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NEW DELHI: A good share of Census 2027 datasets may be released in the same year, thanks to the capturing of data in digital mode right from the outset, Registrar General of India and census commissioner Mritunjay Kumar Narayan assured ahead of the launch of Census 2027, the world’s largest and India’s first-ever digital population…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday unveiled its ‘Payments Vision 2028’ document, outlining a roadmap that includes exploring electronic cheques, expanding regulatory oversight to digital platforms, and strengthening safeguards in the fast-growing payments ecosystem, PTI reported.The central bank said it will examine the introduction of e-cheques to combine the advantages of paper instruments…
Digital addiction is becoming worrisome for parents as many children are now spending longer times on devices. Parents, did you know? Digital addiction takes a toll on the child’s physical and mental well-being. Therefore, it is essential to limit children’s screen time and encourage activities such as reading and outdoor play. Parents, it’s time to…
After its billion-dollar run at the box office, ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’, the third instalment of the James Cameron directorial, will soon be available to stream online. ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ set for digital debut The film that hit theatres in December, is now gearing up for its digital debut on March 31, according to…
Escalating tensions in West Asia are casting a shadow over global technology networks, with experts warning that threats by Iranian forces to target US-linked digital infrastructure in the Gulf could expose billions of dollars of investments to conflict-related risks.On Wednesday, Iranian forces warned they could strike facilities linked to major technology companies including Google, Microsoft,…
MUMBAI: Reserve Bank of India has proposed a ceiling of Rs 50,000 for digital frauds to be eligible for compensation of up to Rs 25,000. According to the draft, customers who lose more than Rs 50,000 in a cyber fraud incident will not qualify for this compensation mechanism.Banks must credit the compensation to the victim…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed changes to its framework on customer liability in digital banking frauds, aiming to widen protection for users and ensure quicker resolution of complaints related to unauthorised electronic transactions.The central bank on Friday issued draft amendment directions and invited comments from stakeholders and members of the public by…
Game-Changer for Global Finance? UAE Unveils World’s First AI-Powered Sovereign Cloud to Guard Banks and Data In a bold leap that could redefine how modern financial systems operate, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has announced the launch of what it calls the world’s first sovereign financial cloud services infrastructure, a secure…
Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday unveiled new reforms for Indian Railways as part of the ‘Reforms Express’ that PM Narendra Modi has spoken of. The two reforms unveiled today focus on a new rail tech policy, and reforms in disposal of railway claims tribunal cases.Indian Railways aims to engage innovators, startups, industry, and institutions…
Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) chairperson and Manorama Online CEO Mariam Mammen Mathew on Thursday opened the DNPA conclave and said that artificial intelligence and rapid shifts in the digital ecosystem are fundamentally reshaping how news is created, distributed, discovered and monetised.Speaking at the Third Annual Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025 on the theme, “Transformation of…
