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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
TopicBiometric

Topic: Biometric

India is 5th worst offender in the world for invasive use of biometric data, says report

In a study done by Comparitech, some of the worst countries for biometric data usage are in Asia while the least invasive nations are in Europe.

This new software can tell if your smile is real or fake

University of Bradford researchers who developed the software support popular theories that a spontaneous genuine smile lies in a person’s eyes.

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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Beckham—is Spice Girl Victoria a controlling desi mummyji?

The 26-year-old Brooklyn Beckham announced he has no wish to reconcile with his family and is “standing up” for himself “for the first time” in his life.

Government moves to ease Chinese investment curbs, clarify e-commerce export rules

Proposals based on Gauba panel recommendations; DPIIT has also sought defence ministry's comment to increase FDI limit from 49 percent to 74 percent.

CISF to take over security of all sea ports; govt approves airport-like hybrid arrangements

Development comes in the backdrop of Amit Shah chairing meeting to set up a dedicated body for the security of vessels and port facilities. It will be called Bureau of Port Security.

Pakistan se azaadi. Grow up India, stop giving it prime real estate in your psyche

Pakistan not only has zero chance of catching up with India in most areas, but will inevitably see the gap rising. Its leaders will offer its people the same snake oil in different bottles.