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Counter Comments on TRAI's Consultation Paper on Privacy, Security and Ownership of Data in Telecom Sector: by Amber Sinha — published Nov 23, 2017 — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
The Centre for Internet & Society (CIS) has commented on the Consultation Paper on Privacy, Security and Ownership of Data in Telecom Sector published by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India on August 9, 2017.
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Cyberattacks a significant threat to democracy: Modi: by Admin — published Nov 24, 2017 — filed under: Cyber Security, Internet Governance, Privacy
We have to ensure that cyberspace does not become a playground for dark horses of radicalism, says PM Narendra Modi at the fifth Global Conference on Cyber Space in Delhi.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
OPINION | Data is New Oil and Human Mind the New Battlefield. India Must Wake Up Now: by Admin — published Nov 26, 2017 — filed under: Internet Governance, Big Data, Privacy
In information warfare, the battlespace is the human mind. This is where the privacy of an individual intersects with national security. Fighting this battle will require a new paradigm in thought and action.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Should you worry about identity theft?: by Admin — published Sep 20, 2017 — last modified Nov 26, 2017 11:24 AM — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
Laws in India regarding data protection may be weak, but following basic cyber hygiene rules can make your own defences stronger.
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Data Protection and Privacy in India: The (Fundamental) Right Way: by Admin — published Nov 27, 2017 — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
Amber Sinha attended a roundtable conference on data protection and privacy on October 30, 2017 at India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. The close-door event was organised by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Breeding misinformation in virtual space: by Amber Sinha — published Dec 08, 2017 — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
A well-informed citizenry and institutions that provide good information are fundamental to a functional democracy.
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The Panama Papers and the question of privacy: by Prasad Krishna — published Apr 06, 2016 — last modified Apr 24, 2016 02:03 PM — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
This statement was originally published on privacyinternational.org on 4 April 2016.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Identity of the Aadhaar Act: Supreme Court and the Money Bill Question: by Vanya Rakesh and Sumandro Chattapadhyay — published May 09, 2016 — filed under: UID, Big Data, Privacy, Internet Governance, Aadhaar
A writ petition has been filed by former Union minister Jairam Ramesh on April 6 challenging the constitutionality and legality of the treatment of this Act as a money bill. The Supreme Court heard the matter on April 25 and invited the Union government to present its view. It is our view that the Supreme Court can not only review the Lok Sabha speaker’s decision, but should also ask the government to draft the Aadhaar Bill again, this time with greater parliamentary and public deliberation. Vanya Rakesh and Sumandro Chattapadhyay wrote this article on The Wire.
Located in Internet Governance / Blog
Draft International Principles on Communications Surveillance and Human Rights: by Elonnai Hickok — published Jan 16, 2013 — last modified Jul 12, 2013 03:55 PM — filed under: SAFEGUARDS, Internet Governance, Privacy
These principles were developed by Privacy International and the Electronic Frontier Foundation and seek to define an international standard for the surveillance of communications. The Centre for Internet and Society has been contributing feedback to the principles.
Located in Internet Governance / Blog
People should resist enforcement of UID scheme, say experts: by Prasad Krishna — published Mar 03, 2013 — last modified Mar 11, 2013 06:45 AM — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
Internationally recognized expert on law and poverty Dr. Usha Ramanathan Saturday urged citizens of the country to question the enforcement of the UID scheme that has no legitimacy.
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