Sparks Privacy Debate

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.

Sanchar Saathi Backlash: Privacy & Business Concerns

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.

SIM Binding Rule Polarises Tech Industry, Telcos Back Govt

India's new SIM binding mandate for digital platforms divides tech giants and telecom operators. While telcos support the move for security, digital firms raise serious privacy and cost concerns. Explore the full debate.

BJP: Sanchar Saathi is for security, not snooping

BJP counters Congress's snooping allegations on Sanchar Saathi app. Spokesperson Sambit Patra clarifies it tracks lost phones, prevents fraud, and cannot access personal calls or messages. Read more.

Sanchar Saathi App Sparks Privacy War in India

The Indian government's move to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on smartphones ignites a fierce privacy debate. Opposition calls it surveillance, while the Centre insists it fights cybercrime. Read the full story.

India's DPDPA Rules: A Compliance Challenge

India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act Rules are now out, but businesses face a complex path to compliance. We explore the key hurdles, from consent to cross-border data flows.

Telecom Operators Push Back Against DPDP Rules 2025

Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea raise compliance concerns over India's new data privacy rules, citing issues with minor consent and duplicative reporting. Learn the industry's challenges.

Indian Teens' Secret Lives: Privacy & Identity

Indian teenagers are creating hidden digital accounts and private spaces to express themselves freely. Discover why they seek independence and how parents can respond with understanding.

OTT Platforms Rush Legal Teams for Data Privacy Rules

Indian OTT platforms are scrambling to build legal teams and compliance frameworks as the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 kicks in, with stricter rules for children-focused content and potential revenue impacts.

Apple Digital ID: Store Passport in iPhone Wallet

Apple introduces Digital ID feature allowing iPhone users to store passport information in Apple Wallet for TSA checkpoints across 250+ US airports. Learn how it works and limitations.

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