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11 Dec 2014
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SCCR 29 Libraries, Archives and Public Interest NGOs in Q&A with Dr. CrewsWhile the many publishers representatives took the floor to explain that there are truly no problems with limitations and exceptions for libraries and archives (and anyway according to them if there are problems that can be solved with …
10 Dec 2014
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The Broadcasting Treaty: A Solution in Search of a Problem?Nehaa Chaudhari was one of the speakers at this side event held on December 10, 2014.
10 Dec 2014
9 Dec 2014
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SCCR 29: Public Interest Organizations Statements regarding the Broadcasting TreatyAlso presented during the afternoon plenary, here are 3 statements by public interest organizations, the TACD, EFF and CIS:
9 Dec 2014
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AdaCamp Bangalore: "Nothing could be more open and encouraging than this"I can say this conference was the most truly touched feminist endeavor I have ever witnessed or thought of. An inspiration to last through. — Rupali Talwatkar.
8 Dec 2014
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Are Cab Apps safe?Cab services are increasingly relying on mobile apps to book, track and charge you for journeys. While tech watchers say there is a digital trail.
7 Dec 2014
7 Dec 2014
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India sees biggest improvement in Internet freedom, says reportBig stride ascribed to removal of restrictions imposed in 2013; globally, Internet freedom sees decline.
6 Dec 2014
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Twelfth School Board Meeting of IGNOUThe 12th school board meeting of the School of Journalism and New Media Studies of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) was held at the IGNOU campus on November 24, 2014. The day-long meeting was held at the Discussion Room, …
3 Dec 2014
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ICT for DevelopmentDr. U.B. Pavanaja was a speaker at this event organized by Christ University on December 3, 2014 in Bangalore.
1 Dec 2014
30 Nov 2014
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Odia books now available onlineBook lovers can now read Odia books online with the launching of the Odia Wikisource, a sister project of Odia Wikipedia, here on Friday.
30 Nov 2014
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Digital Security TrainingRohini Lakshane participated as a trainer in a digital security training conducted by Front Line Defenders for the Afghan Women's Network in New Delhi in November 2014.
30 Nov 2014
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A Seminar on E-publishing of Odia BooksA seminar was organized by Molybtech Technology Solutions on November 30, 2014 for the betterment of Odia language and writers at Bhanja Kala Mandap.
28 Nov 2014
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Odia Wikisource launched in Odisha capitalAfter the success of Odia Wikipedia, it is now the turn of Odia Wikisource to bring the best of Odia literature to the people of Odisha in the language they speak.
28 Nov 2014
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Odia Wikisource aims to bring valuable and rare books on the InternetWikipedia that has began a knowledge sharing movement worldwide has one more addition in Odia language after the success of Odia Wikipedia.
27 Nov 2014
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Know thy selfieThe trend of clicking selfies is not a mere self-indulgent fad. It's a modern form of peer validation that helps in building a social bond, say Prasun Chaudhuri and Sharmistha Ghosal
26 Nov 2014
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‘Tulu Wikipedia’ in incubation stage, 600 articles uploaded, says U.B. PavanajaIn all, 600 articles have been uploaded to the Tulu Wikipedia which is still in its incubation stage, according to U.B. Pavanaja, Wikipedia representative and Programme Officer, The Centre for Internet and Society, Bengaluru.
25 Nov 2014
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Leave the Net AloneThe Internet, like the air we breathe, has traditionally been neutral ground. Nobody is allowed to buy preferential treatment on the Internet.
24 Nov 2014
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ಭಾಷಣದಿಂದ ಭಾಷೆ ಉಳಿಯಲ್ಲ, ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲೇ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ಸಿಗುವುದು ಅಗತ್ಯ: ಪವನಜMedia coverage of Kannada Wikipedia presentation at Mysuru on November 23, 2014.
24 Nov 2014
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Technology and Gender Based ViolenceRohini Lakshane was a speaker at this event organized by the Bachchao Project on November 24, 2014. Rohini spoke about various strategies that women use to respond to online harassment, such as reporting the abuser, and enlisting support …
24 Nov 2014
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Now, Tulu set to be promoted through Wikipedia articlesWith the dream of including Tulu in the list of official languages of the country (eighth schedule of the Constitution) remaining far from being realised, enthusiasts seem to be keen to promote the language through Wikipedia.
24 Nov 2014
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Kannada Wikipedia Presentation in Mysuru: Coverage in PrajavaniMedia coverage of Kannada Wikipedia presentation at Mysuru on November 23, 2014.
22 Nov 2014
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Game release cancelled over gay characterElectronic Arts stops accepting preorders for Dragon Age: Inquisition.
19 Nov 2014
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Privacy, security and surveillance: tackling international dilemmas and dangers in the digital realmPranesh Prakash was a panelist in the session "Beyond the familiar: how do other countries deal with security and surveillance oversight?" The event was organized by Wilton Park between November 17 and 19, 2014.
16 Nov 2014
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Countering US pressures on India’s IP regimeAnubha Sinha attended a meeting organized by Lawyer's Collective on "Countering US pressures on India’s IP regime" on November 16, 2014.
15 Nov 2014
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Content co-ordination for the Panel Discussion on Crypto-CurrenciesSharath Chandra Ram was a panelist at this event organized by the Law and Technology Society on November 15, 2014 at the National Law School of India in Bangalore. His presentation was titled Scalability and Security Issues in Distributed …
12 Nov 2014
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Ground Zero Summit 2014Geeta Hariharan participated in this event organized by India Infosec Consortium on November 13 and 14, 2014 in New Delhi.
10 Nov 2014
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Times Group wants TRAI to save the Internet from greedy telcos via Net NeutralityIn an especially strong attack against perceived threats to its Internet-based business, the Times of India group has sought regulatory intervention to ensure what is popularly called Net Neutrality, or the concept that internet service …
10 Nov 2014
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Fourth Discussion Meeting of the Expert Committee to Discuss the Draft Human DNA Profiling BillThe fourth expert committee meeting was held on November 10, 2014 at the Department of Biotechnology to discuss the potential privacy concerns of the draft Human DNA Profiling Bill. Sunil Abraham however was unable to participate because of …