A cybercriminal group calling itself “Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters” has claimed responsibility for one of the largest data thefts in recent years, alleging the theft of nearly one billion records from companies using Salesforce software. The group says the stolen data includes personally identifiable information (PII) and was obtained through targeted attacks on UK-based retailers and…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has launched a nationwide campaign titled Apki Poonji, Apka Adhikar (Your Money, Your Right) to facilitate the return of ₹1.84 trillion in unclaimed financial assets to their rightful owners. The initiative was unveiled in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, in the presence of state Finance Minister Kanubhai Desai and senior officials from the…
The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) organized a seminar in Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, to commemorate the Foundation Day of the World Federation of Trade Unions (WFTU). The event focused on the theme of workers’ rights and global solidarity, drawing participation from local trade union leaders, activists, and members of the working…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, criticized the United States for trying to compel New Delhi to stop importing energy from Russia, and firmly supported India’s choice to keep trading oil with Moscow. Putin was speaking at the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi when he hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as…
The Education Ministry has directed its officials to use the Zoho Office Suite for all official documentation, marking a major step toward digital self-reliance. This move comes after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan endorsed Zoho’s messaging app, Arattari, aligning with the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. A circular from the Department of Higher Education highlighted that adopting…
Mumbai, Sept 29 — India’s primary market is gearing up for a blockbuster October, with Tata Capital and WeWork India leading a wave of high-profile initial public offerings (IPOs) following a September dominated by small and mid-sized listings. The buoyant market sentiment and regulatory momentum have prompted several companies to file draft red herring prospectuses…
Washington DC — The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite has released its first radar images of Earth’s surface, offering unprecedented detail of landscapes across the United States. The joint mission between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marks a major milestone in global Earth observation efforts, combining advanced radar technologies to monitor…
Port Blair, September 27 — The Andaman & Nicobar Islands celebrated World Tourism Day 2025 with a vibrant array of activities and community-driven initiatives, reflecting the global theme “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.” Spearheaded by the Department of Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar Administration, the celebrations aimed to promote eco-conscious travel and showcase the region’s rich cultural…
Stockholm, September 27, 2025 — Music streaming giant Spotify has unveiled a sweeping set of new policies aimed at protecting artists, producers, and songwriters from the growing risks posed by generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The announcement marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to maintain a trustworthy and transparent music ecosystem. In…
Hyderabad, September 27, 2025 — Despite recent concerns over proposed tariff hikes on pharmaceutical exports, industry leaders and analysts suggest that Hyderabad’s robust drug manufacturing sector is unlikely to face major disruptions in business operations or profitability. The apprehensions stem from anticipated changes in international trade policies, particularly in the United States and European Union,…
