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Ransomware is a type of malicious software. It encrypts files on a victim's computer. The attacker demands a ransom for decryption. This cyber threat affects individuals and organisations alike. It can disrupt essential services. Ransomware attacks have increased in recent years. They pose significant risks to data security. Prevention measures are crucial. Regular backups and updated software can help mitigate risks.

Interpol Warns of Increased COVID-19 Ransomware Attacks

The International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) has issued a warning to its member countries regarding a surge in cybercrime amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The agency has identified...

 April 7, 2020

Dtrack Malware Infects Indian Nuclear Power System

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd. (NPCIL) has recently confirmed that its system at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) has fallen victim to a cyberattack. The...

 October 30, 2019

Smominru Malware Continues Infecting Thousands Daily

Malware Smominru is a notorious botnet first reported in 2017, currently responsible for infecting thousands of computers across the globe with a disturbing daily rate. With over 4,700...

 October 9, 2019

Vedic Age as background to state formation

The transformation of the Vedic political structure from the Early Vedic (Rigvedic) period to the Later Vedic period laid the structural foundation for the rise of the Mahajanapadas...

 April 21, 2019

Community Radio Stations (CRS) Support Scheme

The Community Radio Stations (CRS) Support Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme administered by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It is designed to empower local communities by...

 August 16, 2018

National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)

The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) is a pan-India electronic trading portal that networks the existing Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) mandis to create a unified national market for...

 August 1, 2018

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