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Introduction

So it's that time of year when you feel bright and excited to start the year with new resolutions; your goals could be anything from going to the gym to learning new skills and being productive this year, but with cybercrime on the rise, you must also be smart and take your New Year Cyber Resolutions seriously. Yes, you heard it right: it's a new year, a new you, but the same hackers with advanced dangers. It's time to make a cyber resolution this year to be secure, smart, and follow the best cyber safety tips for 2K25 and beyond.

Best Cyber Security Tips For You 

So while taking your cyber resolutions this 2k25, remember that hackers have resolutions too; so you have to make yours better! CyberPeace has curated a list of great tips and cyber hygiene practices you must practice in 2025:

• Be Aware Of Your Digital Rights: Netizens should be aware of their rights in the digital space. It's important to know where to report issues, how to raise concerns with platforms, and what rights are available to you under applicable IT and Data Protection laws. And as we often say, sharing is caring, so make sure to discuss and share your knowledge of digital rights with your family, peers, and circle. Not only will this help raise awareness, but you’ll also learn from their experiences, collectively empowering yourselves. After all, a well-informed online community is a happy one.
• Awareness Is Your First Line Of Defence: Awareness serves as the first line of defence, especially in light of the lessons learned from 2024, where new forms of cybercrimes have emerged with serious consequences. Scams like digital arrests, romance frauds, lottery scams, and investment scams have become more prevalent. As we move into 2025, remember that sophisticated cyber scams require equally advanced strategies to stay protected. As cybercrimes evolve and become more complex, it's crucial to stay updated with specific strategies and hygiene tips to defend yourself. Build your first line of defence by being aware of these growing scams, and say goodbye to the manipulative tactics used by cyber crooks.
• Customise Social Media Media Profile And Privacy Settings: With the rising misuse of advanced technologies such as deepfake, it’s crucial to share access to your profile only with people you trust and know. Customize your social media profile settings based on your convenience, such as who can add you, who can see your uploaded pictures and stories, and who can comment on your posts. Tailor these settings to suit your needs and preferences, ensuring a safer digital environment for yourself.
• Be Cautious: Choose wisely, just because an online deal seems exciting doesn’t mean it’s legitimate. A single click could have devastating consequences. Not every link leads to a secure website; it could be a malware or phishing attempt. Be cautious and follow basic cyber hygiene tips, such as only visiting websites with a padlock symbol, a secure connection, and the 'HTTPS' status in the URL. 
• Don’t Let Fake News Fake You Out: Online misinformation and disinformation have sparked serious concern due to their widespread proliferation. That’s why it’s crucial to 'Spot The Lies Before They Spot You.' Exercise due care and caution when consuming, sharing, or forwarding any online information. Always verify it from trusted sources, recognize the red flags of misleading claims, and contribute to creating a truthful online information landscape.
• Turn the Tables on Cybercriminals: It is crucial to know the proper reporting channels for cybercrimes, including specific reporting methods based on the type of issue. For example, ‘unsolicited commercial communications’ can be reported on the Chakshu portal by the government. Unauthorized electronic transactions can be reported to the RBI toll-free number at 14440, while women can report incidents to the National Commission for Women. If you encounter issues on a platform, you can reach out to the platform's grievance officer. All types of cybercrimes can be reported through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (cybercrime.gov.in) and the helpline at 1930. It’s essential to be aware of the right authorities and reporting mechanisms, so if something goes wrong in your digital experience, you can take action, turn the tables on cybercrooks, and stay informed about official grievances and reporting channels.
• Log Out, Chill Out: The increased use of technology can have far-reaching consequences that are often overlooked, such as procrastination, stress, anxiety, and eye strain (also known as digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome). Sometimes, it’s essential to switch off the digital curtains. This is where a ‘Digital Detox’ comes in, offering a chance to recharge and reset. We’re all aware of how our devices and phones influence our daily lives, shaping our behaviours, decisions, and lifestyles from morning until night, even impacting our sleep. Taking time to unplug can provide a much-needed psychological and physical boost. Practicing a digital detox at regular suitable intervals, such as twice a month, can help restore balance, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being.

