No Internet, Bluetooth in Indian EVMs make them unhackable: ECI sources

IANS | April 11, 2025 5:41 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) A US official's claim over possible hacking of electronic voting systems in that country was on Friday met with a reassuring calm by the Election Commission of India (ECI) with sources highlighting the Indian EVMs' superior technology and no use of Internet or Bluetooth during voting as foolproof shields against manipulation.

Caste census report presented to Cabinet; K'taka Govt to decide on April 17

IANS | April 11, 2025 5:21 PM

Bengaluru, April 11 (IANS) The Karnataka caste census report was presented before the Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday at the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. However, the state government will take a decision on the recommendations of the report on April 17.

Strong image, stronger message: PM Modi's stern airport huddle reflects 'zero-tolerance' stance on law and order

Brajesh Tripathi | April 11, 2025 5:08 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Upon landing in Varanasi on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first directive to Uttar Pradesh’s top law enforcement and administrative officials was clear and uncompromising: launch a crackdown on the alleged sex racket and ensure the strictest possible action against those involved in the recent gangrape case that has deeply shaken the city and the nation.