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Time of India
19-07-2025
- Time of India
Menace in the sky: UP villagers chase drones with sticks & stones
Drones in UP sky spark fear BIJNOR: Just before dusk on Friday, a drone swooped low over Bulandshahr District Jail, hovered for several seconds, shifted its angle, and turned back. Within hours, aerial footage of the compound surfaced on social media. By Saturday morning, the pilot was arrested, the drone seized, and police had filed charges for unauthorised flying and filming inside a protected no-fly, no-photography zone. Bhupendra Singh, 25, has been charged under sections 223 (breach of peace) and 351(1) (acts endangering safety) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with provisions of the IT Act, Prison Act, and Criminal Law (Amendment) Act. Though Singh's case appears procedural — cops say he's been identified as source of the footage — there is growing unease in the region. What the law says The sky, once carrying birds, now feels crowded. As night falls & power lines flicker, residents climb rooftops with torches, keeping watch for hours. Across villages in UP, people have begun mounting rooftop vigils, chasing away low-flying drones with torches, stones, and sharpened sticks as sightings multiply and suspicion deepens. For several nights before the jail airspace was breached, 'strange lights' were spotted drifting across districts encircling Bulandshahr — Bijnor, Moradabad, and Amroha. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo Over rooftops and farms, between mango orchards and grain silos, blinking red and blue as they swept silently across villages after sundown. No one knew who operated them, but everyone noticed. In Syohara (Bijnor), torches burned till dawn. In Chhajlat (Moradabad), someone fired a shot skyward. In Bukharipur, an e-rickshaw battery went missing hours after a drone was seen hovering overhead. In Dhabarsi and Ogarpur (Amroha), residents began drawing maps — not of fields, but of drone paths and power cuts. 'They stop above your house like they are measuring it,' said Brahampal Singh of Isapur Sharkee. In Rajoha, three young men filming reels were beaten by villagers who thought they were guiding drones for a robbery ring. In Adampur, a drone passed overhead one evening, later that night someone stole a two-wheeler battery. 'Maybe a coincidence, maybe a conspiracy,' said one resident. Police have said no theft has yet been conclusively linked to drones. But across dozens of villages, the fear persists: someone is watching, and no one knows who. Bijnor SP Sanjeev Vajpayee said cops had stepped up night patrols, were tracking local drone sales, and scanning social media for flight footage. 'Some of this is probably mischief,' he said. 'But not all of it.' Apart from jail breach arrest, no other pilots have been identified, and no drones recovered. Yet in village after village, people keep looking up.
Forbes
01-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How AI Is Transforming Network Security
Bhupendra Singh is a Senior Network Architect at Marriott International. Cybersecurity used to be a much simpler game. Companies built strong firewalls, set up antivirus systems and hoped their networks wouldn't be breached. That model worked for a while, but today, everything has changed. Cloud computing, remote work, mobile devices and the explosion of the Internet of Things (IoT) have all stretched our networks across a wide and often invisible digital landscape. And the threats we face? They've become faster, smarter and more aggressive. In this complex and high-stakes environment, AI is stepping up not just as a useful tool, but as a strategic necessity. When implemented effectively, AI-enabled network security can transform how we defend our systems, moving from reactive, rule-based systems to dynamic, predictive defense mechanisms that learn and adapt in real time. The Changing Face Of Threats Modern attackers are not lone hackers in basements. They are well-funded groups using automation, AI and even machine learning to exploit weaknesses quickly and at scale. These adversaries often breach networks and remain undetected for months, slowly harvesting data or laying the groundwork for more damaging attacks. Signature-based tools and manual monitoring simply can't keep up with this pace. AI, on the other hand, brings scale, speed and intelligence. It analyzes vast amounts of data, detects patterns, flags