Final Words & the Idea of ‘Tech for Good’

Remember that we are in the technological era, and these technologies are created for our ease and convenience. There are certain challenges that bad actors pose, but to counter this,  the change starts from you. Remember that technology, while having its risks, also brings tremendous benefits to society. We encourage you to take a step and encourage the responsible and ethical use of the technology. The vision for ‘Tech for Good’ will have to be expanded to a larger picture. Do not engage in a behaviour that you would not ordinarily do in an offline environment, the online environment is also the same and has far-reaching effects. Use technology for good, and follow and encourage ethical and responsible behaviour in online communities. The emphasis should be on using technology in a safer environment for everyone and combatting dishonest practices. 

The effective strategies for preventing cybercrime and dishonest practices requires cooperation , efforts by citizens, government agencies, and technology businesses. We intend to employ technology's good aspects to build a digital environment that values security, honesty, and moral behaviour while promoting innovation and connectedness. In 2025, together we can make a cyber safe resilient society.

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Introduction

The Telecommunications Act of 2023 was passed by Parliament in December, receiving the President's assent and being published in the official Gazette on December 24, 2023. The act is divided into 11 chapters 62 sections and 3 schedules. Sections 1, 2, 10-30, 42-44, 46, 47, 50-58, 61 and 62 already took effect on June 26, 2024. 

On July 04, 2024, the Centre issued a Gazetted Notification and sections 6-8, 48 and 59(b) were notified to be effective from July 05, 2024. The Act aims to amend and consolidate the laws related to telecommunication services, telecommunication networks, and spectrum assignment and it ‘repeals’ certain older colonial-era legislations like the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraph Act 1933. Due to the advancements in technology in the telecom sector, the new law is enacted. 

On 18 July 2024 Thursday, the telecom minister while launching the theme of Indian Mobile Congress (IMC), announced that all rules and provisions of the new Telecom Act would be notified within the next 180 days, hence making the Act operational at full capacity. 

Important definitions under Telecommunications Act, 2023

1. Authorisation: Section 2(d) entails “authorisation” means a permission, by whatever name called, granted under this Act for— (i) providing telecommunication services; (ii) establishing, operating, maintaining or expanding telecommunication networks; or (iii) possessing radio equipment.
2. Telecommunication: Section 2(p) entails “Telecommunication” means transmission, emission or reception of any messages, by wire, radio, optical or other electro-magnetic systems, whether or not such messages have been subjected to rearrangement, computation or other processes by any means in the course of their transmission, emission or reception.
3. Telecommunication Network: Section 2(s) entails “telecommunication network” means a system or series of systems of telecommunication equipment or infrastructure, including terrestrial or satellite networks or submarine networks, or a combination of such networks, used or intended to be used for providing telecommunication services, but does not include such telecommunication equipment as notified by the Central Government.
4. Telecommunication Service: Section 2(t) entails “telecommunication service” means any service for telecommunication.

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Measures for Cyber Security for the Telecommunication Network/Services

Section 22 of the Telecommunication Act, 2023 talks about the protection of telecommunication networks and telecommunication services. The section specifies that the centre may provide rules to ensure the cybersecurity of telecommunication networks and telecommunication services. Such measures may include the collection, analysis and dissemination of traffic data that is generated, transmitted, received or stored in telecommunication networks. ‘Traffic data’ can include any data generated, transmitted, received, or stored in telecommunication networks – such as type, duration, or time of a telecommunication. 

Section 22 further empowers the central government to declare any telecommunication network, or part thereof, as Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure. It may further provide for standards, security practices, upgradation requirements and procedures to be implemented for such Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure. 

CyberPeace Policy Wing Outlook:

The Telecommunication Act, 2023 marks a significant change & growth in the telecom sector by providing a robust regulatory framework, encouraging research and development, promoting infrastructure development, and measures for consumer protection. The Central Government is empowered to authorize individuals for (a) providing telecommunication services, (b) establishing, operating, maintaining, or expanding telecommunication networks, or (c) possessing radio equipment. Section 48 of the act provides no person shall possess or use any equipment that blocks telecommunication unless permitted by the Central Government. 

