Google agrees to provide ‘Right to be Forgotten’
Google has launched a service to allow Europeans to ask for personal data to be removed from online search results.
It will now be possible for Europeans to request Google for the removal of their personal data from online search results. The move comes after a landmark European Union court judgment in May 2014, which gave people the “Right to be Forgotten“.
What is the ‘Right to be Forgotten’?
Links to “irrelevant” and outdated data should be erased on request. It would assess each request and balance “privacy rights of the individual with the public’s right to know and distribute information“.
It is a latest term which came out of a ruling of a European Court which was adjudicating over a case in which a Spaniard named Mario Costeja Gonzalez had argued that some of his old personal information put up on the internet 16 years back continue to appear in search results even today which, according to him, damages his reputation. Around 16 years ago when he was facing financial difficulties he had put up a property of his for auction – the details of which were covered in a newspaper, which subsequently went online. The auction happened in 1998, and with those troubles now behind him, Mr Gonzalez now wants to move on. But the old details on internet still hound him. Whenever you search for his name, news about the auction still features prominently. He argued that it should be removed from Google’s search results. The Luxembourg-based Court of Justice of the European Union agreed with him, and in doing so set a major precedent over what is referred to as the “Right to be Forgotten“.
What next?
Following this ruling Google has made available ‘Right to be Forgotten’ Form which a person in EU can fill to request the search engine to prevent his/her unwanted personal information from appearing in the search results.The EU has been crusading for a new law on data privacy – of which “right to be forgotten” is a key component – since it proposed guidelines in January 2012. It argues that old, inaccurate or even just irrelevant data should be taken out of search results if the person involved requests it.
Does ‘Right to be Forgotten’ allows a person to request any of his information to be removed from the Internet?
No. Decisions on whether information should be removed from search engines depend “on the nature of the information in question and its sensitivity for the data subject’s private life and on the interest of the public in having that information, an interest which may vary, in particular, according to the role played by the data subject in public life”. It means the information would only be removed if the impact on the individual’s privacy is greater than the public’s right to find it.
As per guidelines, removal of information in the current context doesn’t mean deletion of information. They just wouldn’t appear in search results.
Google has launched a service to allow Europeans to ask for personal data to be removed from online search results.
It will now be possible for Europeans to request Google for the removal of their personal data from online search results. The move comes after a landmark European Union court judgment in May 2014, which gave people the “Right to be Forgotten“.
What is the ‘Right to be Forgotten’?
Links to “irrelevant” and outdated data should be erased on request. It would assess each request and balance “privacy rights of the individual with the public’s right to know and distribute information“.
It is a latest term which came out of a ruling of a European Court which was adjudicating over a case in which a Spaniard named Mario Costeja Gonzalez had argued that some of his old personal information put up on the internet 16 years back continue to appear in search results even today which, according to him, damages his reputation. Around 16 years ago when he was facing financial difficulties he had put up a property of his for auction – the details of which were covered in a newspaper, which subsequently went online. The auction happened in 1998, and with those troubles now behind him, Mr Gonzalez now wants to move on. But the old details on internet still hound him. Whenever you search for his name, news about the auction still features prominently. He argued that it should be removed from Google’s search results. The Luxembourg-based Court of Justice of the European Union agreed with him, and in doing so set a major precedent over what is referred to as the “Right to be Forgotten“.
What next?
Following this ruling Google has made available ‘Right to be Forgotten’ Form which a person in EU can fill to request the search engine to prevent his/her unwanted personal information from appearing in the search results.The EU has been crusading for a new law on data privacy – of which “right to be forgotten” is a key component – since it proposed guidelines in January 2012. It argues that old, inaccurate or even just irrelevant data should be taken out of search results if the person involved requests it.
Does ‘Right to be Forgotten’ allows a person to request any of his information to be removed from the Internet?
No. Decisions on whether information should be removed from search engines depend “on the nature of the information in question and its sensitivity for the data subject’s private life and on the interest of the public in having that information, an interest which may vary, in particular, according to the role played by the data subject in public life”. It means the information would only be removed if the impact on the individual’s privacy is greater than the public’s right to find it.
As per guidelines, removal of information in the current context doesn’t mean deletion of information. They just wouldn’t appear in search results.
“Vitamin E” Beneficial or Harmful depends on its source
According to new research, certain forms of Vitamin A can be harmful for the lungs while certain other can be helpful in normal functioning of lungs. The research has found that a form of Vitamin E found in vegetable oils like Corn and Canola can harm lungs, while another form of the same vitamin found in Olive Oil can aid normal functioning of lungs. The scientists claimed that this could be one of the reasons why studies of the health effects of the vitamin have had given conflicting results so far.
