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Single handed solutions can't fix WhatsApp message traceability issue: Ex cyber security chief

The former Chief Information Security Officer at the Prime Minister's Office, Dr Gulshan Rai has warned that one-sided, simplistic solutions like attaching a unique ‘hash’ proposed by third party experts may not be a permanent solution to the message traceability issue with encrypted messaging platforms like WhatsApp. Speaking exclusively to India Today TV, Dr Rai said that both the government and the technology platforms needed to sit together in order to come up with a balanced solution. “Gone are the days when any stakeholder could find a solution on its own. I think all the stakeholders need to sit together. In this case, the stakeholders are the government, the public and the technology developer (WhatsApp). The solution should be in such a manner that ultimately that should benefit the society at large”.Privacy v/s National Security DebateSpeaking about the debate on individual privacy v/s country’s security, Dr Rai acknowledged that India faces multiple threats, including terrorism and government sometimes needs technology to decrypt signals. He also stressed that there are clear laws and procedures laid for such purposes and they are followed in letter and spirit. “Not only there are laws to be followed but thereafter there are very elaborate procedures…

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How to use two WhatsApp accounts on one Android phone? Here's a step-by-step guide

Since most smartphones come with a dual-SIM technology, users often want to set up WhatsApp accounts using both numbers on the same device.The instant messaging app, WhatsApp, is used by a large number of people across the globe and is a go-to app for messaging and video or voice calls.Many smartphone manufacturers allow their users to set up dual WhatsApp accounts on the same device using different numbers without having to install third-party apps.These manufacturers include Xiaomi, Samsung, Vivo, Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme, among others. However, the free-to-download Facebook-owned app has its own usage limitations, such as only one WhatsApp account can be used per phone number.How to enable Dual WhatsApp on a smartphone?Step 1: First, go to the 'Settings' of your smartphone.Step 2: In Settings, users can look for Dual apps, App Clone, App twin, or Parallel Apps option. The feature's name will depend on the smartphone you have. For instance, a One Plus device has a 'Parallel Apps' option.Step 3: Under this feature, you can turn on the 'WhatsApp' option to activate your second account.Step 4: Users also have the option to rename the second account to another name to easily differentiate between the two accounts.Step 5: Now,…

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International Yoga Day 2021: Check out wishes, messages, quotes, greetings, WhatsApp and …

Happy International Yoga Day 2021: Here's a collection of wishes, Whatsapp and Facebook status, best quotes, greetings, images, and pics to share with family and friends to raise awareness about the occasionBusinessToday.In | June 20, 2021 | Updated 16:06 IST This year, the world will be celebrating the seventh International Yoga Day on June 21Yoga is one of the oldest traditions of India. In the last few years, it has become popular internationally. This year, the world will be celebrating the seventh International Yoga Day on June 21. Yoga Day is being observed since 2015. International Yoga Day HistoryInternational Yoga Day became an event after Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 2014 address at the UN General Assembly proposed that a day to celebrate and practice yoga must be dedicated worldwide. Since then. June 21 has been celebrated as International Yoga Day by countries across the world. Why is International Yoga Day celebrated?The objective of celebrating International Yoga Day is to raise awareness about the physical benefits of Yoga and also about physical health in general. If anyone wants to participate in completing this objective then here is a collection of  International Yoga Day wishes, messages, quotes, WhatsApp and Facebook…

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How to make Whatsapp voice call on desktop: All you need to know

Here is all you need to know about the steps and conditions for making a desktop voice call on Whatsapp. Whatsapp has launched its long-awaited feature of desktop calling on laptops and personal computers. This will help users to make voice and video calls on Whatsapp via desktop with a camera connection. The calls will have end-to-end encryption for other Whatsapp users on the respective devices.Steps to make desktop calling on Whatsapp:You can open an individual chat with the person you want to initiate a call with.Now to start a call, click on the Voice Call Icon.If you want to mute or unmute the call, click on the Microphone icon.To end the call, click on the End call icon.To receive the incoming call, click on Accept Call button.To end the incoming call, click on the Decline Call button.To ignore the incoming call, click on ignore or x to ignore the call.Settings you need to have for desktop calling:The desktop should have Windows 10 64-bit version 1903 or newer, macOS 10.13 or newer.For voice call initiatives, an audio output device and a microphone are needed.Through the computer's sound settings, microphones, and speakers should be in working mode.To have better clarity of…

