Cyber ​​Crime: Targeting Women and Children

A notice was posted on the Facebook page of an organization called 'Political Literacy for Women' on 27 April. In which it was written, the ‘Nepali baby group has been banned by Reddit and the cyber bureau has also stated that it is being investigated. We are watching the government. Let's see who wins, whether it is patriarchy or justice. 'During the lockdown, the' Nepali Babies' group was formed on social media Reddit and the photos of Nepali girls were misused. The victim girls found out that their photos were being misused without permission. He then lodged a complaint with the Nepal Police Cyber ​​Bureau. Police removed the objectionable comments in coordination with Reddit. However, the police are still investigating who misused the personal image of the public.

Some time ago, a fake Facebook account was opened in the name of Rama (name changed). The profile and cover photo of the account was from Ramakai, which was taken from her real account. The messenger of the account started sending nude photos to her relatives showing the back of the unidentified woman's body. Rama became anxious when she started sharing nude photos from her name account. Eventually, she appealed to the cyber bureau. Police arrested a person who opened a fake account in his name and filed a case under the Electronic Transactions Act. After the case, the man was released on Rs 50,000 bail.

These are just two examples of cyberspace crimes committed during the lockdown. To stop the possible spread of the Kovid-19 epidemic which is spreading globally, Nepal has been shutting down since 11 April 2076. During the lockdown, there was a massive decline in economic and social activities as well as a human activity, which reduced the overall crime graph in the society. People were confined to closed rooms. However, the strange thing is that even during this period, the incidence of cybercrime through social media and the internet did not decrease at all.

According to the Nepal Police, Cyber ​​Bureau, a total of 219 applications related to cybercrime were registered across the country in March last year. Meanwhile, 232 cases of cybercrime have been registered in the month of Baishakh. Which is 13 more than Fagun. From June 1 to 9 alone, 62 applications related to cybercrime have been registered in the bureau. According to the records of the bureau, 79 applications were registered during the lockdown period from 11 to 32 April. In all, 373 cybercrime applications have been registered with the Bureau in just two months of lockdown. "Lockdown is more misused than online," says Navindra Aryal, head of the cyber bureau.

The incidents show that women are the victims of cybercrime in Nepal and then children. Bureau chief Aryal also said that women and children are being targeted more now. "Everyone has a mobile phone in their hands, there is a trend of killing, luring, taking tempting videos and making it a weapon of blackmail," she said. "Women are the biggest victims, followed by children, cybercrime."

According to the complaints received by the bureau, the most affected by cybercrime are 'underage' children and women in the age group of 20 to 40 years. In the two months since the lockdown, the bureau has received 106 complaints of cybercrime-related to women and 18 complaints related to children. Of those who lodged complaints in March, 125 were women and 88 were men. Some women keep such incidents secret out of fear. Looking at it this way, it can be estimated that more women and children are victims of cybercrime.

Why are more women being targeted in cyberspace? 

Prakriti Bhattarai Basnet, head of Political Literacy for Women, a hashtag #notanymore campaign against cyberbullying against women, says the main reason is patriarchal culture. "Women don't have the habit of talking about cybercrime. We don't respond to any harassment in cyberspace," she says. "We keep quiet about blackmailing men because of our identities." More women are being targeted by cybercriminals as they are passive in the name of saving their identities. Our silence has only increased the morale of the criminals and we are becoming more and more victims. ' This campaign emphasizes three main points. The first is to raise awareness on how to use social media properly, the second is to collect stories about the crimes being committed against women in cyberspace and the third is to provide legal advice to the victims. Basnet says that the campaign is working on the concept of 'Let's not block, let's teach a lesson' keeping in mind that many women block themselves when they are harassed in cyberspace.

Advocate Neema Giri says that women are also victims of cybercrime due to financial dependence and lack of adequate information about the internet. ‘They are also trapped by the lack of information about the internet and social media. We don't care if it can be hacked or public, 'she says.' Everything seems to be open on social media. Boyfriend, internet with a partner, and Sami also remind many who talk openly through social media. 'She also claims that women are victims of cybercrime because of their financial dependence on men.