Vitamin E exists in various forms called tocopherols and it is found in fats and oils. Supplements of the vitamin may contain a single type of tocopherol, or a mix. The study found that a form of the vitamin called ‘gamma tocophero’, which is found in corn, canola and soybean oils, are harmful for lungs.
The research suggests that consumers who use the vitamin and doctors who prescribe must be careful towards the source and formulation of the vitamin. It is sometimes mentioned on the labels of supplements, but not always.
According to new research, certain forms of Vitamin A can be harmful for the lungs while certain other can be helpful in normal functioning of lungs. The research has found that a form of Vitamin E found in vegetable oils like Corn and Canola can harm lungs, while another form of the same vitamin found in Olive Oil can aid normal functioning of lungs. The scientists claimed that this could be one of the reasons why studies of the health effects of the vitamin have had given conflicting results so far.
Vitamin E exists in various forms called tocopherols and it is found in fats and oils. Supplements of the vitamin may contain a single type of tocopherol, or a mix. The study found that a form of the vitamin called ‘gamma tocophero’, which is found in corn, canola and soybean oils, are harmful for lungs.
The research suggests that consumers who use the vitamin and doctors who prescribe must be careful towards the source and formulation of the vitamin. It is sometimes mentioned on the labels of supplements, but not always.
Peter Mutharika takes oath as President of Malawi
After being victorious in the recently held presidential polls in Malawi, Peter Mutharika (74) was sworn in as the new President of the southern African country. He will replace outgoing President Joyce Banda.
Malawi (“The Warm Heart of Africa”)
Malawi is a landlocked country in southeast Africa that was formerly known as Nyasaland. It shares its boundaries with Zambia to the northwest, Tanzania to the northeast, and Mozambique on the east, south and west. Malawi is known as “The Warm Heart of Africa”.
Capital: Lilongwe
President: Joyce Banda
Currency: Malawian kwacha
Official language: English Language
Malawi is amongst the world’s least-developed countries. Malawi’s economy is highly dependent on agriculture, and majority of the population is rural. The government depends heavily on foreign aid to meet its development needs.
After being victorious in the recently held presidential polls in Malawi, Peter Mutharika (74) was sworn in as the new President of the southern African country. He will replace outgoing President Joyce Banda.
Malawi (“The Warm Heart of Africa”)
Malawi is a landlocked country in southeast Africa that was formerly known as Nyasaland. It shares its boundaries with Zambia to the northwest, Tanzania to the northeast, and Mozambique on the east, south and west. Malawi is known as “The Warm Heart of Africa”.
Capital: Lilongwe
President: Joyce Banda
Currency: Malawian kwacha
Official language: English Language
President: Joyce Banda
Currency: Malawian kwacha
Official language: English Language
Malawi is amongst the world’s least-developed countries. Malawi’s economy is highly dependent on agriculture, and majority of the population is rural. The government depends heavily on foreign aid to meet its development needs.
Army Chief endorsed as the new leader by Thai king
Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej (86) has backed the army chief General Prayuth Chan-ocha, who captured power in a coup, to run Thailand.
Why is Thailand under military rule?
The political situation in Thailand has been restive for past few months. At present, the country is under junta rule (army rule) after army seized power in a recent coup. According to its Army, the military has taken control of the government and suspended the constitution in order to reinstate order and enact political reforms.
There has been agitation in the country with the opposition accusing the current democratically elected government of corruption and demanding its dissolution. The coup comes after months of surging tensions. The cabinet has been directed to report to the military and gatherings of more than five people have been prohibited.
Have there been coups before in Thialand?
Yes, this is the 12th military coup since the end of absolute monarchy in 1932. The last coup was witnessed in 2006, when then PM Thaksin Shinawatra was ousted by the army after he was accused of corruption. Many accuse the army of being kind to the cause of his opponents in the current anti-government drive.
What are the roots of the Thailand crisis?
The politics in Thailand is polarized with mostly rural, often poor, supporting Mr Thaksin, whereas, the urban middle class is against him.
Ever since Mr Thaksin’s regime was toppled in 2006, there have been regular protests. But in the past few years the focus has been on the current Thaksin-aligned Pheu Thai government.
The protests began to aggravate into violence in November 2013, after the lower house passed a controversial amnesty bill which, as per critics, could make possible Mr Thaksin’s return from exile without serving time in jail.
As per the anti-government camp, at least 28 people have died since then.
The situation exacerbated further in May 2014, after a controversial court judgment removed Mr Thaksin’s sister Yingluck from her position as Prime Minister, saying she had abused her power by illegally transferring the National Security Chief to another position.
Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej (86) has backed the army chief General Prayuth Chan-ocha, who captured power in a coup, to run Thailand.
Why is Thailand under military rule?
