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Bangladesh to launch ‘Jogajog’ as an alternative to Facebook

July 26, 2021

Bangladesh is going to launch its own social media platform named ‘Jogajog’ which is an alternative to the globally popular Facebook and ‘Alapon’ which will be  an alternative of WhatsApp.   Key Points Zunaid Ahmed Palak, Bangladesh’ State Minister for Information and Communication Technology made this announcement on 24th This was announced by him during ..

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NSDC-WhatsApp launched Digital Skill Champions Programme

June 25, 2021

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and WhatsApp has launched its Digital Skill Champions Programme on June 24, 2021. Highlights Under the programme, partnership of NSDC and WhatsApp have identified following areas of collaboration: WhatsApp Digital Skills Academy, and Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK) and WhatsApp Business App Training sessions. Digital Skill Champion Programme This programme ..

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Twitter appoints interim Chief Compliance Officer for India

June 16, 2021

Twitter has appointed interim Chief Compliance Officer in India to comply with the Indian government’s new IT rules. Key Points Twitter appointed Chief Compliance Officer after a prolonged battle with Indian government over its new IT rules. India announced new IT rules in February, 2021 which was implemented on May 25. It requires tech companies ..

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Why WhatsApp sue Indian Government?

May 26, 2021

As the New IT (Digital Media) Rules of India came into force, WhatsApp has sued the Indian government in Delhi Court and asked to block regulations. Why WhatsApp sued? WhatsApp sued the government because, it is believed, law will compel social media units to break privacy protections. Thus, the lawsuit has asked Delhi High Court ..

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National Commission for Women: WhatsApp Number for Pregnant Women

April 30, 2021

The National Commission for Women recently launched the WhatsApp number for pregnant women. The helpline number is 9354954224. It is a “message only” helpline number. It will provide round the clock medical assistance to expectant mothers all over the country. The National Commission for Women has set up a dedicated team to look after the ..

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