Google Maps Mishap Leads Police Raid Team into Cross-Border Detention Drama
A 16-member Assam Police team found themselves detained by locals in Nagaland after Google Maps led them to the wrong location during a criminal pursuit operation. The navigation error sparked a tense overnight standoff that was eventually resolved through inter-state police cooperation.
Major Security Flaw at LIC India Exposed Millions of Confidential Insurance Documents
India's largest insurer LIC faced a critical security breach allowing unauthorized access to sensitive customer data through a simple URL manipulation. The vulnerability, discovered by an engineer and later patched, exposed personal, financial, and medical information of millions without any authentication requirements.
McDonald's India Security Flaws Expose Customer Data Through McDelivery System
Critical vulnerabilities in McDonald's India's delivery system potentially exposed customer and driver data, allowing unauthorized access to orders and personal information. Security researcher Eaton Zveare discovered multiple API flaws that could have impacted hundreds of millions of orders through both mobile app and website.
Starlink Device Found in $4.2B Drug Bust Prompts Police Investigation
Indian authorities demand SpaceX's Starlink to reveal buyer details of a satellite device discovered during a massive methamphetamine seizure near the Andaman Islands. The case highlights potential misuse of satellite technology as investigators work to uncover a drug trafficking network worth $4.2 billion.
India Fines WhatsApp $25.4M and Restricts Meta Data Sharing Practices
India's data protection authority imposes a hefty fine on WhatsApp and prohibits sharing user data across Meta platforms without explicit consent. The landmark ruling affects over 500 million Indian users and sets a precedent for global tech companies' data practices.