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    Integrating AI Education: Safeguards and School Environments

    New Delhi, March 1 Schools should integrate artificial intelligence education and awareness in an age-appropriate manner across all grades, but access should be allowed to only vetted AI tools within secure school environments, according to education experts.Shishir Jaipuria, Chairman...
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    Fake News Challenge Highlighted at IIMC Convocation

    New Delhi, February 27 Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Friday highlighted the challenges posed by fake news and misinformation, and emphasized that journalists have a responsibility to uphold the truth and counter misinformation.Addressing the 57th convocation of the Indian Institute of...
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    Journalism's Role in 'Viksit Bharat' Amidst Misinformation

    New Delhi, February 27 Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Friday highlighted the challenges posed by fake news and misinformation, and emphasized that journalists have a responsibility to uphold the truth and counter misinformation.Addressing the 57th convocation of the Indian Institute of...
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    Vice President Highlights Role of Journalism in India's Development

    New Delhi, February 27 – Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Friday highlighted the growing challenge of fake news and misinformation, emphasizing that journalists have a responsibility to uphold the truth.Speaking at the 57th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)...
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    BJP IT Cell Linked to False Claims Against Congress and AI Summit

    New Delhi, February 27 The Congress vehemently dismissed on Friday claims that it paid Instagram influencers to oppose the AI Summit and said this is a "false story" that originated from the BJP IT Cell.The opposition party's social media department head, Supriya Shrinate, said a witch-hunt...
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    Industry Leaders Urged to Combat False Claims About Processed Foods

    New Delhi, February 26 Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan said on Thursday that social media influencers are spreading a "false narrative" that processed food is harmful, and called for a collective effort to counter it, warning that the misinformation was impeding the sector's...
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    Digitalization Raises Concerns About Electoral Transparency and Security

    New Delhi, February 25 A group of experts representing international electoral institutions have said that expanding digitalization increases exposure to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, while "opaque automated systems" raise concerns about transparency and accountability.Election bodies cannot...
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    Digitalization in Elections: Risks and the Need for Preparedness

    New Delhi, February 25 A group of experts representing international electoral institutions have said that expanding digitalization increases exposure to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, while "opaque automated systems" raise concerns about transparency and accountability.They also felt that...
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    Film Makers Address Teaser Removal Controversy Surrounding ‘Kerala Story 2’

    Mumbai, February 25 – The makers of the upcoming film ‘The Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond’ have clarified the reports regarding the removal of the film’s teaser.On Tuesday, the production house behind the film, Sunshine Pictures, issued an official statement stating that these reports are false...
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    Fake Notice Targeting Jamia Millia Islamia Sparks Investigation

    New Delhi, February 24 Jamia Millia Islamia issued a circular on Tuesday, clarifying a notification circulating on social media that claimed the university planned to arrange weddings for boys and girls found standing together during the holy month of Ramadan.In the circular, the university...
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    Haryana Government Strengthens Social Security for Elderly Citizens

    Chandigarh, February 24 Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday criticized the opposition Congress for its "misleading" claims regarding the cancellation of old-age pensions for several beneficiaries.Asserting that senior citizens are the moral foundation of society, Saini said...
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    Canadian Scholar Arrested in Pakistan for Social Media Criticism

    Lahore, February 23 Pakistan's anti-cybercrime body has arrested a Canadian citizen, believed to be missing since last week in Lahore, for uploading social media posts critical of state institutions and officials.Canadian research scholar Hamza Ahmad Khan arrived in Pakistan on February 13 to...
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    New Report Highlights Disinformation Role in Leicester Violence

    London, February 23 A new report on violent communal clashes in Leicester in 2022, attributed to widespread disinformation, called on Monday for the creation of a permanent community unity forum to improve relations in one of England's most diverse cities."Better Together: Understanding the...
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    Debabrata Saikia: Congress Assesses Raijor Dal Alliance Possibilities

    New Delhi, February 23 – Assam Legislative Assembly Leader of the Opposition Debabrata Saikia said on Monday that discussions with the regional party, Raijor Dal, led by Akhil Gogoi, are ongoing, and no final decision has been taken regarding any alliance or seat-sharing arrangement.Speaking...
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    DMK Focuses on Countering Misinformation Ahead of Elections

    Chennai, February 23 Tamil Nadu Industries Minister T R B Rajaa stated on Monday that the party is preparing a special election manifesto based on the Dravidian Model of governance, while also claiming that the opposition in the state is functioning in a disorganized manner."The process is...
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    Reality Show Performance Explained: Karan Patel Suffered a Rib Fracture

    Mumbai, Feb 20 – Television actor Karan Patel recently faced criticism on social media after his "disappointing" performance on the reality show, The 50. His team has now revealed that the actor suffered a proper rib fracture while performing a task.Several netizens had previously criticized...
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    Survey Reveals Parents' Concerns About AI's Impact on Children's Learning

    New Delhi, February 19 More than 66 per cent of parents and teachers who are aware of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its potential for learning believe that AI amplifies the risks associated with EdTech, such as overuse of technology and the spread of misinformation, according to...
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    State Leaders React to 'The Kerala Story 2' Amid Political Tensions

    Thiruvananthapuram, February 19 – The release of the trailer for the controversial Hindi film "The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond," a sequel to "The Kerala Story," has triggered sharp political reactions across the country, particularly in Kerala, with leaders from various parties trading...
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    AI Summit Controversy: Paswan Calls Out University Misrepresentation

    Patna, February 19 – Amid the controversy involving Galgotias University over a Chinese robotic dog showcased at the India AI Impact Summit, Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Thursday termed the incident a "major lapse" and said the government would decide on further action after the summit...
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    Unitree Go2 Robot Scandal: Galgotias University Faces Criticism at India AI Impact Summit

    New Delhi, February 19 – Amidst the controversy surrounding Galgotias University over a robotic dog displayed at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs questioned the organizers' role on Thursday and demanded strict action, including penalties, against the university. The MPs said...
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