Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia asserts the Sanchar Saathi app is not for snooping, addresses pre-installation order, and says users can delete it. Learn about the app's purpose and government's stance.
The Indian government has withdrawn its directive for mandatory pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on new smartphones, citing rising voluntary adoption.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.
Facing criticism, Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says the government is ready to amend the order mandating Sanchar Saathi app on phones. Get the latest on the privacy debate and industry pushback.
Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala warns the Sanchar Saathi app makes personal data vulnerable to govt & hackers, calling it a privacy threat. Read the full story.
Legal experts outline crucial safeguards against digital arrest scams after Supreme Court directs CBI probe. Learn how to protect yourself from cybercriminals impersonating officials.
US Justice Department shuts down tickmilleas.com, a fraudulent crypto platform run from a Burma scam compound linked to Chinese organized crime, part of a crackdown on $5.8B fraud.
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.
A look at the major headlines: the Sanchar app data row, Imran Khan's ongoing legal battle in jail, and the Indian rupee's sharp decline. Stay informed on key developments.
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.
Legal experts question the DoT's mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app, citing violation of privacy rights and lack of user consent. Read the full analysis.
Critical security and privacy concerns identified in the Sanchar Saathi portal. The government has issued an advisory. Learn about the risks and official response.
Union Minister clarifies the Sanchar Saathi portal only accesses data of reported spam numbers, not all users. Read the full details on the privacy safeguards.
The Indian government's order to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on all phones raises serious privacy and business concerns. Experts argue for voluntary adoption.
More than 100 cyber attacks disrupting GNSS signals reported in Kolkata flight region, affecting 2-3 flights daily. Pilots forced to use contingency procedures. Read the full report on this major aviation safety threat.
Telangana launches a 6-week cyber awareness drive 'Fraud Ka Full Stop' to combat digital fraud. DGP says cybercrime is now core policing. State sees 8% drop in cybercrime.
Kolkata Police brass instructs cyber cells to boost recovery rates from 30% to 50% for high-value cyber fraud cases. Learn about the new strategy and the city's monthly ₹15 crore cybercrime loss.
The Supreme Court mandates a CBI-led pan-India probe into digital arrest scams, a major threat to financial security. A crucial step to combat cross-border cybercrime.
A Gurgaon resident was duped of Rs 94,000 after fraudsters tricked her into returning a non-existent bank transfer. Police have registered a case. Learn how to stay safe from such UPI scams.
A Greater Noida government employee was duped of nearly Rs 1.3 crore in a fake investment scheme. Cyber police have registered a case and are investigating. Read details of the sophisticated scam.
An 83-year-old woman from Hyderabad's King Koti lost Rs 18.5 lakh to criminals posing as law enforcement in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' fraud. Police have registered a case.
A 44-year-old farmer from Mokila lost Rs 1.9 crore in an online stock market scam via a fake app. Cyberabad police have registered a case under BNS and IT Act. Read details.
A 22-year-old BTech graduate in Ahmedabad lost Rs 14 lakh in a sophisticated online investment scam run through a WhatsApp group. Cybercrime police have registered a case. Learn how to protect yourself from such frauds.
An Ahmedabad building contractor was cheated of Rs 7 lakh in a KYC fraud. The scammer posed as a bank rep. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrime.
Surat cybercrime police arrest two masterminds from Ahmedabad & Surat in an Rs 800 crore online fraud. Discover how they operated from Vietnam and were caught. Read the full investigation details.
A 72-year-old retired bank employee from Karnataka lost over Rs 21 lakh after clicking a fraudulent Facebook ad. The scam involved a fake bank card offer. Learn how to protect yourself from such online fraud.
After public outcry, the government clarifies users can uninstall the Sanchar Saathi app from new smartphones. Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia dismisses surveillance fears, citing its role in fighting cyber fraud. Read the full 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.
DoT's directive to preload Sanchar Saathi on all smartphones raises data access alarms. Experts and phone makers, including Apple, voice concerns over user control and permissions.
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.