By: Javid Amin Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize many industries, but it also comes with risks. One of the most concerning risks is the potential for AI to be used for malicious purposes, such as cybercrime and bioweapons creation. In recent months, there have been reports of AI being used for malicious purposes on the dark web. One example is FraudGPT, a bot that can be used to create cracking tools, phishing emails, and other offences. FraudGPT is reportedly priced at $200 for a monthly subscription and…
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Indian Army Jawan reported missing in Kulgam, blood found in his car
An Indian Army soldier had reportedly missing from Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district, police officials said on Sunday. Javed Ahmad Wani, 25, a resident of Achathal area of Kulgam district, had gone missing Saturday evening, the officials said. Wani, posted in Ladakh region, was on leave. His car was found in Paranhall later around 8pm, they said. Security forces have launched a massive hunt to track down the missing soldier. Some reports, citing his family, claimed that Wani was kidnapped from his vehicle in Kulgam district. The police, however, was…
Read MoreSelfies with National Flag become a Must for Govt Officials on Independence Day
The government has directed all the government officers to use selfies with images of ‘Jhanda (flag), Mitti (soil) and Diya (earthen lamp) as Display Pictures (DPs) on their social media handles while people have been asked to be a part of ‘Meri Mitti Mera Desh’ campaign on this year’s Independence Day to be commemorated on August 15. The decision in this regard was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary (CS) Arun Kumar Mehta to review the arrangements for Independence Day-2023. As per the official document, all Administrative…
Read MoreJ&K can’t be run via Remote Control; Opposition slam BJP Govt for delaying Assembly Elections
Political parties in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday slammed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government for “inordinate delay” in holding assembly elections in the region. “The region cannot be run through a remote control from Delhi,” the parties said. Speaking at a discussion on “Jammu and Kashmir – The way forward” organised by Centre for Peace and Progress, former legislator of the CPI (M), MY Tarigami said, “Once a historic state, J&K is fighting for its survival today. In 1927 Dogra rulers had given us nine rights. They were the ones…
Read MoreJuice Jacking: A Hidden Cyber Threat Lurking in Public Charging Stations
In today’s fast-paced digital world, smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. However, the increasing reliance on these devices also makes us susceptible to various cyber threats. One such emerging threat is “juice jacking.” This article will delve into what juice jacking is, how it works, and essential tips to avoid falling into this trap. What is Juice Jacking? Juice jacking is a cyber attack where malicious actors exploit the vulnerabilities in public charging stations to steal data or install malware on unsuspecting users’ smartphones or other electronic…
Read MoreReservation of seats for Kashmiri Pandits will help in their Rehabilitation and Safety: BJP
Kashmir’s Sikh Community Demands Reservation in Assembly The BJP on July 28 defended the move to reserve seats for Kashmiri Pandits and displaced residents of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the Assembly of the Union Territory. “The BJP has pledged to protect the rights of all the sections in J&K. The National Conference [NC] has blood on their hands. The Abdullahs, the Muftis, the Gandhis, are responsible for 1989. Mufti Muhammad Sayeed was Union Home Minister and Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Chief Minister, when Kashmir saw a mass migration of Pandits,” Tarun…
Read MoreSenior J&K Official transferred after he flagged hotel construction irregularities
Before he was shunted out, the official had also written to the Anantnag deputy commissioner about changes the latter made to the hotel’s construction plan that were executed in contravention of procedure. By: Jehangir Ali Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha’s administration shunted out a senior officer for allegedly flagging violations by an under-construction hotel in a Pahalgam health resort in south Kashmir, The Wire has learnt. The hotel, which comprises three huts and includes a staff quarter, is coming up in Athnadan village, located on the outskirts of the eco-fragile Pahalgam…
Read MoreFatal Car Crash in Jammu claims woman’s life, BSF Jawan among 2 Injured
A woman died and two men, including a BSF jawan, were injured after their car rammed into a pillar opposite BSF camp at Paloura on Friday, said officials. The deceased was identified as Vandana Verma, 40, wife of Rakesh Verma of Patoli Mangotrian. A police officer said, “The accident took place at Paloura opposite BSF’s frontier headquarters when their car collided with a pillar. While woman died on the spot, two others, including a BSF were injured critically.” The injured were identified as BSF constable Rakesh Verma, 47, of Patoli…
Read MoreHeavy Rainfall Hits Kashmir, MeT Predicts Continued Precipitation in the Coming Days
Woman killed in house collapse in Udhampur Footbridge washed away in Doda amid heavy rains Rain lashed parts of Kashmir on Friday with meteorological department predicting more possibility of showers in coming days. Following light early morning showers, the weather was generally overcast and cloudy. Flash floods hit a stream in central Kashmir’s Budgam washing away a car. “There was no major damage,” officials said. The MeT said that there was a possibility of light to moderate thunderstorms at many places with isolated heavy rainfall over Jammu region, especially during late night…
Read MoreManipur Violence: 21 MPs of I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Head to Violence-Hit State for On-Site Visit
A 21-MP delegation of the Opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) will be beginning on Saturday for a two-day visit to Manipur to assess the ground situation and make recommendations to the government and Parliament. This comes as a part of efforts to help resolve the ethnic conflict — primarily between the Kukis and the Meiteis — that has roiled the state since May 3. At least 150 people have been killed and over 50,000 have been displaced so far. The delegation, from at least 21 political parties, will…
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