Govt Withdraws Sanchar Saathi Mandate
After widespread privacy backlash, the government has officially scrapped its directive requiring mandatory installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on all new smartphones.
Privacy advocates, opposition leaders, and digital rights groups raised major concerns over surveillance and misuse.
The government now says more consultation is needed.
India Prepares New Law Against Deepfakes & Fake News
IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms that a new regulatory framework is being drafted to combat:
– AI-generated deepfakes
– Viral misinformation
– Platform accountability
– Manipulated content threatening democratic processes
This could become India’s most comprehensive anti-misinformation law yet.
Google Workspace Studio Introduced
Google announces Workspace Studio, a new AI platform where users can create automation agents for Gmail, Drive, Meet, and more.
These agents can draft emails, organize files, send reminders, and automate workflows all through natural language.
Experts say this marks a major shift toward AI-powered workplace productivity.