The nature of cybercrime also appears to be largely related to sexual violence. "Cybercrime such as photo multinational, revenge porn, ransomware attack, defamation, cyberstalking, cyberbullying, harassment, an impostor is seen in Nepal," says Aryal. Nature agrees. The stories collected by the campaign run by his organization show the same. "Most of the problems of 15-16-year-olds posting photos on porn sites, creating fake accounts, taking photos and photoshops are more prevalent," says Prakriti. She said that she was becoming a perpetrator or victim of cybercrime without knowing it.

Both the victim and the perpetrator of an incident in Kavre were minors. The perpetrator raped the victim and took video from the victim's mobile phone. The video spread through the Internet as a friend and reached porn sites. The victim was prosecuted under the Electronic Transactions Act. He is now in a juvenile home.

A recent study of children between the ages of 13 and 18 found that 49 percent were unaware of the dangers of using social media and the Internet. According to a survey conducted by an organization called EPACT, 56.6 percent of teens were unaware of cyber law and 9.3 percent shared passwords with friends. The study found that 8.7 percent of people send hurtful messages to get revenge out of anger. It also showed that children have a higher risk of cybercrime. Events are showing the same thing. "Because children are curious, cybercrime is also caused by those who misuse it," adds Neema.

In the cases provided to the weekly by the cyber bureau, the character was killed by posting obscene photos taken during a previous relationship by making fake IDs, forcing people to call him in his room to pass the exam, blackmailing him through social media, sending half-naked photos from fake Facebook IDs and emojis. There are more incidents of sending fake messages and pornographic messages with fake IDs, sending sexually explicit messages and nude photos to women. In some cases, intimate videos and photos taken when the relationship was good to have become a weapon of 'blackmailing' after the relationship have deteriorated. Some young women are victims of cybercrime due to financial dependence.

Women and children also seem to be victims of cybercrime, such as making friends with strangers on social media, sharing important personal information on the Internet and the virtual world, sharing photos and videos and passwords with strangers, intimate conversations in chats, and sharing sensitive scenes in video calls. There are also complaints in the cyber bureau that some people add obscene material to their heads out of momentary impulse. Experts stress the need to strengthen one's own security to prevent cybercrime.

The President of the Center for Cyber ​​Security Research and Innovation (CSRI), P.D. Suvarna Shakya says that the process of the security system should be completed and attention should be paid to the copyright issue. "People should use security options on social media properly, and passwords should be strengthened," he says. "Besides, they should focus on sharing only what is necessary, not making everything public, and claiming copyright." According to him, using one's social media or internet content internationally. Approval must be obtained before doing so, otherwise, copyright may be noted. He said that there are also acts like spoiling the photo and attaching it to another photo, adding that those who do such work can be brought under the ambit of legal action.

However, due to the cumbersome legal process and the limited space available to victims, many cases related to cybercrime remain secret before reaching the legal process. There are also loopholes in the management and research of cyber law in Nepal. Due to which the perpetrators of cyberspace do not come under the purview of law easily. Therefore, Shakya emphasizes the need to strengthen cybersecurity laws. Advocate Giri also insists that the legal provisions related to cybercrime are not adequate. "Cybercrime laws are not enough," she says. "Another problem is the limitations." For example, the case is heard only in the Kathmandu District Court. To lodge a complaint, one has to go to the Crime Branch, Teku, or the Central Cyber ​​Bureau, Bhotahiti. There is no place to go elsewhere. Even if the cybercrime is committed in Jumla, people are forced to come to Kathmandu. ' As it is a crime based on technology, its investigation is not easy. Facebook, Instagram police are also facing problems in the investigation as there is no support office of social networks like Ram, Gmail, Twitter, Emo, WhatsApp in Nepal.

