Bharat NCX 2025
The National Cybersecurity Exercise Bharat NCX 2025 was inaugurated by Deputy National Security Advisor T. V. Ravichandran, focusing on enhancing India's cyber defense capabilities. The two-week exercise simulates real-world cyber incidents, involving professionals from various sectors to improve operational preparedness. Key features include live-fire simulations, a Strategic Decision-Making
Cybersecurity
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) held a National Conference on Making Cities Cyber Secure on July 18, 2025, in New Delhi, focusing on urban cybersecurity challenges and resilience. Key initiatives included city-level cybersecurity frameworks, mandatory Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), and cybersecurity audits. Over 300 delegates participated,
Cybersecurity
A State Capacity Building Workshop for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and Deputy CISOs was held in Gangtok, Sikkim, on July 14, 2025. Organized by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) and the Department of Information Technology, the workshop focused on enhancing cybersecurity awareness and capabilities among state officials. Keynote speaker
Cybersecurity
The Ministry of Electronics and IT and BITS-Pilani have signed a MoU to launch an 8-week Professional Development Program in Cybersecurity aimed at professionals across government, public sector, and industry. The program, starting on July 19, 2025, will provide training in various cybersecurity topics and is open to individuals without
Digital Transformation
On Statistics Day, the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) highlights its significant digital transformation progress over the past year. Key developments include the launch of the eSankhyiki portal, new digital modules, and public-facing dashboards, enhancing data accessibility and transparency. The Ministry is
Power Conference
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired a Regional Power Conference in Patna, emphasizing the need for states to enhance power generation capacities, develop intra-state transmission, and reduce distribution losses. The conference highlighted India's transition to a power-sufficient nation, with a peak demand projected to reach 270 GW. Key
Cybersecurity
The Jammu & Kashmir Government, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division and CERT-IN, conducted a two-day workshop focused on enhancing cyber resilience and crisis management among senior government officials. The workshop emphasized the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures and inter-departmental cooperation to ensure secure digital governance. Keynote speakers highlighted