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International Day of Yoga: Messages and wishes to share on WhatsApp and social media

To celebrate the International Day of Yoga on 21 June, here are some of the messages and wishes which you can share with family and friends Representational image. Unsplash@Anupam Mahapatra To promote mental and physical fitness, the International Day of Yoga is observed every year on 21 June every year. The day was recognised by the United Nations on 11 December, 2014. Yoga originated in India, but the ancient practice is also playing an essential role in the rehabilitation of COVID-19 patients and is helping them overcome their fears. Keeping that in mind, the UN has chosen Yoga for well-being as this year's theme for International Yoga Day. In order to celebrate the International Day of Yoga, here are some of the messages and wishes which you can share with family and friends: Yoga is all about creating a balance in your life. It is about balancing your senses, balancing your body, soul and mind in order to live healthy and live in peace. Wishing you a peaceful and healthy life on International Yoga Day. Yoga is the journey of the self, to the self, through the self. Happy Yoga Day! On this International Day of Yoga, remember that it teaches us…

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WhatsApp Web: A simple guide on how to use the web app

Last updated: June 19th, 2021 at 12:42 UTC+02:00WhatsApp is the world’s most popular cross-platform messaging app. As of February 2020, it has more than 2 billion users across the globe. A large number of users access the service through WhatsApp Web. It’s a web-based client that provides you with more flexibility on how you use this messaging app.The Facebook-owned app is available on major platforms. It acts as a bridge for users on different platforms, enabling them to chat, send files make voice and video calls for free. They can also use WhatsApp Web online. It enables them to access their conversations through a web browser.WhatsApp was originally available for mobile devices only. The company launched WhatsApp Web in January 2015. The web client is simply an extension of the user’s phone. WhatsApp Web only mirrors the conversations and messages that they receive from their mobile device. None of the messages are actually transferred over to the computer. In the interest of security, everything still lives on the user’s phone.A simple guide on how to use WhatsApp WebThe WhatsApp Web app requires authentication through a personal QR code. Users can find this QR code inside the WhatsApp app on their…

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Father's Day 2021: Here's Best WhatsApp Happy Father's Day stickers, wishes, GIFs, messages …

Father’s Day this year will be celebrated on June 20, 2021, i.e on Sunday. Here's how to send WhatsApp Happy Father’s Day stickers, wishes, GIFs, messages, quotes and more. Check Best WhatsApp Happy Father’s Day stickers, wishes, GIFs, messages, quotes and more here. Image: Flickr Father’s Day this year will be celebrated on June 20, 2021, i.e on Sunday. Due to the pandemic, many will not be able to meet their fathers in person and the only solution in this case is virtual meetup. You can use video calling apps such as WhatsApp, Zoom, Google Meet, Telegram and more to connect with your dad on this Father’s Day. Another way to greet your father on June 20 is by sending special Happy Father’s Day stickers, wishes, GIFs, messages and quotes on WhatsApp. Also Read - WhatsApp beta for iOS reveals changes, here's what users might get How to send Happy Father’s Day 2021 WhatsApp stickers -Open WhatsApp app Also Read - How to temporarily deactivate/permanently delete WhatsApp account -Open your father’s contact on the app Also Read - WhatsApp COVID-19 relief efforts: How you can get resources during the pandemic -Tap on the stickers option -Find the related sticker on…

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Delhi High Court takes suo motu cognizance on WhatsApp images of people flouting Covid-19 norms

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How do I connect my WhatsApp to my TV?

WhatsApp is the most popular Android app that lets you send pictures, text messages, videos, voice messages, make video and voice calls, share documents, and more. Almost every person uses this app on their smartphones. And, there are many who use WhatsApp on their laptops, tablets, and computers.But, what if you wish to use WhatsApp on your TV? This is possible too through a Smart TV. You can surely use WhatsApp on your smart TV by downloading it through the App Store or by casting it through your smartphone.How do I get WhatsApp video calls on my smart TV?Follow the steps below:Make sure that both your Smart TV and Android phone are connected to the same WiFi networkOn your phone, go to settings and select the screencast optionFurther, select the TV you want to cast the screen toOnce connected, open WhatsApp on your phone and make a video call. It will be visible on your smart TV tooHow do I connect WhatsApp to my Samsung Smart TV?Connect your Samsung smart TV and smartphone to the same Wi-Fi networkActivate screen mirroring on your Smart TV by pressing the menu key on your remote and further go to Network > Screen MirroringCan…

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