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Government Launches AI Skilling And Digital Broadcasting Initiatives Why in the News? Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the National AI Skilling Initiative, My WAVES platform, and new TV technologies like in-built tuners and EPG, aiming to promote digital inclusion, enhance content accessibility, and strengthen India’s creator economy ecosystem. Key Initiatives Launched and Their Objectives: Union …
Read MoreSWAP APP MANDATES FOR DIGITAL LITERACY Syllabus: GS-2: ● Right to privacy ● Transparency and accountability Why in the News? The Union government’s now-withdrawn directive mandating manufacturers to preload the Sanchar Saathi application on all new smartphones has triggered debate on privacy, surveillance, proportionality, and digital rights. Much like the process of obtaining environmental clearances, …
Read MoreA GROWING SHADOW OVER DIGITAL CONSTITUTIONALISM Why in the News? The Union government withdrew its directive mandating pre-installation of the ‘Sanchar Saathi’ app on all mobile phones from 2026. The rollback came within 48 hours after strong opposition from stakeholders over data privacy, consent, surveillance, and unlimited data storage. The issue gained global attention after …
Read MoreConcerns Rise Over Digital Data Protection Clauses Why in the News? The Press Club of India (PCI) has raised concerns about ambiguous clauses in the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, stating they could be misused to restrict press freedom and potentially lead to human rights violations. The remarks follow recent notification of the …
Read MoreKarnataka’s Space Technology Policy 2025-2030: A Strategic Push for Investment and Innovation Karnataka has launched its first standalone Space Technology Policy for 2025-2030, targeting US$3 billion in private investment by 2030. The policy aims for 50% of India’s space market by 2033 and 5% of the global space market. This ambitious plan not only focuses …
Read MoreIndia Notifies Rules for Digital Privacy Law Why in News? The Centre has notified the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, operationalising India’s first data privacy law, two years after the DPDP Act received Presidential assent. However, several major citizen safeguards will take 12–18 months to become fully enforceable, reflecting a flexible approach to …
Read MoreLegal Uncertainty Over AI Copyright Grows Globally Why in the News ? Recent U.S. court rulings involving Meta and Anthropic have reignited debates around copyright protection and AI training datasets. The decisions offer clarity on fair use, but questions remain about piracy, market harm, and India’s legal preparedness for AI-generated content. These rulings highlight the …
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