The Central Government will protect users by implementing different measures, such as the requirement of prior consent of users for receiving particular messages, keeping a 'Do Not Disturb' register to stop unwanted messages, the mechanism to enable users to report any malware or specified messages received, the preparation and maintenance of “Do Not Disturb” register, to ensure that users do not receive specified messages or class of specified messages without prior consent. The authorized entity providing telecommunication services will also be required to create an online platform for users for their grievances pertaining to telecommunication services. 

In certain limited circumstances such as national security measures, disaster management and public safety, the act contains provisions empowering the Government to take temporary possession of telecom services or networks from authorised entity; direct interception or disclosure of messages, with measures to be specified in rulemaking. This entails that the government gains additional controls in case of emergencies to ensure security and public order. However, this has to be balanced with appropriate measures protecting individual privacy rights and avoiding any unintended arbitrary actions. 

Taking into account the cyber security in the telecommunication sector, the government is empowered under the act to introduce standards for cyber security for telecommunication services and telecommunication networks; and encryption and data processing in telecommunication. 

The act also promotes the research and development and pilot projects under Digital Bharat Nidhi. The act also promotes the approach of digital by design by bringing online dispute resolution and other frameworks. Overall the approach of the government is noteworthy as they realise the need for updating the colonial era legislation considering the importance of technological advancements and keeping pace with the digital and technical revolution in the telecommunication sector. 

References:

1. The Telecommunications Act, 2023 https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:88cb04ff-2cce-4663-ad41-88aafc81a416
2. https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2031057
3. https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2027941
4. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/telecom/telecom-news/new-telecom-act-will-be-notified-in-180-days-bsnl-4g-rollout-is-monitored-on-a-daily-basis-scindia/articleshow/111851845.cms?from=mdr
5. https://www.azbpartners.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Update-Staggered-Enforcement-of-Telecommunications-Act-2023.pdf
6. https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/blog/analysing-the-impact-of-telecommunications-act-2023-on-digital-india-mission/111828226

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Executive Summary
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Several social media posts are claiming that Chinese troops have entered nearly 60 kilometres inside Arunachal Pradesh. Amid these claims, a video showing security personnel managing a large crowd is being widely circulated as footage from Arunachal Pradesh. Users are sharing the clip claiming it captures the situation following the alleged Chinese intrusion. CyberPeace Research Wing found the claim to be false. The viral video is not from Arunachal Pradesh. It actually shows Baltal Base Camp during the Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir. The Government of India has also categorically denied reports of any recent Chinese intrusion into Indian territory.

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Claim

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A Facebook user, "Komal Vanshi," shared the video on July 8, 2026, claiming that Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) soldiers had entered deep inside Arunachal Pradesh and referring to alleged incidents along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The post was accompanied by the viral video, suggesting it was related to the alleged intrusion.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1585091393251089 

https://perma.cc/9D3L-HDMW 

Fact Check

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We first carefully examined the viral video. During the analysis, we noticed barricades bearing the words "Jammu & Kashmir Police." This clearly indicated that the footage could not have been recorded in Arunachal Pradesh.

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In the next step, we extracted multiple keyframes from the video and conducted a reverse image search using Google Lens. Although the video was widely shared with the Arunachal Pradesh claim, our search led us to a YouTube Shorts video uploaded on July 7, 2026, identifying the location as Baltal, one of the main base camps for the annual Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEfP2RckyJM

The visual details in the YouTube video matched the viral footage, confirming that it was filmed at Baltal Base Camp and had no connection with Arunachal Pradesh or any alleged Chinese military movement 

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Conclusion

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CyberPeace Research Wing found that the viral claim is false. The video being circulated as evidence of a Chinese military incursion into Arunachal Pradesh actually shows crowd management arrangements at Baltal Base Camp during the Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir. The footage has been falsely linked to an unrelated claim about Chinese troops entering Indian territory. There is no evidence that the video depicts any incident related to the India-China border.

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