Cyber Initiatives

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INTRODUCTION
to cyber security initiatives in
india
With the rapid growth of digital technology, cyber threats
have become a major concern.

India has seen a sharp rise in cybercrimes, including

hacking, phishing, ransomware attacks, and data breaches.

The Indian government has introduced various

cybersecurity initiatives to protect individuals, businesses,
and national security.

These initiatives aim to strengthen cyber laws, create

awareness, and build a secure digital infrastructure.
 NEED FOR CYBER SECURITY INITIATIVES

Rising Cybercrimes: Digital Transformation: Data Protection: The

Cyber frauds, identity With initiatives like growing use of digital
theft, and hacking cases Digital India, more payments and cloud
are increasing. In 2023 people are using online storage makes personal
alone, India reported services, increasing and business data
thousands of cyber cybersecurity risks. vulnerable.
incidents.

Government’s Role: To
National Security: address these issues,
Cyberattacks can target the Indian government
critical infrastructure has launched policies
like banking, defense, and programs to
and power grids. enhance cybersecurity
and protect citizens.
 Key Government
Initiatives
1. National Cyber Security
Policy
India's National Cyber Security Policy 2013 is a comprehensive
framework designed to fortify the nation's cyber infrastructure and
safeguard its digital frontiers.
The main aim of this policy is to address the complexities of cyber threats and
enhance cyberspace's security and resilience through various key components
and targeted strategies

The Government of India's Department of Electronics and Information Technology

drafted the first National Cybersecurity Policy (NCSP) in 2013, focusing on building a
secure and resilient cyberspace for India's citizens, businesses, and government.
Objective of National Cyber Security
Policy
1. Building capacities to prevent and response to cyber
security
threats.

2. Reducing vulnerabilities and minimizing damage from cyber

incidents.

1.Protectimg information and cyberspace

infrastructure.
 2. Indian Cyber Crime Coordination
Centre (I4C)
I4C is a government initiative to deal with cybercrime in India ,in a coordinated and
effective manner. It was established by Ministry of Home Affairs ( MHA) ,in New
Delhi. The scheme was approved in October,2018 with a proposed amount of
415.86 crore.
Key Focus Area of
1. Coordination and Framework= 14C aims to improve coordination among law
I4C :
enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to combat cybercrime.

2.Nodal point=14C serves as a central point for tackling cybercrime issues in the
country.
3.Strengthening fight against cyber crime=14C aims to strengthen the fight against
cybercrime, particularly against women and children.
 4. Public Awareness=14C aims to raise public awareness about cybercrime
prevention and safe online practices.

5. Capacity Building=It focuses on building the capacity of law enforcement

agencies, public prosecutors, and judicial officers in cybercrime investigation,
forensics, and related areas.
 3. Cyber Swachhta Kendra (Botnet
Cleaning and Malware Analysis
Centre)
The "Cyber Swachhta Kendra (Botnet
Cleaning and Malware Analysis Centre) is a
part of the Government of India's Digital India
initiative under the Ministry of Electronics and
Information Technology (MeitY), aims to
create a secure cyber ecosystem by
detecting, analyzing, and mitigating botnet
infections and malware, while also providing
users with tools and information to secure
The" Cyber Swachhta Kendra" (Botnet Cleaning and Malware Analysis Centre) is set
up in accordance with the objectives of the "National Cyber Security Policy", which
envisages creating a secure cyber eco system in the country.

It was established in February, 2017 with the primary aim of creating a secure cyber
ecosystem in India by detecting, analysing, and mitigating botnet infections and
malware.

This website provides information and tools to users to secure their

systems/devices.
This centre is being operated by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team
(CERT-In) under provisions of Section 70B of the Information Technology Act,
2000.
 Other Cybersecurity Programs And Digital
Initiatives
Digital India Initiative & Cybersecurity

The Digital India initiative, launched by the Government of India in 2015, aim to make India a
digitally strong country where people can easily acccess online services. One important part of
this initiative is ensuring that digital payments are safe and spreading awareness about
cybersecurity to protect people from online fraud.

1. Making Digital Payments

Secure
Today, many people use UPI, BHIM, Google Pay, Paytm, RuPay cards and Aadhar-based payments. But with
this, online fraud and hacking have alse increased. To keep digital payments safe, the government and banks
have taken several steps.
 How the Government is Protecting Digital
Two-Factor Payments:
Every online payment requires an OTP or fingerprint to verify
identity
Authentication -
Cyber Fraud Helpline A toll-free number to report online fraud
quickly.
(1930) -
Digital Payment Security RBI has set strict security rules for banks and payment
apps.
Rules -
UPI Safety Alerts for fraud detection and limits on high-risk
transaction.
Features -
How You Can Stay Safe While Making Digital
Payments:
Never share OTPs or passwords with
anyone.
Use strong passwords and enable extra security like fingerprint
lock.
Always check sender details before accepting UPI payment
requests.
Report any fraud immediately to your
bank
 2. Cyber Awareness
Campaigns
As more people go online, cybercriminals are using
tricks like phishing (fake emails / messages) and
hacking to steal money and personal data. To protect
citizens, the government runs various awareness
campaigns.

Important Cyber Awareness

Programs:
Cyber Surakshit Teaches people
and
Bharathow
and businesses - to stay safe
online.
Cyber Awareness Training people
Program
use strong - avoid scams, and to
passwords, safe
online.
 Indian Computer Emergency
Response
Team (CERT- A team that monitors and
handles
In) -
cybersecurity
threats.

Cyber Safety for Teaching children how to stay

safe
Kids
on social - and gaming
media
platforms.
Data protection New laws are being
introduced
Laws
to protect - information
personal
online.
 Challenges in
Cybersecurity
Lack of Awareness :
Increasing Cyber
Many individuals and Threats:
organizations are unaware of Cybercriminals are becoming
cyber risks, leaving them more sophisticated, with threats
vulnerable to attacks like such as ransomware and data
phishing and weak password breaches on the rise, especially
practices. with emerging technologies.

Need for Skilled

Professionals:
There’s a growing demand
for cybersecurity experts,
but there’s a shortage of
skilled professionals to
meet the need.
Future of Cyber
Initiatives

Strengthening
Cybersecurity
Laws:

Governments are updating

International
laws to enhance protection AI & Blockchain in Cooperation in Cyber
against cyber threats and
Cybersecurity: Defense:
ensure accountability for data
breaches. Example: India's Countries are
1.AI: Used to detect and
Digital Personal Data collaborating on cyber
respond to cyber threats
Protection Act 2023 which defense to tackle global
in real-time, improving
secures users' personal data. threat detection and cyber threats more
response. effectively. Google,
2.Blockchain: Provides Microsoft, and
secure, decentralized governments are now
systems for better data forming cyber security
protection and
partnerships to stop
transparency.
hackers.
Conclusion & Call to
Action
Importance of Role of citizens in
Cybersecurity securing cyberspace:
Awareness: Citizens secure cyberspace
Increasing awareness is key to by using strong passwords,
reducing vulnerabilities and avoiding scams, and
protecting sensitive reporting threats. Spreading
information. awareness and protecting
Everyone should know the basic personal data strengthen
rules of cybersecurity, such as online safety.
strong passwords, avoiding
phishing links, and safe
browsing on public Wi-Fi.
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