The political situation in Thailand has been restive for past few months. At present, the country is under junta rule (army rule) after army seized power in a recent coup. According to its Army, the military has taken control of the government and suspended the constitution in order to reinstate order and enact political reforms.
There has been agitation in the country with the opposition accusing the current democratically elected government of corruption and demanding its dissolution. The coup comes after months of surging tensions. The cabinet has been directed to report to the military and gatherings of more than five people have been prohibited.
Have there been coups before in Thialand?
Yes, this is the 12th military coup since the end of absolute monarchy in 1932. The last coup was witnessed in 2006, when then PM Thaksin Shinawatra was ousted by the army after he was accused of corruption. Many accuse the army of being kind to the cause of his opponents in the current anti-government drive.
What are the roots of the Thailand crisis?
The politics in Thailand is polarized with mostly rural, often poor, supporting Mr Thaksin, whereas, the urban middle class is against him.
Ever since Mr Thaksin’s regime was toppled in 2006, there have been regular protests. But in the past few years the focus has been on the current Thaksin-aligned Pheu Thai government.
The protests began to aggravate into violence in November 2013, after the lower house passed a controversial amnesty bill which, as per critics, could make possible Mr Thaksin’s return from exile without serving time in jail.
As per the anti-government camp, at least 28 people have died since then.
The situation exacerbated further in May 2014, after a controversial court judgment removed Mr Thaksin’s sister Yingluck from her position as Prime Minister, saying she had abused her power by illegally transferring the National Security Chief to another position.
CSIR & IMD collaborate for joint production of “Drishti” System
In a major development in the field of aviation safety CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bangalore and India Meteorological Department (IMD) inked a partnership pact for joint production of Drishti System; a sophisticated instrument for assessment of Runway visual range, which is a vital parameter for safe landing and takeoff of aircraft in poor visibility.
The joint agreement between two government sector entities will lead to indigenization of a technology which so far was the exclusive domain of few developed countries. The indigenous production of this advanced instrument will not only result in considerable saving of foreign exchange but will also make the country self-reliant in the field of front-end technology.
Drishti Transmissometer (Drishti System)
A visibility measuring system indigenously designed and developed by CSIR-NAL to cover the wide span of lowest to highest visibility (< 25 to > 2000 meters) assisting pilots for safe landing and take-off. This cost-effective product is a mandatory system required at all airports as per International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). At present, Seven Drishti systems are functioning in three international airports, viz., Choudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. Five systems are working in country’s most stringent CAT IIIB airport, viz., Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, for the last 2 years. Other important features of this system include web enabled healthmonitoring and remote control of the system from any location in the country for accessing the data and for maintenance.
“Drishti” has also won several awards during 2013-14 from National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), Institution of Electronics andTelecommunication Engineers (IETE), India, and Indian Electronics & Semiconductor Association (IESA) as the most innovative, meritorious product of the year.
In a major development in the field of aviation safety CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bangalore and India Meteorological Department (IMD) inked a partnership pact for joint production of Drishti System; a sophisticated instrument for assessment of Runway visual range, which is a vital parameter for safe landing and takeoff of aircraft in poor visibility.
The joint agreement between two government sector entities will lead to indigenization of a technology which so far was the exclusive domain of few developed countries. The indigenous production of this advanced instrument will not only result in considerable saving of foreign exchange but will also make the country self-reliant in the field of front-end technology.
Drishti Transmissometer (Drishti System)
A visibility measuring system indigenously designed and developed by CSIR-NAL to cover the wide span of lowest to highest visibility (< 25 to > 2000 meters) assisting pilots for safe landing and take-off. This cost-effective product is a mandatory system required at all airports as per International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). At present, Seven Drishti systems are functioning in three international airports, viz., Choudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. Five systems are working in country’s most stringent CAT IIIB airport, viz., Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, for the last 2 years. Other important features of this system include web enabled healthmonitoring and remote control of the system from any location in the country for accessing the data and for maintenance.
“Drishti” has also won several awards during 2013-14 from National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), Institution of Electronics andTelecommunication Engineers (IETE), India, and Indian Electronics & Semiconductor Association (IESA) as the most innovative, meritorious product of the year.
India’s Forex reserves up by $ 15.5 billion in FY’14: RBI
As per RBI, India’s foreign exchange (Forex) reserves jumped by $15.5 billion in the Financial Year (FY) ended March 2014. The reserves stood at $303.67 billion.
As per data released by the RBI on India’s Forex status:
- On Balance of Payments (BoP) basis (excluding valuation effects), the forex reserves surged by $15.5 billion during FY14 as compared to an increase of $3.8 billion during FY13.
- If the valuation effects are included, the reserves rose by $12.2 billion in FY14 as against a decrease of $2.4 billion in the same period of the FY13.
