India mandates pre-installation of government cyber safety app on all smartphones

Apple has reportedly decided not to pre-install India's state-mandated cybersecurity app on its devices, a move that comes as India requires all smartphone manufacturers to include this app to enhance national security and user data protection. The app, known as Sanchar Saathi, is intended to combat rising cybercrime and cannot be deleted by users.

Indian food delivery service Swiggy Ltd. is set to raise up to 100 billion rupees ($1.1 billion) from institutional investors as early as next week, signaling a significant move in the Indian market. This share sale reflects the company's growth ambitions and the increasing interest in the food delivery sector.

India is set to mandate the installation of a state-owned cybersecurity application on all smartphones, a move aimed at enhancing national security and protecting user data. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to bolster cybersecurity measures amid rising digital threats.

India's telecom ministry has mandated that smartphone manufacturers preload all new devices with a state-owned cybersecurity app, Sanchar Saathi, which cannot be deleted. This initiative aims to combat a rise in cybercrime and enhance the security of 1.2 billion telecom users in the country.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation, India's safety regulator, announced that airlines in the country have successfully completed urgent software upgrades for the Airbus 320 family of aircraft. This upgrade is crucial for maintaining safety and operational efficiency in the aviation sector.