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User Data Exposure Due to Flaws in UMANG Portal

Subject: CME Context: Security researchers have identified multiple vulnerabilities in the UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) portal, potentially exposing sensitive user data, including EPFO UANs, LPG booking details and Aadhaar numbers. UMANG Portal About User Data Exposure Due to Flaws in UMANG Portal: What It Is? UMANG is an integrated digital governance platform …

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National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research (NIDAR 2.0)

Source: PIBSubject: Government Scheme Context: The MeitY, in partnership with the Drone Federation of India (DFI), officially launched the second edition of the National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research (NIDAR 2.0, 2026-27). NIDAR 2.0 About National Innovation Challenge for Drone Application and Research (NIDAR 2.0): What It Is? NIDAR 2.0 is a premier …

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WhatsApp Username Feature

Source: NDTVSubject: Miscellaneous Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) sent a formal notice to Meta directing it to halt the rollout of WhatsApp’s proposed username feature in India. WhatsApp Username Feature About WhatsApp Username Feature: What It Is? The upcoming WhatsApp username feature is an optional privacy tool that allows individuals to …

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Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS)

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) has completed one year of its Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS) and marked the milestone with a national-level event in New Delhi. About Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS): What it is? IGICBS is a national internship and …

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Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme is in news highlighting its tangible outcomes—56 student-designed chips fabricated, 75+ patents filed, and large-scale chip design training—showcasing India’s growing indigenous semiconductor design capability. About Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme: What it is? The Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme is a national capacity-building …

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BHASHINI Samudaye

Context: BHASHINI Samudaye is being organised by MeitY in New Delhi to strengthen India’s language AI ecosystem. About BHASHINI Samudaye: What it is? BHASHINI Samudaye is a collaborative ecosystem platform under BHASHINI that enables co-creation, governance and scaling of Indian-language AI tools, datasets and services through partnerships with academia, civil society and technology developers. Developed …

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UIDAI launches Aadhaar mascot Udai

Source:  News on Air Subject:   Government Scheme Context: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched Aadhaar mascot ‘Udai (उदय)’ to make Aadhaar-related information more relatable and people-friendly. About UIDAI launches Aadhaar mascot Udai: What it is? A resident-facing communication companion (official mascot) designed to simplify public understanding of Aadhaar services such as updates, …

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Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)

Source: PIB Subject: Government Scheme Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) approved 22 additional projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) involving ₹41,863 crore of investment. About Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS): What it is? ECMS is a flagship incentive scheme to promote domestic manufacturing of electronic components, sub-assemblies, and capital …

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DHRUV64 Microprocessor

Source:  TP Subject:   Science and Technology Context: India launched DHRUV64, its first indigenously designed 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, marking a major milestone in the country’s semiconductor self-reliance journey. The launch strengthens India’s efforts under the Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) Programme to reduce dependence on imported processors. About DHRUV64 Microprocessor: What it is? DHRUV64 is …

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YUVA AI for ALL Initiative

Source: PIB Subject: Government Scheme Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched ‘YUVA AI for ALL’, a free national course to democratize AI literacy. About YUVA AI for ALL Initiative: What it is? A free, 4.5-hour self-paced online course designed to introduce Artificial Intelligence to a broad audience, with content tailored …

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Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025

Source:  LL Subject:  PIB Context: The Government of India has officially notified the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, operationalising the DPDP Act, 2023. About Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025: What it is? A set of detailed regulatory rules that implement the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, laying out operational procedures …

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India AI Governance Guidelines

Syllabus: Governance Source:  STV Context: MeitY has released the India AI Governance Guidelines—a national, pro-innovation framework to enable safe, trusted AI adoption across sectors. About India AI Governance Guidelines: What it is? A four-part governance blueprint that balances rapid AI adoption with safety, trust, and accountability—without a heavy, one-size-fits-all law. Published by: Drafted for the …

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Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2025

Source:  NIE Context: From November 1, 2025, only officials of the rank of Joint Secretary or Director General of Police (DGP) can order the removal of online content under the new Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2025. About Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, …

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The Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA)

Source:  DD News Context: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to boost Aadhaar authentication security and counter deepfakes, spoofing, and biometric fraud. About The Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA): What It Is? SITAA is an innovation-driven collaboration program …

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Bharat Taxi

Source: PIB Context: The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) has partnered with Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd. (Bharat Taxi) to develop India’s first cooperative-driven, citizen-first national ride-hailing platform, launching in December 2025. About Bharat Taxi: What it is? Bharat Taxi is a national ride-hailing platform operated by Sahakar Taxi …

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“Regulating OTT content requires a synthesis of legal clarity, technological understanding, and social sensitivity”. Analyse the challenges in creating such a regulation. Examine the role of tripartite collaboration in policymaking. Suggest ways to ensure user protection without compromising free speech.

Topic: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections Q3. “Regulating OTT content requires a synthesis of legal clarity, technological understanding, and social sensitivity”. Analyse the challenges in creating such a regulation. Examine the role of tripartite collaboration in policymaking. Suggest ways to ensure user protection without compromising …

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Digital Threat Report 2024

Context: The Government of India launched the Digital Threat Report 2024 to enhance cybersecurity in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. About Digital Threat Report 2024: What is the Digital Threat Report 2024? The Digital Threat Report 2024 is a sector-specific cybersecurity assessment focusing on the BFSI industry. It provides a detailed evaluation …

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Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N)

Source:  BS Context: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) signed an MoU with BISAG-N to integrate remote sensing and GIS technologies into the audit process. About Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N): What is BISAG-N? A national-level technical agency providing space and geo-spatial solutions for governance, planning, and development. Established in: Originally …

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