- The valuation loss, showing the cross currency movements and the reduction in gold prices, amounted to $3.3 billion in FY14 as compared to a valuation loss of $6.2 billion in FY13.
- The current account balance in the FY 14 reduced to $32.4 billion compared to $ 88.2 billion last fiscal.
- Capital account balance decreased by half to $47.9 billion in FY14 from $92 billion in FY13, mainly due to sharp drop in portfolio investment.
- During FY14 portfolio investment dropped to $4.8 billion as compared to $26.9 billion in FY13.
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) increased slightly by $21.6 billion in FY14 as compared to $19.8 billion in the FY13.
- Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) investment declined to $5 billion as compared to $27.6 billion in 2012-13.
- NRI deposits more than doubled to $38.9 billion as against $14.8 billion in the FY 13.
- In FY14 External Commercial Borrowings jumped to $11.8 billion compared with 8.5 billion in FY13.
As per RBI, India’s foreign exchange (Forex) reserves jumped by $15.5 billion in the Financial Year (FY) ended March 2014. The reserves stood at $303.67 billion.
As per data released by the RBI on India’s Forex status:
- On Balance of Payments (BoP) basis (excluding valuation effects), the forex reserves surged by $15.5 billion during FY14 as compared to an increase of $3.8 billion during FY13.
- If the valuation effects are included, the reserves rose by $12.2 billion in FY14 as against a decrease of $2.4 billion in the same period of the FY13.
- The valuation loss, showing the cross currency movements and the reduction in gold prices, amounted to $3.3 billion in FY14 as compared to a valuation loss of $6.2 billion in FY13.
- The current account balance in the FY 14 reduced to $32.4 billion compared to $ 88.2 billion last fiscal.
- Capital account balance decreased by half to $47.9 billion in FY14 from $92 billion in FY13, mainly due to sharp drop in portfolio investment.
- During FY14 portfolio investment dropped to $4.8 billion as compared to $26.9 billion in FY13.
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) increased slightly by $21.6 billion in FY14 as compared to $19.8 billion in the FY13.
- Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) investment declined to $5 billion as compared to $27.6 billion in 2012-13.
- NRI deposits more than doubled to $38.9 billion as against $14.8 billion in the FY 13.
- In FY14 External Commercial Borrowings jumped to $11.8 billion compared with 8.5 billion in FY13.
RBI tightens merger rules for NBFCs
According to Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) to take its prior approval before buying shares of other NBFCs or for merger and acquisition with another entity.
This rule will be applicable to both deposit taking and non-deposit accepting companies and any infringement of it may cost the company its registration.
Prior written clearance of RBI would also be mandatory before approaching the Court or Tribunal seeking order for mergers or amalgamations with other companies or NBFCs.
According to Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) to take its prior approval before buying shares of other NBFCs or for merger and acquisition with another entity.
This rule will be applicable to both deposit taking and non-deposit accepting companies and any infringement of it may cost the company its registration.
Prior written clearance of RBI would also be mandatory before approaching the Court or Tribunal seeking order for mergers or amalgamations with other companies or NBFCs.
Dalia Grybauskaite to become President of Lithuania for second consecutive term
Lithuania’s incumbent President Dalia Grybauskaite(58) has been declared the winner in the country’s run-off Presidential elections. She got 58% votes whereas her Social Democrat rival Zigmantas Balcytis only 42% votes. The election was held amid rising concerns in the region after Russia’s annexation of Crimea from Ukraine.
Lithuania’s incumbent President Dalia Grybauskaite(58) has been declared the winner in the country’s run-off Presidential elections. She got 58% votes whereas her Social Democrat rival Zigmantas Balcytis only 42% votes. The election was held amid rising concerns in the region after Russia’s annexation of Crimea from Ukraine.FIFA World Cup ball Brazuca has in-built cameras
In a latest development showing how much the technology has mingled with sports, Brazuca- the balls to be used in the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Brazil- has been designed with six in-built HD cameras to capture 360 degree viewof the on-field action.
Brazuca has shades of blue, orange and green, and stars on it reflecting the vibrancy and flair associated with the game in the Mecca offootball. This time the ball is said to have much improved touch and accuracy. The technology involves a new structural innovation with a unique symmetry of six identical panels alongside a different surface structure that will provide improved grip, touch, stability and aerodynamics on the pitch.
Kamal Nath will Pro-tem Speaker of 16th Lok Sabha
Senior Congress leader and former union minister Kamal Nath will be the Pro-tem Speaker of the newly elected Lok Sabha. As the Pro-tem Speaker of 16th Lok Sabha, Mr Nath will be responsible to formally start the proceedings to the new Lok Sabha. Among his responsibilities will be to swear-in the newly-elected MPs and help the election of the new Speaker of the 16th Lok Sabha.
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