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Experts, whistleblowers, rights group term CCP's use of data as repression without borders: Report

IANS | August 24, 2025 7:04 PM

Stockholm, Aug 24 (IANS) The Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) dependence on digital governance and data manipulation has transformed into a means of transnational repression, broadening its authoritarian influence well beyond its territory, a report has said. Experts, whistleblowers and human rights groups have termed the CCP's use of data as a form of "repression without borders".

Investments under PLI schemes cross Rs 1.76 lakh crore as India evolves into a global manufacturing hub

IANS | August 24, 2025 5:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) With investments exceeding Rs 1.76 lakh crore and major gains in output, exports, and employment generation, the Centre’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme has played a key role in transforming India from a country that was heavily reliant on imports to a serious contender in global manufacturing.

Airtel network down again, users face trouble with calls and internet

IANS | August 24, 2025 5:28 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Telecom major Bharti Airtel faced a major service disruption on Sunday, leaving thousands of its customers across the country unable to make calls or use mobile internet.

Lucknow readies to welcome Shubhanshu Shukla, astronaut’s family filled with pride

IANS | August 24, 2025 4:34 PM

Lucknow, Aug 24 (IANS) India's second astronaut, Shubhanshu Shukla, is set to visit his hometown Lucknow on Monday, a first after his historic visit to the International Space Station (ISS).

OpenAI warns against unauthorised equity transactions via various means, including SPVs

IANS | August 24, 2025 10:44 AM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) ChatGPT maker OpenAI has warned against unauthorised opportunities to gain exposure to the company through a variety of means, including special purpose vehicles (SPVs).

Fish production surges 104 pc, infra projects rise towards Blue Economy

IANS | August 24, 2025 9:48 AM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The country’s total fish production has grown by 104 per cent from 96 lakh tonnes in 2013–14 to 195 lakh tonnes in 2024–25, as inland fisheries expanded by 142 per cent for the same period from 61 lakh tonnes to 147.37 lakh tonnes, according to government data.

Govt to explore dedicated satellite technology for maritime sector

IANS | August 24, 2025 9:30 AM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The government will explore the possibility of launching a dedicated satellite or acquiring a transponder to strengthen India’s maritime governance and port management infrastructure, said Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal.

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Experts, whistleblowers, rights group term CCP's use of data as repression without borders: Report

Investments under PLI schemes cross Rs 1.76 lakh crore as India evolves into a global manufacturing hub

Airtel network down again, users face trouble with calls and internet

Lucknow readies to welcome Shubhanshu Shukla, astronaut’s family filled with pride

OpenAI warns against unauthorised equity transactions via various means, including SPVs

Fish production surges 104 pc, infra projects rise towards Blue Economy

Govt to explore dedicated satellite technology for maritime sector

Gaganyatris to be felicitated today at Air Force Auditorium in Delhi

India, Philippines share immense interest areas in economic cooperation: Report

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