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India confronts Google over Gemini AI tool’s ‘fascist Modi’ responses

Junior minister accuses tech firm of violating country’s IT laws with ‘downright malicious’ answers

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Morning digest | Indian ‘helper’ dies in Russian war zone; Centre discloses key consumption expenditure survey data after 11-year gap, and more

From Indian ‘helper’ dies in Russian war zone to Centre releases key consumption expenditure survey data, here is a select list of stories to start the day on Feb 25, 2024

The Hindu

Digital consumers in India should not be experimented on with 'unreliable' models: Rajeev Chandrasekhar warns Google

Rajeev Chandrasekhar made it clear to Google that explanations about unreliability of artificial intelligence models do not absolve or exempt platforms from laws.

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Gemini AI’s reply to query, ‘is Modi a fascist’, violates IT Rules: Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Google’s AI tool Gemini’s response to a question around Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in direct violation of I-T rules as well as several provisions of the criminal code, Minister of State for Electronics and I-T Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on February 23.

The Hindu

Draft AI regulation framework to be released by July: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Government to release draft AI regulatory framework by June-July to harness technology for economic growth and mitigate risks.

The Hindu

Apple's reply on device vulnerability not totally clear: government on iPhone alert to MPs

TiPhone alert to MPs: The government is still waiting for a clear reply from Apple on the iPhone alert sent to opposition political leaders around five months back on alleged hacking of their devices by state-backed hackers.

The Hindu

"NITI Aayog is cheerleader of PM Modi..." Congress brushes off poverty data

Congress general secretary in charge of communications, Jairam Ramesh, has taken a swipe at the central government after the report of the NITI Ayog on multidimensional poverty in the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tighter rules to be notified soon under IT Act: MoS IT after Tendulkar flags deepfake video

Indian government plans to tighten rules under the IT Act to combat deepfakes, which are seen as a threat to user safety and trust.

The Hindu

Apple hack warnings | MoS Rajeev Chandrashekhar rebuts Washington Post; says report has ‘half facts, fully embellished’

Union Minister of State for Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar has rebutted “The Washington Post” report on the Indian government allegedly targeting Apple after the company warned independent Indian journalists and Opposition party politicians that government hackers may have tried to break into their iPhones and called it “half facts, fully…

The Hindu

Govt. directs digital platforms not to carry ads of fraudulent loan apps

The government has directed social media and online platforms to ensure that they do not host advertisements of fraudulent loan apps.

The Hindu

More rural households now have access to tap water supply under Jal Jeevan Mission: Union Minister

JJM has enabled 97.46 lakh rural households in Tamil Nadu to access tap water, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said.

The Hindu

Kerala High Court extends interim order staying further action against Union Minister

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar seeks to quash two FIRs against him for alleged statements on social media in Kochi blasts case.

The Hindu

AI summit adopts New Delhi declaration on inclusiveness, collaboration

GPAI adopts 'New Delhi Declaration' affirming commitment to principles of responsible AI rooted in democratic values & human rights.

The Hindu

DMK MP’s remark on Hindi heartland States roils Lok Sabha; BJP wants Stalin also to apologise

DMK MP Senthilkumar's disparaging remarks on Hindi-speaking States caused uproar in Lok Sabha, forcing an adjournment. Despite his apology, Union Ministers accused Congress of divisive agenda, citing Telangana CM-designate's remarks. Congress accused of playing politics of regionalism, intent on 'Bharat Todo' instead of 'Bharat Jodo'.

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CPI(M) resorting to appeasement politics to cover up corruption, crony politics, says Union Minister

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar alleged CPI(M) indulged in appeasement politics & corruption. He criticised CM Vijayan's Navakerala Sadas & lack of job creation. He accused Congress & CPI(M) of welcoming Hamas, which killed 1400 people, & called them terrorists. BJP leaders present.

The Hindu

Minister asks CAs to develop digital skills to be future-ready

Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar addressed CA students at 'Satsang 2023', a mega conference in Kozhikode. He said new India offers most enabling environment for growth and success, and entrepreneurs can easily get funding for start-ups. He advised students to nurture digital skills to make…

The Hindu

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Top Kerala News developments today, December 2, 2023

The Hindu

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar says he will not accept random labelling as ‘communal element’

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said branding him as a communal element is akin to terming Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden a humanist. He called for right education & training to save youth from radicalisation and other social ills. Fr. Thomas Tharayil raised concerns over attacks on Christian minorities and urged…

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Kerala blast comments: Kerala High Court directs police not to take coercive action against Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar

kerala high court directs police not to take coercive steps against Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar in two cases till December 14, 2023. The cases were registered for allegedly promoting enmity between different groups by making statements on Kochi blasts. Counsel argued no statement or imputations were made against any community,…

The Hindu

Govt to enable citizens to file FIR against social media firms for IT rule violation

Govt to assist citizens in filing FIRs against social media platforms for IT rule violation. Meity to develop platform for users to notify violations. Zero tolerance for violation of IT rules. Social media platforms given 7 days to align terms of use as per IT rules.

The Hindu

Aadhaar authentication downtime very low, says Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Minister of State Rajeev Chandrasekhar responded to The Hindu's story on Nov 10, stating Aadhaar authentication downtime was only 0.85% of the year till Sep. UIDAI reported 54 hrs 33 mins of downtime spread over 266 days, which Mr. Chandrasekhar said was planned for system upgrades. Aadhaar authentications have taken…

The Hindu

Mahadev App: Centre didn't receive any letter seeking ban, says Union Minister Chandrasekhar

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar rejects Congress' claim that Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel had first raised demand to ban Mahadev App. Alleges Baghel govt. deliberately stretched investigation to take out ₹508 crore. ED claims ₹508 crore paid to Baghel, he denies.

The Hindu

Congress gains power by fake guarantees to turn States into 'ATM of one family': Union Minister Chandrasekhar

Rajeev Chandrasekhar claims Congress uses fake guarantees to gain power, turning States into "ATM of one family". Alleges Congress misleads people, citing examples in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh. Claims Congress changed criteria for beneficiaries of guarantees in Karnataka

The Hindu

Centre bans 22 betting apps, including Mahadev Book Online

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Sunday said that it had issued blocking orders

The Times of India

Elon Musk's son is named after this famous Indian scientist

Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s family has an important link with India. In a meeting with the Minister of State (MoS) for Electronics and Information Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Elon Musk has made an interesting revelation about his son's Indian connection. The meeting happened in Britain, a glimpse of which Chandrasekhar has…

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