The incidence of cybercrime is higher than in other cybercrime cases. That also has the most cases on Facebook. Of the 219 cybercrime complaints received by the bureau last February, 204 were related to Facebook, 5 to Instagram, 2/2 to emojis and YouTube, 1/1 to Viber, and WhatsApp and 3 to other social sites. Similarly, a bureau hacking complaint was lodged with the bureau in the same month.

These are the trends of cybercrime

Photo Molestation: Putting a person's face in a variety of nude photos on the Internet

Revenge Porn: Publishing pornographic photos and videos on the Internet

Ransomware Attack: Taking all the information under control and demanding ransom

Impostor: Using another person's name and photo on social media, opening a profile page to insult and hurt

Brute Force Attack: Attack in various ways for hacking

Defamation: To tarnish the reputation of a person or company with a good reputation

Cyber ​​Stalking: Bullying using various tools and means

Cyber ​​Bullying: Harassment and harassment using various tools and means

Apart from that, cyber crimes like hacking, unauthorized access, threatening through SMS on mobile, financial crime, fraud through online are seen in Nepal.

Source: Cyber ​​Bureau

What foods to eat to boost immunity?

If our body's immune system is strong, we can fight against various diseases. The immune system helps to fight against various diseases and bacteria. We need to increase our immunity to stay healthy.

For this, not only healthy eating but also adopting a healthy lifestyle is essential. Immunity also varies with age. As the body gets older, it becomes a little weaker. But proper nutrition, exercise, adequate sleep, positive thinking, and self-reliance also help maintain this ability.

The disease can affect people of any age. But those who have a strong immune system, if they are not infected with other diseases, they will not be affected by the disease. Patients with diabetes, thyroid, asthma should pay attention to their diet and lifestyle.

Coronavirus (Covid-19) infections are more common in people with low immunity. No cure has yet been found for its treatment. The body's immune system is important in reducing the risk of Covid-19 infection.

There are statistics that Covid-19 is more persecuting the chronically ill. So it is important to pay attention to your diary and food. We Nepalis pay less attention to food and lifestyle. There is a habit of eating too much fried food, processed food, junk food, and not exercising. So you need to change your daily routine to stay healthy and strengthen your immune system.

How to adopt a healthy lifestyle?

By adopting a healthy lifestyle, you can naturally strengthen your immune system and make it healthy.

Do's and don'ts

Don't smoke

Exercise regularly.

To increase the number of vegetables and fruits in the diet.

To keep the weight in balance.

Do not drink alcohol, even if you do it in small amounts.

Get enough sleep and rest.

Think positive

No stress.

Wash hands with soap and water to prevent infection.

What kind of food to eat

The government is in a state of stagnation now. You can't even go out of the house. Some may even try to get food. Some may have food at home. Homemade food contains more nutrients than market food. So if we eat the food at home well, it becomes healthy. Since food also determines our immune system, we should eat a healthy diet. Eat a balanced diet of protein, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, and vitamins. If there are no calories in the body, the body becomes weak.

Vitamin C.

Many people are now looking for vitamin C medicines in the market, but vitamin C found in natural foods is more beneficial and beneficial. For this, you should eat amla, lemon water, kiwi, junar, nuts, green vegetables, and greens.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D-rich foods should be eaten to increase immunity. Vitamin D can be found in the sun. It is also beneficial to sit in the light sun for a while.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is considered to be a good vitamin for the skin. Dark green vegetables all come into it. Vitamin E is found in sunflower seeds, okra, almonds, avocado, broccoli, and spinach.

Vitamin B6

It produces blood cells. People with blood-related diseases have lower immunity. Such people should eat milk, sakharkhand, pistachio, gram, corn, and tofu. If blood cells don't work, no nutrients work. So it is very necessary.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is found especially in non-vegetarian foods. It is found in fish, meat, eggs, milk, and dairy products. It also boosts the immune system. Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to anemia.

Minerals

Foods rich in minerals should also be eaten regularly to boost the body's immune system. Almonds, bean seeds, okra, almonds are rich in minerals.

