Towards Securing India
[This article was published in the March 2009 issue of the eGov Magazine (http://www.egovonline.net) ]
National security has become the top agenda for the Government of India, especially after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
News
Biometric Identity Card System at Cochin Port
In view of the security threats the Cochin Port Trust has taken a series of measures to strengthen security. Biometric identity card system for access control into the port has been introduced as a primary security measure.
Smart Cards for NREGA Workers in Bihar
e-Shakti, smart cards for labourers under the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) has been introduced in Bihar. This e-shakti scheme is being launched in two panchayats of the district.
Sahara Plans to Expand into the Healthcare Sector
Sahara Prime City Ltd, the real estate arm of the Sahara India Pariwar, is looking to expand into the healthcare sector.
Smart Cards Introduced by SBI in UP
The State Bank of India (SBI), has started making direct payment to the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) beneficiaries through SBI biometric smart card, on a pilot basis in Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh (UP).
ICT For Rural Folks Introduced in Malaysia
A pilot project known as InfoSTI@MOSTI by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation within hi-fi wireless service, computer training and cyber-net browsing are available for free, is aiming towards changing the mindset of rural people in Malaysia.
Cross-Municipal eLMS Team Recognised in Abu Dhabi
The cross municipal electronic land management system (eLMS) team has received recognition from the Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA), the regulative and legislative body of the municipal system in the Emirate in Abu Dhabi.
Better Managed Government Websites
Guidelines for the management of government websites has been formulated by the department of administrative reforms and public grievances, New Delhi, along with the department of information technology, and National Informatics Centre (NIC).
Bartronics to Provide RFID Tags to Singapore Govt
Bartronics Asia Pte Limited has received a trial purchase order for supply of RFID (radio-frequency identification) tags from the Singapore government housing and development board.
BSNL to Provide 3G Services on Mobile Soon
The BSNL plans to migrate 5 per cent of its customer base of over 5-crore to 3G around the middle of 2009. Movie-on-demand, video streaming and video calling are among the services promised by 3G cellphone technology and would reach all south Indian mobile users soon.
