Author: Sharad Natani
In a landmark step toward technological self-reliance, the Indian government has successfully migrated over 1.2 million official email accounts — including those under the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) — from the National Informatics Centre (NIC) system to an indigenous platform developed by Zoho Corporation, a Tamil Nadu-based software company. A Swadeshi Tech Milestone The Union Ministry of Education announced that the transition marks a major milestone in India’s Digital Sovereignty and Atmanirbhar Bharat mission. “By embracing Zoho’s indigenous office productivity tools, we are taking a bold step in the Swadeshi movement—empowering India to lead with home-grown innovation, strengthen digital sovereignty,…
In a major crackdown on financial crimes involving political figures, Kolkata Police have arrested Bihar politician Rajeev Ranjan Kumar for allegedly defrauding a retired Calcutta High Court judge of ₹4.49 crore and attempting to sell property worth ₹1 crore using forged ownership documents. The accused, who was reportedly gearing up to contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections from Vibhutipur constituency, was detained by the Vidhan Nagar Police Intelligence Unit from his rented residence in Salt Lake, Kolkata. Key Highlights ◆Two FIRs filed against Rajeev Ranjan Kumar in September 2025. ◆Accused of cheating retired Justice Indrajit Chatterjee through fake investment schemes.…
Every time you apply for a loan or credit card, the first thing banks check is not your salary slip — it’s your CIBIL Score. This three-digit number decides whether you’ll get that dream home loan easily or face rejection. But how does this mysterious score come to life? What exactly affects it? Here’s a deep dive into the CIBIL formula that determines your financial credibility. What Is a CIBIL Score? The CIBIL Score — ranging from 300 to 900 — is India’s most trusted measure of your creditworthiness. A score of 750 or above is considered excellent. It tells…
A major controversy has erupted in Noida’s real estate sector after homebuyers accused the developer of the Alphathumb Project, Sector-90, of constructing 29 floors despite having approval for only 26. The issue has deepened with buyers alleging they are being handed possession on wrongly numbered floors, sparking outrage and demands for a full investigation. The Shocking Allegations Buyers claim the builder, CBS International Project Limited, not only exceeded sanctioned construction limits but also altered floor labels during possession. Several buyers have alleged that the “ground” and “upper ground” floors in the approved plans have been manipulated, leading to mismatches between…
India’s National Stock Exchange (NSE) — the heartbeat of the country’s financial markets — faces a staggering 170 million cyberattacks every single day, or nearly 2,000 strikes every second. From phishing attempts and data breaches to large-scale Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, the threats are constant, evolving, and borderless. To counter this invisible but unending digital war, the NSE has established AI-driven defense systems, real-time monitoring centers, and a specialized team of cybersecurity professionals, known internally as “cyber warriors,” who protect the exchange 24×7. Operation Sindoor: When 400 Million Attacks Hit in a Day In a massive cybersecurity drill…
Tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands just got a major boost with the launch of an exclusive fortnightly cruise service to Barren Island, home to India’s only active volcano. The Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) has introduced this new maritime experience for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts, marking a milestone in the region’s growing travel offerings. A Journey into the Heart of Nature’s Wonder The cruise will set sail every alternate Friday at 9 p.m. from Haddo Wharf, Port Blair, reaching the Barren Island vicinity early Saturday morning. After offering passengers breathtaking views of the volcanic island and its…