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Bihar govt to deactivate over 27 lakh SIM cards in next three months
Patna, Feb 12: In a major crackdown on cybercrime, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has decided to deactivate more than 27 lakh SIM cards in Bihar over the next three months.
Controlling cybercrimes will be a priority, says Andhra Pradesh's new DGP
Vijayawada, Jan 31: Harish Kumar Gupta on Friday assumed office as Andhra Pradesh's new Director General of Police and declared that controlling cybercrimes and action against organised crime and mafia would be his priorities.
Nepal's social media bill proposes stringent measures to control spread of fake news
Kathmandu, January 28: Nepal has drafted a social media bill with stringent provisions which includes measures to control spread of fake news and deep fakes.
Duped and trafficked, 67 Indians rescued from cyber-scam centres in Laos
Vientiane, Jan 27: The Embassy of India in Laos announced on Monday that it has successfully rescued 67 Indian youth who had been duped and trafficked into cyber-scam centres operating in the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (GTSEZ) in Bokeo Province of the Southeast Asian country.
Journalists, human rights groups slam Pakistan govt for 'clampdown on free speech' by amending cybercrime law
Islamabad, January 24: Journalists, human rights organisations and even the human rights cell of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) which supported the passage of the bill in the National Assembly have criticised the federal government for passing the amendments to the cybercrime law without taking stakeholders on board, Dawn reported.
Inter-state online racket gangs choosing Bengal as hub for setting up bases: Findings
Kolkata, Jan 24: West Bengal is becoming the choicest hub for setting up operational bases by inter-state online racket gangs targeting foreign citizens.
Cybercriminals target rural bank in Karnataka, siphon off Rs 2.3 crore
Ballari (Karnataka), Jan 24: Cyber criminals have siphoned off Rs 2.3 crore after targeting a rural bank in Ballari district of Karnataka, said officials on Friday.
Rajpal Yadav makes startling revelation after receiving death threats from Pakistan
Mumbai, Jan 23: Actor Rajpal Yadav has issued a statement following reports that he received death threats from Pakistan.
Sonu Sood talks of right efforts in his directorial debut 'Fateh', lauds Naseeruddin Shah's contribution
New Delhi, January 20: Bollywood actor Sonu Sood has donned the hat of a director with his latest film, 'Fateh', which hit theatres on January 10.
Sonu Sood talks about collaborating with 'Dune' vocalist Loire Cotler for 'Fateh' music
New Delhi, January 20: Bollywood actor Sonu Sood shared insights into his directorial debut 'Fateh', revealing the unique collaboration with Grammy-nominated composer and vocalist Loire Cotler.
Sonu Sood on challenges he faced while making 'Fateh', says Wanted to work with the best...
By Tanya Chugh, New Delhi, January 19: Actor Sonu Sood has opened up about the challenges he faced during his directorial debut with the film titled 'Fateh.'rn
Awful...: Brad Pitt's team responds after catfished fan scammed
Washington, January 18: Brad Pitt's team has issued a response in connection to a viral case of a French woman who was duped of 850K USD by a scammer using AI. The woman named Anne is a fan of Brad Pitt, reported The Hollywood Reporter.
Sonu Sood's 'Fateh' emerges surprise hit, wins hearts for its music, high-octane stunts
Mumbai, January 18: Actor Sonu Sood's latest film 'Fateh' has turned out to sleeper hit and is being praised for its story, stunning action sequences, and, of course, the music.
Sonu Sood's 'Fateh' emerges surprise hit, wins hearts for its music, high-octane stunts
Mumbai, January 18: Actor Sonu Sood's latest film 'Fateh' has turned out to sleeper hit and is being praised for its story, stunning action sequences, and, of course, the music.
Cybercrime conviction rate in Pakistan stands below 5 per cent over five years
Islamabad, January 15: Over the past five years, Pakistan has recorded a cybercrime conviction rate of less than 5 per cent, with only a fraction of mobile and internet users reporting digital offences to the authorities, Dawn reported.
Sonu Sood travels in Mumbai Metro, interacts with fans
Mumbai, Jan 14: Actor Sonu Sood, whose directorial debut ‘Fateh’ is getting a lot of positive response, recently travelled in Mumbai metro.
As an actor you have limits, Sonu Sood reveals reason for directing 'Fateh'
New Delhi, January 13: Sonu Sood on Sunday shared the reason for choosing to direct 'Fateh'.
Jacqueliene Fernandez calls her 'Fateh' her happy space
Mumbai, Jan 11: Bollywood actress Jacqueliene Fernandez, who has been receiving a lot of positive response to her recent movie ‘Fateh’, has said that essaying the character of Khushi in the film became her happy space during the filming.
People misusing social media to spread sensationalism should be ignored: Delhi Special CP Ravinder Yadav
By Ravi Jalhotra, New Delhi, January 10: Delhi Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), Ravindra Yadav, said on Friday that people who misuse social media to create panic and spread sensationalism should be ignored.
Sonu Sood feted with 390-foot cutout by 500 Sholapur students
Mumbai, Jan 7: Ahead of the release of his upcoming film “Fateh”, 500 students from Sholapur paid a heartfelt tribute to Sonu Sood with an incredible 390-foot cutout poster of the Bollywood actor and humanitarian.
Amit Shah to launch BHARATPOL portal for real-time international police assistance
New Delhi, January 6: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will launch the BHARATPOL portal in Delhi on Tuesday, enabling law enforcement agencies (LEAs) across India to access real-time information for quicker international police assistance.
Rishabh Chadha reveals digital era's impact on dating in 'Swipe Crime'
Mumbai, Jan 5: Actor Rishabh Chadha, who recently appeared in the show “Swipe Crime,” opened up about how the digital era has transformed the world of dating.
Sonu Sood offers prayer at Shree Siddhivinayak Temple ahead of 'Fateh' release
Mumbai, January 2: Bollywood actor Sonu Sood on Thursday offered prayer at the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai, ahead of the theatrical release of his directorial debut 'Fateh'.