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Topic: WhatsApp

The most powerful job in UK politics is now ‘WhatsApp group admin’

WhatsApp groups unite MPs of different parties that range from Labour factions to the “One Nation” group of moderate Tories.

WhatsApp, Google asked to provide information related to JNU attack

The Delhi High Court asked Delhi police to seize phones of members who were part of two WhatsApp groups via which the attack on JNU students and teachers was allegedly coordinated.

Ladakh diktat to WhatsApp group administrators — register yourself with police, bring photos

A senior police officer said the practice of registering WhatsApp groups predated the bifurcation of J&K but residents dispute the claim. 

Can Modi govt know who you text? Should FB be liable for your posts? We’ll know in Jan 2020

Apart from deciding on end-to-end encryption for chats, the amended IT Rules will also decide on what content belongs on the internet.

FireChat, Bridgefy see massive rise in downloads amid internet shutdowns during CAA protests

Data reveals that Delhi showed the most interest in FireChat and Bridgefy in the seven-day period beginning 12 December.

Spying or hacking — nothing is hurting WhatsApp’s status as India’s top messaging app

Data with Sensor Tower shows WhatsApp was most downloaded app in November, the month the Pegasus scandal broke, and continues to remain India’s most popular app.

Parliament panel asks Facebook, WhatsApp to step up action on women & child abuse content

The committee, chaired by BJP’s Heena Gavit and featuring 20 women MPs, was not satisfied with the social media giant’s answers.

Why Kashmiris are mysteriously losing their WhatsApp accounts

Some Kashmiris living in other states have taken to social media platforms to share screenshots of people from the Valley leaving WhatsApp groups.

Telegram, Signal, WhatsApp — what Gandhis, Kejriwal, Badals use to keep their calls private

Privacy concerns & new technologies have ushered in a new era of exchanges between politicians, with many now opting for apps offering better levels of encryption.

WhatsApp, in letter to Modi govt, expresses ‘regret’ over Pegasus snooping issue

WhatsApp said it will ensure better safety measures after it confirmed last month that Pegasus spyware was used to spy on Indian journalists and human rights activists through its app.

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Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.