The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, proposes up to five years imprisonment and fines up to ₹5 lakh for illegal entry into India, aiming to strengthen immigration control.
In a decisive move to strengthen national security, the Indian government has blocked 805 mobile applications and 3,266 websites, citing potential threats to the country’s cybersecurity and digital infrastructure. The announcement was made by Home Minister Amit Shah, underscoring the government’s commitment to safeguarding India’s cyberspace. Government’s Cybersecurity
On January 28, 2025, the U.S. Navy issued a directive prohibiting its personnel from using the DeepSeek AI Assistant, developed by the Chinese company DeepSeek, due to potential security and ethical concerns. An internal email emphasized that the AI tool should not be utilized “in any capacity,” highlighting risks associated with its origin and application.
The Indian National Congress has expressed concerns regarding the government’s recent announcement to normalize relations with China, particularly questioning the timing of this decision. Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi highlighted that the announcement coincides with ongoing border tensions between the two nations, suggesting that such a move might be premature.
The US removes BARC and two Indian entities from its restricted list, citing compliance, while adding 11 Chinese firms over security concerns.
The UK Government has made significant progress in removing Chinese Hikvision surveillance cameras from sensitive locations, with over 50% of the devices already replaced. The move follows growing concerns about the security risks posed by Chinese-made technology, particularly in government buildings. According to a report from the UK Defense Journal, the government plans
