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  • CM completes self-enumeration for Census-2027

    CM completes self-enumeration for Census-2027

     

    ·        Appeals citizens to actively participate in self-enumeration drive

    Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today completed his self-enumeration through the online portal se.census.gov.in under the self-enumeration drive for the first phase of Census-2027. Director of Census Operations, Himachal Pradesh, Deep Shikha Sharma, along with senior departmental officers, briefed the Chief Minister on the features and procedures of the digital census process.

    The Chief Minister appealed to the people of the state to actively participate in this important national exercise and complete their self-enumeration by 15 June, 2026. He said that the Census serves as the backbone of democratic governance and development by providing vital information on population, family conditions, housing, resources and access to public services. He said that census data forms the basis for development planning and the formulation of welfare-oriented policies and programmes.

    Sh. Sukhu said that Census-2027 in Himachal Pradesh will be conducted in two phases. The first phase, comprising House Listing and Housing Census, will be undertaken from 16 June to 15 July, 2026. The second phase will involve population enumeration. He said that the Census will be conducted in digital mode, with enumerators and supervisors using mobile devices for the collection of data relating to houses and households.

    The Chief Minister further said that population enumeration in the snow-bound areas of the state will be conducted from  11 to 30 September, 2026, while in the remaining areas it will be carried out from  9 to 28 February, 2027. He urged the people to extend their wholehearted cooperation in the successful conduct of this nationally significant exercise by providing complete and accurate information to enumerators, supervisors and other census officials.

  • “Hello, It’s Me…” — Except It Isn’t: AI-Powered Scams Spark Cybersecurity Alarm in Himachal

    “Hello, It’s Me…” — Except It Isn’t: AI-Powered Scams Spark Cybersecurity Alarm in Himachal

    Cyber criminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to clone voices, impersonate trusted contacts and trick victims into sharing money and personal information.

    Shimla: Imagine receiving a phone call from a family member asking for urgent financial help. The voice sounds familiar, the tone feels genuine, and the situation appears real. But what if the caller isn’t your relative at all?

    This is the disturbing reality behind a new generation of cybercrime that is rapidly gaining ground across Himachal Pradesh. Artificial Intelligence (AI), once celebrated as a tool for innovation and convenience, is increasingly being weaponised by cyber criminals to create highly convincing scams through deepfake voices, cloned identities and digitally manipulated content.

    Cyber experts and police officials warn that fraudsters are now using AI technology to mimic voices, fabricate video messages and impersonate trusted individuals with startling accuracy. The result is a sophisticated form of deception that can fool even the most cautious smartphone users.

    Unlike traditional scams that relied on suspicious messages and obvious red flags, AI-driven frauds are designed to appear authentic. Victims often receive calls from what seems to be a family member, friend, colleague or government official requesting immediate financial assistance, personal information or banking details.

    Officials say the biggest danger lies in the emotional manipulation used by criminals. By creating panic, urgency or fear, fraudsters pressure victims into making quick decisions before verifying the authenticity of the communication.

    The growing threat has prompted cybercrime investigators in Himachal to intensify public awareness campaigns, urging citizens to treat unexpected requests for money or sensitive information with caution, regardless of how genuine they may appear.

    Authorities advise people to verify identities through alternate communication channels, avoid sharing OTPs or banking credentials, and remain alert to suspicious calls, video messages and social media communications.

    With artificial intelligence becoming more accessible and powerful, experts believe cybercrime is entering a new era where distinguishing between real and fake will become increasingly difficult.

    As technology continues to evolve, one thing is becoming clear: in the digital age, seeing is no longer believing—and hearing may not be either.

    The message from cyber experts is simple but urgent: pause, verify and think before you trust. A few seconds of caution could prevent a lifetime of regret.