anomalies and initiates responses in seconds, far faster than any human team could manage. It's not just about catching attacks. It's about staying ahead of them. How AI Powers Modern Network Security Think of AI as a superhuman analyst that never gets tired, distracted or overwhelmed. Here are just a few of the ways AI is reshaping network security: AI systems learn what "normal" looks like on a network—usual login times, regular data access patterns and typical application behavior. When something deviates from that baseline, such as a user downloading an unusually large number of files or logging in from a strange location, the system flags it. This helps security teams catch threats that slip past traditional filters. AI-driven platforms can take immediate action when a threat is detected. For instance, they can isolate an infected endpoint, block suspicious traffic or adjust firewall rules automatically. Tools like security orchestration, automation and response (SOAR) systems are making this kind of fast reaction more accessible and effective. By scanning data from internal systems, global threat databases and even the dark web, AI can correlate scattered pieces of information to identify sophisticated attacks. It can make sense of huge volumes of data in seconds, providing analysts with real, actionable intelligence. AI tracks users, devices and applications over time. If an employee suddenly accesses a sensitive server they've never used before or a device starts communicating with known malicious IPs, the system can flag the behavior for investigation. Over time, this builds a nuanced, context-aware picture of risk. What Makes AI Different? Across industries, organizations are already seeing results. Financial firms use AI to detect fraud that evades rule-based systems. Healthcare providers use it to guard sensitive patient data and meet strict compliance standards. Governments apply AI to secure critical infrastructure. The biggest difference with AI isn't just that it's faster—it's that it learns. Traditional systems follow rules written by humans. AI models improve themselves over time, adapting to changes in network behavior, new attack methods and evolving risks. They grow smarter with every incident they see. As they get smarter, they don't just detect attacks—they anticipate them. But AI Isn't Perfect While the benefits are clear, AI also introduces new challenges: • False Positives: AI systems can sometimes generate too many alerts, many of which turn out to be harmless. This can overwhelm analysts and lead to alert fatigue. • Bias And Blind Spots: If the training data is incomplete or skewed, AI might miss certain types of attacks or misclassify activity. • Adversarial AI: Attackers are starting to use AI themselves, including creating attacks that confuse or bypass AI models. Ultimately, AI is a powerful tool, but it still needs human oversight. It works best when paired with experienced analysts who can validate findings, fine-tune models and interpret results. Looking Ahead: The Rise Of Autonomous Security The next frontier is autonomous security—systems that not only detect and respond but self-heal. We're already seeing early signs of this in networks that isolate infected nodes automatically or reroute traffic in response to distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. As AI becomes more sophisticated, we may soon have systems that proactively reinforce their own defenses, much like an immune system. There's also growing interest in integrating AI with emerging technologies like quantum-resilient cryptography and blockchain-based identity systems to build networks that are not just secure, but resilient by design. Final Thoughts The cyber battlefield is changing, and defenders can no longer afford to be one step behind. AI is giving us the tools to flip the script by predicting rather than reacting, going from passive monitoring to intelligent, adaptive protection. But like any powerful tool, success depends on how it's used. Organizations must invest in the right data, talent and processes to make AI work. They must also remember that at the end of the day, cybersecurity is not just about technology—it's about people, trust and responsibility. AI won't solve every problem. Used wisely, however, it could become one of the most powerful allies we have in building a safer digital world. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs and technology executives. Do I qualify?
