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What Is A Digital Detox And Will It Make You Healthier?
The term "digital detox" stems from detoxification, the process of safely getting a person off an addictive substance such as alcohol or drugs. This is usually done with support from a health-care professional.
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Government Launches AI Skill Programme For Media Sector; 15,000 Scholarships Announced
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting partners with IICT to offer 15000 AI scholarships for media and creative technology sectors.
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2 Giants, 20 Scientists: Mysterious Deaths, Disappearances Rattle US, China
In Washington, at least 11 incidents involving scientists in areas such as nuclear technology, space research and advanced weapons are under scrutiny.
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MeitY Adds Stricter AI-Generated Content Disclosure Rule, Extends IT Rules Feedback Deadline
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) proposed a new change to its draft IT Rules amendments, bringing stricter guidelines for artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content labelling across online platforms. Additionally, the Ministry has also extended the consultation deadline to submit feedback on the new rules, pushing ...
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World Health Day: Google, AI Chatbots Cannot Diagnose Or Care For You Like Doctors Can
Symptoms are not search terms, and health cannot be accurately understood through algorithms alone.
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Ahead of Bengal Polls, Trinamool's Digital Push Goes Hyperlocal
At the centre of Trinamool's Digital push is the "Ami Banglar Digital Joddha" initiative - a campaign that blends technology, training, and local mobilisation to reshape political communication in the state.
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Meghalaya Government Signs MoU With Starlink to Boost Connectivity in Region and Reduce Digital Divide
The Meghalaya government has signed an MoU with Starlink India to improve internet services across the state, especially in remote and difficult to reach areas. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma shared the news on social media, calling it a major step towards closing connectivity gaps. He said satellite-based technology will help overcome difficult te...
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Do You Post News Online? Proposed Changes To IT Rules May Invite Scrutiny
Under the proposed IT rules, the scope of "news and current affairs content" may be expanded to include posts by individual users.
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Russia Promotes Max Messenger App As WhatsApp, Telegram Face Bans
Russians are being urged to use Max Messenger in the name of "technological sovereignty".
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IPL Team Sponsorship Revenues Breach Rs 1,000 Crore Mark. What It Means
IPL team sponsorship revenues have crossed Rs 1000 crore, reflecting the league's immense popularity and growing corporate confidence in cricket as a marketing platform.
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Not Just IT, Other Ministries May Soon Get Powers On Social Media Blocking
An inter-ministerial team is working on a proposal to allow multiple government ministries to issue blocking orders to social media platforms for fake or harmful content.
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Chinese Woman Hospitalised After Being Startled By Humanoid Robot
A woman on an evening walk in Macau was briefly hospitalised after a humanoid robot startled her and left her feeling unwell, police told AFP on Wednesday.
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WhatsApp Introduces Device Linkage Warning as Meta Expands Anti-Fraud Tools Across Facebook, Messenger
Meta Platforms announced a new set of anti-scam tools across its major messaging platforms on Wednesday. Rolling out on Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp, the additions are aimed at helping users identify and avoid online scams. As per the Menlo Park-based tech giant, new features include new in-app alerts, improved safety controls, and partnership...
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AlphaGo Turns 10: How DeepMind’s Breakthrough Set the Stage for AGI
While generative artificial intelligence (AI) gained mainstream attention after the launch of GPT-3 in 2020, the underlying technology, machine learning, is decades old. From typing prediction in keyboard apps to recommendation algorithms in social media platforms, all rely on the same technology and have contributed to what AI has become today. On...
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National Commission For Women Orders Probe Into Illegal Egg Extraction Racket In Maharashtra
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report which highlighted an alleged illegal racket involving the extraction and sale of eggs from financially vulnerable women in Maharashtra's
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What Is A Digital Detox And Will It Make You Healthier?
The term "digital detox" stems from detoxification, the process of safely getting a person off an addictive substance such as alcohol or drugs. This is usually done with support from a health-care professional.
-
Government Launches AI Skill Programme For Media Sector; 15,000 Scholarships Announced
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting partners with IICT to offer 15000 AI scholarships for media and creative technology sectors.
-
2 Giants, 20 Scientists: Mysterious Deaths, Disappearances Rattle US, China
In Washington, at least 11 incidents involving scientists in areas such as nuclear technology, space research and advanced weapons are under scrutiny.
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MeitY Adds Stricter AI-Generated Content Disclosure Rule, Extends IT Rules Feedback Deadline
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) proposed a new change to its draft IT Rules amendments, bringing stricter guidelines for artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content labelling across online platforms. Additionally, the Ministry has also extended the consultation deadline to submit feedback on the new rules, pushing ...
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World Health Day: Google, AI Chatbots Cannot Diagnose Or Care For You Like Doctors Can
Symptoms are not search terms, and health cannot be accurately understood through algorithms alone.
-
Ahead of Bengal Polls, Trinamool's Digital Push Goes Hyperlocal
At the centre of Trinamool's Digital push is the "Ami Banglar Digital Joddha" initiative - a campaign that blends technology, training, and local mobilisation to reshape political communication in the state.
-
Meghalaya Government Signs MoU With Starlink to Boost Connectivity in Region and Reduce Digital Divide
The Meghalaya government has signed an MoU with Starlink India to improve internet services across the state, especially in remote and difficult to reach areas. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma shared the news on social media, calling it a major step towards closing connectivity gaps. He said satellite-based technology will help overcome difficult te...
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Do You Post News Online? Proposed Changes To IT Rules May Invite Scrutiny
Under the proposed IT rules, the scope of "news and current affairs content" may be expanded to include posts by individual users.
-
Russia Promotes Max Messenger App As WhatsApp, Telegram Face Bans
Russians are being urged to use Max Messenger in the name of "technological sovereignty".
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IPL Team Sponsorship Revenues Breach Rs 1,000 Crore Mark. What It Means
IPL team sponsorship revenues have crossed Rs 1000 crore, reflecting the league's immense popularity and growing corporate confidence in cricket as a marketing platform.
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Not Just IT, Other Ministries May Soon Get Powers On Social Media Blocking
An inter-ministerial team is working on a proposal to allow multiple government ministries to issue blocking orders to social media platforms for fake or harmful content.
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Chinese Woman Hospitalised After Being Startled By Humanoid Robot
A woman on an evening walk in Macau was briefly hospitalised after a humanoid robot startled her and left her feeling unwell, police told AFP on Wednesday.
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WhatsApp Introduces Device Linkage Warning as Meta Expands Anti-Fraud Tools Across Facebook, Messenger
Meta Platforms announced a new set of anti-scam tools across its major messaging platforms on Wednesday. Rolling out on Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp, the additions are aimed at helping users identify and avoid online scams. As per the Menlo Park-based tech giant, new features include new in-app alerts, improved safety controls, and partnership...
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AlphaGo Turns 10: How DeepMind’s Breakthrough Set the Stage for AGI
While generative artificial intelligence (AI) gained mainstream attention after the launch of GPT-3 in 2020, the underlying technology, machine learning, is decades old. From typing prediction in keyboard apps to recommendation algorithms in social media platforms, all rely on the same technology and have contributed to what AI has become today. On...
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National Commission For Women Orders Probe Into Illegal Egg Extraction Racket In Maharashtra
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report which highlighted an alleged illegal racket involving the extraction and sale of eggs from financially vulnerable women in Maharashtra's
