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Fake WhatsApp message on COVID XBB variant going viral; Health Ministry cautions Indians
22 Dec

Fake WhatsApp message on COVID XBB variant going viral; Health Ministry cautions Indians

Business Correspondent0 CommentsCovid-19, Health
In the midst of the ongoing fear over the growing number of COVID-19 cases across the world, India is also preparing to take appropriate measures to check the spread of the deadly Coronavirus in the country. While the govt. has issued a fresh advisory to tackle the menace of COVID-19, it has also urged Indians to not trust fake news that is spreading on social media. The increasing concerns over the massive surge in COVID cases in China, a message is going viral on WhatsApp groups regarding the Omicron XBB variant. According to the message, it has been claimed that…
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Citizens can now access Digilocker services on WhatsApp
23 May

Citizens can now access Digilocker services on WhatsApp

editor0 CommentsBreaking News,
In a major initiative to make government services accessible, inclusive, transparent and simple, MyGov today announced that citizens will now be able to use the MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsApp to access the Digilocker service. This includes creating and authenticating their Digilocker account and downloading documents such as PAN card, driving license, and vehicle registration certificate, among others, all on WhatsApp. An official note said the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been working for “Ease of Living” through Digital India. In this context, the MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsApp is a major step to ensuring governance and…
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WhatsApp features to prevent the spread of misinformation
24 Feb

WhatsApp features to prevent the spread of misinformation

editor0 CommentsBusiness, India
WhatsApp is an industry leader among end-to-end encrypted messaging services in preventing abuse and promoting online security. At WhatsApp, the safety of their users is at the core of everything they do.While there is no single action that can help prevent the spread of misinformation and fake news online, WhatsApp has made significant product investments that empower users to stay safe while communicating with their friends and family. Here are some tips for users to ensure that they take control of their safety on WhatsApp – (1) Group privacy settings, (2) Forward limits and additional limits for viral messages, (3)…
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MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp
01 Sep

MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp

editor0 CommentsBusiness
The Ministry of Health and MyGov has announced that the MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp now allows users to locate their nearest vaccination centre and book their vaccine-appointment. To contact MyGov Corona Helpdesk chatbot, citizens can save the WhatsApp number+91 9013151515 on their phones; start a chat by typing “Book Slot” and send it to the number. This will generate a 6-digit one-time password on the respective mobile phone number. Users then choose a preferred date and location, based on the pincode and vaccine type. All users can follow this sequence to get a confirmation of their centre and day…
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WhatsApp to help vaccination slot booking
26 Aug

WhatsApp to help vaccination slot booking

editor0 CommentsCovid-19, ,
It is now easy to locate a vaccination centre and book a vaccine-appointment. The Ministry of Health and MyGov announced that the MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp now allows users to locate their nearest vaccination centre and book their vaccine-appointment. Ctizens can save the WhatsApp number +91 9013151515 on their phones to contact MyGov Corona Helpdesk chatbot, start a chat by typing ‘Book Slot’ and send it to the number. This will generate a 6-digit one-time password on the respective mobile phone number. Users then choose a preferred date and location, based on the pincode and vaccine type. All users…
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12 May

WhatsApp’s new terms and privacy policy will be updated from 15th May

editor0 CommentsBusiness, Entertainment, , ,
Within just 3 days WhatsApp’s new terms and privacy policy will be updated. Starting on May 15, the popular instant messaging app will change its privacy policy to gather more information about its users, including things like your time zone, IP address, location, and even information about what type of device you are using. In January of 2021, WhatsApp announced that it would update its privacy policy and share your info with Facebook and other Facebook companies, but due to mass confusion, the company decided to give users a few weeks to make a choice. Now, what happened if you don’t agree…
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Safety on WhatsApp
03 Apr

Safety on WhatsApp

editor0 CommentsBusiness
While there is no single action that can resolve the complex challenges contributing to misinformation, WhatsApp is committed to doing its part to ensure that users stay safe on the platform. It is important for users to empower themselves and exercise control to steer clear from any misinformation that they might come across. WhatsApp issued some tips for its users to ensure that they take control of their safety on WhatsApp. These are: Forwarded labels, Group Privacy Settings, Block users, Report Spam, Fact-Checking Network and Two-Step Verification. To resist misinformation, WhatsApp requested its users to follow these tips.
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Vi Customers can now pay bills on WhatsApp
24 Mar

Vi Customers can now pay bills on WhatsApp

editor0 CommentsBusiness,
Continuing with its focus on digital first experience, Vi has introduced another industry first service for its customers enabling them to conveniently do their recharges and pay bills anywhere, anytime. Vi customers can now enjoy on the spot seamless payments and recharges through its AI poweredVirtual Agent VIC on its Digital Assets and also on WhatsApp.Vi postpaid and prepaid customers can now avail this digital payments service which works across all payment gateways / UPI.Vi prepaid customers can recharge with any prepaid pack instantly in just two clicks from the Virtual Agent VIC, including WhatsApp. In 2020, Vi became the first…
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Withdraw new policy, Centre tells WhatsApp
20 Jan

Withdraw new policy, Centre tells WhatsApp

editor0 CommentsTech Byte, ,
The ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has asked WhatsApp to withdraw the unilateral changes to its privacy policy as they take away choice from Indian users and are invasive, unfair and unacceptable  and reconsider its approach to information privacy, freedom of choice and data security. “The proposed changes raise grave concerns regarding the implications for the choice and autonomy of Indian citizens… Therefore, you are called upon to withdraw the proposed changes,” the ministry of electronics and information technology wrote to WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart on Monday. The ministry has also asked detailed information about WhatsApp’s data sharing protocols…
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How Signal App Became Overnight Popular? Is it safe?
18 Jan

How Signal App Became Overnight Popular? Is it safe?

editor0 CommentsNorth East,
Signal is messaging service similar to the WhatApp. Over the past few days, it became the number one free app in the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store. However its arch competitor, WhatsApp helped it to gain popularity. WhatsApp updated its privacy policy earlier this month, and required users to accept that it shares some information with Facebook before continuing to use the app.  This led confusion outrage among the users and people started to search for a reliable alternative. Since Signal is an “end-to-end encrypted” app, it became users number one choice. On January 7, Elon Musk tweeted “Use Signal” and sent…
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