News18
10-06-2025
- Politics
- News18
How A Tribal Bride Helped Break A 17-Year 'Parag' In Madhya Pradesh
Last Updated: Laloi village in Madhya Pradesh ended the harmful 'Parag' tradition. Villagers raised Rs 3 lakh to support a tribal girl's wedding, marking a historic change An archaic custom known as Parag, where an entire village is punished for an individual's wrongdoing, has finally been broken in Laloi village, Madhya Pradesh. Seventeen years ago, a crime was committed in Laloi village, located in the Malthon block of Sagar district, near the Madhya Pradesh-Uttar Pradesh border. In response, the village panchayat unanimously resolved to enforce the traditional practice of Parag. It was believed that anyone who defied this decision would bring misfortune or a curse upon themselves and the village. For nearly two decades, this fear prevailed, and no one dared to challenge or abandon the social custom. Deep Impact On The Marginalised The tradition of Parag disproportionately affected the poor, especially families trying to marry off their daughters. Under this custom, only the marriage of daughters was prohibited in the village, while no such restriction applied to the marriage of sons. In some villages, even the playing of the Shehnai during weddings was entirely banned. Girls were forced to wed outside the village at great expense, while boys faced no such restriction. Despite modern advancements in science and technology, the regressive custom continued unchecked in this region. As part of the ritual atonement, the individual responsible for the original offence was required to bathe in the Ganges, the villagers had to host a communal feast, and a symbolic marriage of Tulsi and Shaligram had to be performed on Devuthani Ekadashi. Until these rituals were completed, the oppressive practice remained in force. The event marked a turning point in the village's social history. A Wedding That Made History With the support of all villagers, Mansi Gaur was married in a joyous ceremony. Sarpanch Badal Singh noted that Rs 3 lakh was collected and the entire community joined in welcoming the wedding procession from Narsinghgarh, Damoh. Former Home Minister and MLA Bhupendra Singh also attended. Bhupendra Singh used the occasion to criticise the hypocrisy of worshipping girls as goddesses while upholding discriminatory practices. He called for a collective societal shift away from harmful traditions to foster genuine equality and progress. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: June 10, 2025, 11:23 IST
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Ahilyabai was a paragon of women strength'
Lucknow: Emphasising the importance of historical female figures, BJP's state president Bhupendra Singh on Saturday said, "Queen Ahilyabai Holkar was a formidable administrator, warrior and a driving force behind economic and cultural revival. " Addressing a seminar that marked the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai, Singh said, "She was a paragon of women's strength whose contributions to justice and entrepreneurship made her different." Power and urban development minister AK Sharma highlighted Ahilyabai's extensive work in temple restoration and her initiatives aimed at economic fortification and women's empowerment during her rule. He noted her unique ability to blend tradition with progress, which significantly benefited society. Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma reiterated Ahilyabai's pivotal role in cultural heritage preservation amid the adversities of Mughal and British rule. Meanwhile, BJP's Lucknow district president Anand Dwivedi said that the BJP organised a series of programmes from May 21-31 under a campaign to further promote the legacy of Ahilyabai. The seminar attracted numerous party workers and community members, reflecting the lasting impact of Ahilyabai's contributions to society and culture, serving as an inspiration for future generations.
Hindustan Times
31-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bird Flu Alert: Gorakhpur bans chicken sale for 3 weeks
The district administration in Gorakhpur has announced a three-week ban on the sale of chicken after confirmation of a bird flu outbreak in multiple areas of the city. The decision follows laboratory tests that detected H5N1 and H9N1 strains in samples sent to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD). According to chief veterinary officer (CFO) Dr Bhupendra Singh, samples testing positive were collected from Jhugiya Bazar, Aluminium Factory area, Taramandal, Bhagat Crossing, and localities near Shaheed Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park. As part of containment measures, authorities have begun culling birds in affected areas. On Saturday, 695 birds were culled from 19 poultry shops identified within the hotspots. A one-kilometre containment zone has been declared around the affected sites. A quick response team and a control room have also been activated to monitor the evolving situation, the CFO informed. Officials said that the H5 strain was also found in a sample taken from Tigress Shakti, who died at Gorakhpur Zoo on May 7. In response, the animal husbandry department collected 1,328 samples from poultry farms and vendors across the district for further testing at NIHSAD. Surveillance has been stepped up across Gorakhpur to track any new signs of the virus. Zoo deputy director Dr Yogesh Pratap Singh confirmed that no other animals have tested positive. However, the zoo will remain closed for at least another week beyond June 3 as a preventive measure. 'Authorities are awaiting results for five more samples taken from the premises.'
