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Syllabus: GS – 3- Digital India, Legislative framework, Holistic development, Ethical governance Focus : The article delves into India’s draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, which aim to empower individuals by safeguarding their digital privacy and controlling data usage. It examines the key provisions, practical challenges, and the broader implications of localisation, data …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , India and its Neighbourhood ,Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , Look East to Act East Focus: India’s strategic position amidst evolving U.S. tech policies under President Trump, focusing on immigration challenges, the rise of techno-libertarian ideologies, and the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: E-GovernanceIT & Computers Focus: India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) released the much-awaited Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules on January 3, 2025. This follows the passage of the DPDP Act, 2023, moving India closer to safeguarding digital personal data while balancing business needs and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The BHARATPOL portal will streamline international police cooperation and enhance real-time access to assistance for Indian law enforcement, strengthening efforts to combat transnational crimes like cybercrime, drug trafficking, and human trafficking. Event Details: Shri Amit Shah, Union Home Minister, will launch the BHARATPOL portal developed by the CBI on January 7, …
Read Morewhy in the news? The Government of India has released the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, to operationalize the DPDP Act, 2023. Feedback is invited from citizens and stakeholders until February 18, 2025, via the MyGov platform. Introduction: The draft rules operationalize the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) to safeguard …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Digital India Issues related to Cyber security and digital Awareness. Why in the News? The Government of India has introduced the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 to operationalize the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. These rules aim to empower citizens, ensure data privacy, and promote inclusivity in India’s …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Cabinet approved the ONOS scheme on November 25, 2024. It aims to provide equitable access to global scholarly journals for 1.8 crore researchers, fostering innovation and supporting India’s vision to lead in global R&D by 2047. Introduction and Vision: India’s rich legacy of knowledge and innovation is being revitalized …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court reviewed a petition alleging gig workers’ rights violations, as the government defended its e-Shram portal and 2020 Social Security Code addressing unorganised workers. Government’s Position and e-Shram Portal The Union government informed the Supreme Court that gig workers’ fundamental rights are not violated. The government cited the e-Shram …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India is launching two submarine cable systems, IAX and IEX, enhancing digital connectivity to Asia and Europe while strengthening its role in undersea cable security and resilience. India’s Expanding Undersea Cable Network: Two new submarine cable systems, India Asia Xpress (IAX) and India Europe Xpress (IEX), will be launched in the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: E-Governance , Co-operative Federalism Focus: PRAGATI, India’s digital governance platform, is in the news after a case study by Oxford University’s Said Business School. The study highlights its success in accelerating over 340 major infrastructure projects, transforming India’s approach to project oversight, governance, and collaboration across federal and state levels. Introduction: Digital Transformation …
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