How schools breach children’s data privacy: A snapshot

Schools and other organizations are posting children's photos and achievements online without proper parental consent, potentially violating the DPDP Act. This practice exposes minors to privacy risks, online abuse, and legal issues. While global governments are strengthening child online protections, compliance in India remains inconsistent, leaving many children vulnerable to exploitation and harassment, as highlighted by a recent student's experience.

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AIIMS Paramedical 2026 Admit Card released at aiimsexams.ac.in; direct link and download steps

The AIIMS Paramedical Admit Card 2026 has been released on the official examination website for candidates registered for the entrance test. Applicants can download their hall tickets using their registration ID and password. The AIIMS BSc Paramedical entrance examination is scheduled for July 4, 2026, in computer-based test (CBT) mode. Candidates must carry the printed admit card, a valid photo ID and any additional documents specified for entry to the examination centre.

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Haryana HSSC announces final PMT chance for absentee Group C candidates with revised June 2026 schedule

The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has announced a final opportunity for absentee candidates to appear for the Physical Measurement Test under Group C recruitment advertisements 13/2024, 01/2026, 02/2026 and 04/2026. Revised PMT dates have been scheduled at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula. Candidates must report with their admit card and a valid identity proof. The Commission has clarified that no fresh admit cards or individual notifications will be issued, and no further opportunity will be provided.

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West Asia conflict may delay India's chip projects

India's ambitious semiconductor projects, including Tata Electronics' Dholera fab, face potential delays due to the West Asia conflict. Logistical snags have disrupted the supply of crucial speciality gases, chemicals, and metals, leading to concerns about cost overruns and extended timelines. While some believe disruptions have eased, experts warn of significant pushes to production schedules, impacting both construction and operational phases.

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Living on borrowed AI won’t end well for India, warn experts

India's reliance on foreign-controlled advanced AI models, like Anthropic's, is under scrutiny after a US government directive suspended access. Experts warn this highlights a significant vulnerability, potentially hindering India's ambition to become an AI power. The incident underscores the need for stronger domestic capabilities and strategic infrastructure to avoid being merely an adopter of technologies controlled elsewhere, emphasizing the geopolitical implications of frontier AI.

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Xbox to raise console prices worldwide from August

Groups representing automakers, retailers, electronics firms and others had ‌warned earlier ⁠this ⁠month that the increasing demand for memory chips could lead to ​dramatic price hikes in U.S. consumer goods and disrupt supply chains.

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Pocket FM winds down microdrama to focus on audio dramas, overseas market

Audio entertainment firm Pocket FM is shutting down its microdrama vertical, Pocket TV, to concentrate on its core audio dramas and international expansion. This strategic shift precedes a potential public listing, as the company prioritizes profitability. While short video dramas are booming in India, Pocket FM is returning to its strengths in audio, where it has established content and monetization.

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