The Supreme Court today said there was a need for a “robust” law to protect sensitive information of citizens and asked the UIDAI about the
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Justice cannot be blind to the economy – Business Line–28.03.2018
It’s time for Indian courts to ensure that their rulings do not have an adverse impact on the economy Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has called
AADHAAR: SC concerned about misuse of Aadhaar data by private firms | India News – Times of India–28.03.2018
The Supreme Court expressed concern on Tuesday over the potential misuse of Aadhaar authentication data collected by private companies for commercial use and said that safety measures put by
[ Facebook ] One misstep too many | The Indian Express–28.03.2018
Mark Zuckerberg must find a “Goldilocks zone” where the privacy protections are calibrated by the state of digital maturity and levels of digital trust —
How is Aadhaar data safe at time of authentication, asks SC | india news | Hindustan Times–28.03.2018
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to issue directions to extend the March 31 deadline to link Aadhaar with welfare schemes to avail subsidies and
[ Facebook ] An Orwellian nightmare–Deccan Herald–28.03.2018**
The activities of data analytics firm Cambridge Analytica (CA) have confirmed the worst fears about the misuse of personal data available on social media. It
Parties, cooperate on data protection–Economic Times–27.03.2018
While the brouhaha over Facebook’s indiscretions and the psychological warfare Cambridge Analytica reportedly deployed to influence voting behaviour plays out, it is important for India’s
Cambridge Analytica-Facebook scandal effect Here’s why India needs its privacy policy at the earliest – The Financial Express–27.03.2018
While the Aadhaar Act already deals with information leaks, a tough privacy law will make the information a lot more secure. (Cambridge Analytica) While law
Questions about IBC: New bankruptcy procedure is running into trouble | Business Standard Editorials–27.03.2018
A resolution professional (RP) has levelled allegations, through a filing at the National Company Law Tribunal, or NCLT, against the promoters of Binani Cement. The allegations are that the
Fixed-term contractual employment: A small move in the right direction | Business Standard Column–27.03.2018
Last week the Union government took a baby step in the right direction. It made it easier for industry to hire labour contractually for a
From Sarfaesi Act to service tax rule, here are the key court orders | Business Standard Column–27.03.2018
Creditors must follow Sarfaesi procedure The Supreme Court last week set aside the judgment of the Bombay High Court and ruled that a secured creditor is bound to
The Great Facebook Heist | The Indian Express–Mr. Karan Bhasin–26.03.2018
When does it become obvious that a heist has occurred? Loud alarms and smatterings of broken glass strewn are an obvious indication. Yet many of
Controlling the machine: legislation for data protection – [ Europe’s new data protection regime offers a sound basis for India to craft its own legislation] The Hindu–Mr.Apar Gupta–26.03.2018—–****
During the throes of India’s independence struggle, an image of Mahatma Gandhi spinning khadi symbolised not only economic and political autonomy but to its critics
Instead of threats to Zuckerberg, India must focus on data protection laws- The Print In–26.03.2018—–*****
Judicial inquiry must look into whether companies allied with Cambridge Analytica accessed personal data of Indian Facebook users and influenced elections. ‘Big data is the new oil’
Punjab and Haryana HC issues notice to UIDAI over forged Aadhaar cards, asks Punjab police to probe | The Indian Express–25.03.2018
Alarmed over the use of Aadhaar cards containing wrong particulars, Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a notice to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI),
#DeleteFacebook? Privacy is hard to protect online – The Hindu–25.03.2018
Google keeps a tab on 64% of all web browsing, Facebook tracks 30% of web traffic; everyone who has data will lose it, says CEO
No right answer yet to ‘privacy vs security’ parley – The Hindu—–*****
Expect one in 3-5 years, says Huawei’s cybersecurity chief, who is also impressed with the massive scale of Aadhaar Governments across the world are looking
Privacy: Be careful of permissions given to third-party apps on smartphones, warn experts – The Economic Times–25.03.2018—–*****
Facebook has not been able to catch a break lately. Rebuked for the misinformation spread on its platform by Russian agencies during the 2016 US presidential
Insolvency Resolution Professional New Age Liquidators Or A Bit More -Monish Panda – BW Businessworld–25.03.2018
The qualifications required to undertake the duties and obligations of the IRP, perhaps require review by the legislature. The Insolvency Resolution Professional (“IRP”) is an
Aadhaar database safe, no truth in reports of breach, UIDAI clarifies | The Indian Express–25.03.2018
UIDAI assured that the Aadhaar details remain safe and secure and the story sourced from ZDNet relating to Aadhaar database is “totally baseless, false and
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