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Massive data breach: 19 billion passwords leaked—Here's how to protect yours

19 billion passwords have reportedly been compromised. Experts are urging both individuals and organisations to take immediate action.

Cybersecurity experts around the world are alarmed by a recently unearthed mega-database that has 19 billion hacked credentials.(Unsplash/representative )
Published on May 06, 2025 06:55 PM IST

REAL ID deadline: 5 states that don't have to comply by May 7

May 7 is the deadline for enforcing the REAL ID Act, but residents of five states are exempt from this requirement. Which are these states? 

 Five states have been given an exception as the United States gets closer to the May 7 deadline for implementing the Real ID Act, a crucial law that will mandate that passengers show a driver's license or identification card that complies with Real ID for domestic flights.(AFP/representative )
Published on May 06, 2025 05:14 PM IST

Security beefed up in Delhi ahead of mock drills

Security beefed up in Delhi ahead of mock drills

Security beefed up in Delhi ahead of mock drills
Published on May 06, 2025 02:53 PM IST
PTI |

Prince Harry reveals why it is 'impossible' to bring Meghan and two kids to UK

Prince Harry disclosed why it is “impossible” for him to return to the UK with Meghan Markle and their two kids after losing a legal battle for his security.

Prince Harry-Meghan Markle and King Charles (AP)
Published on May 03, 2025 06:36 PM IST

Grievances and forgiveness were both on display in Prince Harry's raw TV interview

Grievances and forgiveness were both on display in Prince Harry's raw TV interview

Grievances and forgiveness were both on display in Prince Harry's raw TV interview
Published on May 03, 2025 05:00 PM IST
AP |

Prince Harry loses appeal to restore his UK government-funded security detail

Prince Harry loses appeal to restore his UK government-funded security detail

Prince Harry loses appeal to restore his UK government-funded security detail
Updated on May 02, 2025 07:02 PM IST
AP |

New India will not spare those who threaten its security: Yogi

He mentioned a proposal to build embankments at a cost of ₹180 crore but questioned how a mud embankment could stop 3 to 3.25 lakh cusecs of water flowing into the Sharda river

UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath addressing a meeting at Pallia in Lakhimpur on Saturday. (HT)
Published on Apr 27, 2025 06:10 AM IST
By, Lucknow/lakhimpur Kheri:

Security heightened across Gurugram to avoid tension after Pahalgam attack

Gurugram heightens security and patrols after Pahalgam terror attack, holding meetings with community leaders and deploying forces at mosques and sensitive areas.

VHP and Bajrang Dal members in Gurugram on Thursday take out a protest march against the terror attack in Pahalgam. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)
Published on Apr 25, 2025 06:56 AM IST

High alert issued in Mumbai after 26 killed in Pahalgam terror attack

Maharashtra Home Department has directed police to increase vigilance at sea.

Following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, agencies in Mumbai and the nearby coastal areas are on high alert.(PTI/representative )
Updated on Apr 24, 2025 07:10 PM IST
ANI |

Trump's new probe targets critical minerals for possible tariffs

Trump has upended markets in recent weeks with his sweeping on-off levies, and this investigation could see him impose further tariffs.

US President Donald Trump launched an investigation that might lead to tariffs on rare-earth metals, essential minerals, and related goods like smartphones.(AP)
Published on Apr 16, 2025 08:44 AM IST
AFP |

Social Security payments stopped? Error messages send millions into chaos

SSA's recent technical malfunction leads to confusion among recipients, but agency confirms no payments have been halted

Following false notifications that their payments had been halted, millions of Americans who depend on Social Security benefits, particularly Supplemental Security Income (SSI), were sent into a panic.(Unsplash/representative )
Published on Apr 09, 2025 10:30 PM IST

Social Security provides crucial update on identity proofing for payments

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued an important update about identity proofing for payments.

Important guidelines about identity verification for payments have been released by the Social Security Administration (SSA). (REUTERS)
Published on Apr 09, 2025 01:20 PM IST

Social Security payment: How much COLA hike to expect? Eligibility and more

The COLA increase, effective January 2025, aims to maintain beneficiaries' purchasing power amid inflation

The 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), which became effective in January 2025, will be included in Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits starting on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.(Unsplash )
Published on Apr 07, 2025 09:29 PM IST

Social Security April 2025 payment schedule: When will you get your checks?

With over 72 million Americans relying on Social Security, understanding the payment schedule is crucial

Social Security is an essential lifeline for many people, not just a monthly cheque. To guarantee that benefits are paid out on time, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adheres to a strict calendar. (Unsplash )
Published on Mar 31, 2025 08:33 PM IST

Social Security SSI payment on April 1: Who is eligible, who isn't?

Approximately 7.4 million Americans benefit from SSI, which aids those aged 65 or older, blind, or disabled with limited income.

Following two checks in February, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will be disbursed on April 1, 2025, as planned. (Unsplash )
Published on Mar 31, 2025 08:29 PM IST

LS clears immigration bill, Shah says India not hostel

Replying to a debate on the bill, before it was passed by a voice vote, Shah asserted that those who come to India for business, education and investment are welcome, but those who pose a threat to security will face stringent action.

