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The digital age, while bringing about unprecedented advancements, has also given rise to a new form of crime: cybercrime. A recent report has shed light on the alarming rise of this digital menace in India. In 2023, nearly two in five, or 33%, of web users in India were victims of Internet born cyberattacks. This statistic underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures in the country.

CyberDost the cyber safety and cybersecurity awareness handle on X, formerly Twitter, maintained by the Ministry of Home Affairs , Government of India keeps sharing tips on how netizens can keep their data, devices and accounts (including bank accounts) safe from cybercriminals.

Shri Giriraj Singh while interacting with the Officers from various State/UTs emphasized that saturation of digitalization process of land records and registration will help mitigate the huge pendency of court cases involving land disputes and will further help in improving the raking of the country in terms of Ease of Doing Business.

This brief examines the rapid growth of the global online gaming industry and the consequent increase in cyber threats. Issues such as microtransactions, money laundering, and predatory practices by developers can stymie the industry s growth potential if not addressed.

As part of this national campaign, eScan, a leading cybersecurity solutions vendor, is contributing to the cause by providing eScan Botnet Scanning & Cleaning Toolkit for botnet detections on Laptops, Desktops, and Smartphones. This powerful tool empowers citizens to scan and cleanse their devices of any potential botnet infections, thereby fortifying their digital defences.