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Govt partners with Meta on digital consumer protection initiative
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs on Tuesday announced a partnership with tech company Meta to launch a consumer awareness campaign called "Be an Empowered Consumer" aimed at enhancing digital literacy and protection for online consumers. The initiative, unveiled by Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi and Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan, will operate under the government's existing "Jago Grahak Jago" (Wake Up Consumer) campaign framework, an official statement said. "Consumer awareness is key to a sustainable and secure digital experience," Joshi said at the launch event, adding that the collaboration would extend the department's consumer protection efforts to remote areas of the country. The joint campaign will focus on educating Indians about recognising online threats and promoting better digital safety habits, including using strong passwords, verifying online information, and reporting suspicious activity. During the announcement, the minister also revealed
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Digital lab at fingertips: Neodocs aims to perform 100 mn tests in 3 years
The company employs diagnostic laboratory (lab) principles through a smartphone application (app) and a test card
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Proactive For Her raises $5.5mn in series A round led by Vertex Ventures
Founded by Achitha Jacob in August 2020, Proactive For Her offers evidence-based primary and preventive healthcare services for women across life stages
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Charticle: IIT-Bombay has seen evolution of start-ups, show survey
The shift has been towards mentoring, marketing, acceleration and networking
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