Replying to a debate on the bill, before it was passed by a voice vote, Shah asserted that those who come to India for business, education and investment are welcome, but those who pose a threat to security will face stringent action. (PTI)
Published on Mar 28, 2025 07:44 AM IST

Eight years of Yogi govt: Stage set for grand celebrations at IGP

Eight years of the state government's 'service, security, good governance' policy will be celebrated with exhibitions and programs at IGP from March 25-27.

 (File)
Published on Mar 25, 2025 08:24 AM IST
By, Lucknow

Social Security April 2025: Why you might not receive a check | Explained

Social Security beneficiaries with overpayments may have their entire monthly checks withheld until debts are cleared.

Effective March 27, beneficiaries overpaid by Social Security may face complete withholding of their monthly checks until debts are resolved.(Representational image/Unsplash)
Updated on Mar 22, 2025 11:09 PM IST

Chromecast users, don't factory reset: Google issues urgent warning amid outage

Google's Chromecast and Chromecast Audio are facing outages due to an expired security certificate, hindering device casting.

Devices cannot cast on Google's second-generation Chromecast and Chromecast Audio due to an expired security certificate, resulting in a major and continuous outage.(REUTERS)
Published on Mar 11, 2025 06:05 AM IST

Social Security overpayments: When will they begin and who will be impacted?

The SSA will withhold 100% of Social Security payments starting March 27, 2025, to recover overpayments.

On March 27, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) declared that it will start withholding 100% of Social Security benefits. (Unsplash )
Published on Mar 11, 2025 05:26 AM IST

Congress MP Rakibul Hussain attacked by mob in Assam; security beefed up

MP Rakibul Hussain and his personal security officers (PSOs) were attacked by a mob. Hussain is unhurt but his two PSOs sustained minor injuries.

Congress MP Rakibul Hussain and his personal security officers (PSOs) were attacked by a mob in Assam’s Nagaon district on Thursday (Videograb)(HT_PRINT)
Published on Feb 20, 2025 08:39 PM IST
PTI |

Israel officially withdraws troops from most areas of Southern Lebanon

IDF said that they have officially withdrawn from most areas in Southern Lebanon after 90 days of entering a temporary ceasefire agreement with Lebanon.

Cars queue as they seek to enter the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Kila.(REUTERS)
Published on Feb 19, 2025 02:40 PM IST
ANI |

Manipur: 9 militants arrested in Imphal East, Thoubal by security forces

Security forces arrested nine militants from various banned outfits in Imphal East and Thoubal districts, including members of Kangleipak Communist Party

Nine terrorists from Imphal East and Thoubal districts who belonged to various banned groups were taken into custody by security personnel.(PTI/representative )
Updated on Feb 15, 2025 12:29 PM IST
PTI |

Avoiding DeepSeek’s dodgy iOS app, and Proton VPNs censorship battle in numbers

DeepSeek app disables an iOS data security measure called App Transport Security (ATS), which prevents sensitive data from being sent over unencrypted channels.

DeepSeek
Published on Feb 13, 2025 07:10 AM IST

Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor get balcony fenced following stabbing incident

Saif Ali Khan may be back home and in recovery, but their sense of security is still threatened, at least seemingly so given the measures being taken by them

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan get their balcony fenced post stabbing incident
Published on Jan 29, 2025 12:49 PM IST

Israel suspends flights to Cyprus' Paphos airport for security reasons

Paphos airport, smaller and near a military base, had up to 10 weekly flights from Tel Aviv.

Paphos is the smallest of Cyprus's two airports and abuts a military base slated for an upgrade by the US(AP)
Published on Jan 27, 2025 01:11 PM IST
Reuters |

Centre grants special allowance to select VIP security personnel from CAPFs

CAPF personnel securing VIPs in lower security categories will not receive a special allowance, as per a recent order from the Union Finance Ministry

According to a directive issued by the Centre, VIP security commandos of CAPFs who offer armed protection to a select group of high-profile individuals protected under the top two Z plus (ASL) and Z plus categories will get a special pay allowance.(AFP/Idrees MOHAMMED)
Published on Jan 25, 2025 03:24 PM IST
PTI |

Post-operation that left 14 Maoists dead, security intensified to thwart rebels' entry into Odisha

Post-operation that left 14 Maoists dead, security intensified to thwart rebels' entry into Odisha

Post-operation that left 14 Maoists dead, security intensified to thwart rebels' entry into Odisha
Published on Jan 22, 2025 09:06 PM IST
PTI |

Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal set for vote by Israeli security cabinet

Israel's security cabinet is set to vote on a ceasefire and hostage release deal for Gaza, which could start this weekend

At its meeting on Friday, Israel's security cabinet voted on a ceasefire and hostage-release agreement for Gaza that is expected to go into effect this weekend.(AFP/BAY ISMOYO)
Published on Jan 17, 2025 05:19 PM IST
AFP |

Denmark sent Trump team private messages on Greenland: Report

Denmark sent private messages to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's team expressing willingness to discuss boosting security in Greenland.

Donald Trump, who takes office on Jan. 20, has described U.S. control of Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, as an
Published on Jan 11, 2025 10:13 PM IST
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