Heritage Under Threat: Why India Must Protect Its Traditional Knowledge

November 23, 2024

The protection of Traditional Knowledge (TK) in India is an urgent and necessary endeavor that requires immediate attention from policymakers, communities, and stakeholders. Traditional Knowledge encompasses the wisdom, practices, and innovations developed by indigenous and local communities over generations. It plays a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage, promoting biodiversity,...

The digital dragnet: A threat to personal liberty

November 4, 2024

The digital age, while bringing unprecedented opportunities, has also given rise to a plethora of new threats. One such threat, gaining alarming momentum in India, is the “digital arrest scam.” This scam, executed through sophisticated tactics, has ensnared numerous unsuspecting citizens, causing significant financial and emotional distress. The modus operandi...

Dark Patterns: Shining a light on consumer protection in the digital age

February 14, 2024

The consumer landscape has been irrevocably altered by the digital revolution. E-commerce platforms have become ubiquitous, offering unparalleled convenience and access to goods and services. However, within this online marketplace, a shadowy element lurks: dark patterns. These are deceptive design tactics employed by platforms to manipulate users into making unintended...

Dark Patterns: Shining a light on consumer protection in the digital age

January 18, 2024

The consumer landscape has been irrevocably altered by the digital revolution. E-commerce platforms have become ubiquitous, offering unparalleled convenience and access to goods and services. However, within this online marketplace, a shadowy element lurks: dark patterns. These are deceptive design tactics employed by platforms to manipulate users into making unintended...

Diving in the deep waters of Deepfakes: An Indian perspective

December 2, 2023

In an era dominated by rapid technological advancements, the rise of deepfake technology presents a unique set of challenges that demand our attention. Deepfakes, which use artificial intelligence to manipulate or fabricate audio and video content, have the potential to deceive and manipulate public opinion. As we confront this emerging...

Personal Data Protection Bill: New India’s Necessity

July 31, 2023

The Union Government has released a revised personal data protection bill, now called the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022. The Bill was introduced after 3 months of withdrawing the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019. The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill is a well-addressed bill that predominantly focuses on the...