Protein

Almonds, cashews, gram, sprouted beans are rich in protein. Protein can also be obtained from pulses, eggs, and fish. But since it can cause infection, it should be eaten carefully. After eating, it should be eaten only after cooking it with great pleasure. If you have any disease in the body, you should eat foods high in protein only on the advice of a doctor and a nutritionist.

Probiotic foods

Probiotic food improves digestion and improves the digestive system. Yogurt, cheese, gundrak, etc. improve digestion.

Natural antibiotics

Natural antibiotics work to balance blood circulation, balance sounds, and keep arteries healthy by reducing pain. They work to stave off external infections and prevent cell degeneration. Therefore, special attention should be paid to these foods. These elements can be found in garlic, ginger, turmeric, and water.

Gedagudi and dal are available in almost everyone's home. When germinated and eaten, it contains fiber, protein, and antioxidants. Such foods are also healthy.

Eat nutritious, liquid soups in your daily diet. The hot liquid warms the body, which does not cause a common cold. Vitamin and iron found in soup strengthen the immune system. Similarly, daily exercise, physical exercises like yogurt also helps to calm the mind and make it worry-free. It also strengthens the body's immune system.

Similarly, the habit of eating only freshly cooked food, not junk, and processed food should be developed from childhood. Children should be taught to walk for 30 minutes and exercise indoors instead of playing on television and mobile. Similarly, you should drink enough water. Feed children and the elderly every 2 to 3 hours. Feeding little by little but often. It is better to give hot food, walk for a while, ginger water, turmeric water to the old people as they get cold quickly.

Still easy to get Ncell's data and voice packs

Ncell customers can now easily access digital wallets and data and voice packs directly from Ncell's official retailers. For this, Ncell Pvt. Ltd. has partnered with three different mobile wallets and also provided the facility to sell packs to its retailers.

Ncell has partnered with Khalti, Prabhu-Pay and Uni-Pay to increase the use of digital wallets to pay for various services and facilities online. Users of these wallets can now easily purchase various data and voice packs from Ncell as required.

Ncell has further facilitated the process of purchasing services as per its commitment to provide world-class services to customers and contribute to the development of the country's digital ecosystem. In the initial stage, the customer can activate 6 different data packs and 6 voice packs through these wallets or from the bank account connected to the wallet.

‘Ncell is always striving to come up with appropriate solutions to address the needs of customers who are becoming accustomed to digital technology. In collaboration with Digital Wallets, our data and voice services have made a dozen packs available directly to our customers, ”said Pradip Srivastava, Ncell's Chief Commercial Officer. This is a great facility for our customers. '

Customers will be able to buy packs directly through retailers as per their requirement without having to go through the process of recharging the main balance on their mobiles first. Customers can pick up packs on their mobiles as needed from the nearest retailer. In this process, the retailer sends the pack's code and the customer's mobile number to Ncell via SMS or USSD as per the customer's request and the selected pack is activated directly to the respective customer's number.

Customers can pay only Rs. Including tax through Ncell's official retailers, Khalti, Prabhu-Pay and Uni-Pay. Can buy 2,100 MB of data at 98.99. The customer can use this data at the rate of 300 MB per day for 7 days. Similarly, only Rs. 15,000 MB can be taken at 498.83. In this pack, customers get 500 MB of data daily for 30 days.

Customers who need data services a little more can get 36,000 MB through these channels at Rs. 998.97 including tax. Under this pack, customers get 1200 MB daily for 30 days. Even if the data volume available under the pack is exhausted, the amount will not be deducted from the main balance for the duration of the pack.

Former Google employee fined 180 million

A former Google employee has been fined heavily for leaking confidential business information.

A San Francisco court has fined former Google employee Anthony Lewandowski  179 million. According to the order, Lewandowski will have to pay the amount to Google as compensation.

After leaving Google, Lewandowski and his colleague Lior Ron founded an auto company called Otto. Prior to that, he worked for VEMO, Google's automotive department.

Founded by those former Google employees, the company was founded as a competitor to Google, which focused on producing automatic trucks. Eventually, Google had to buy the new company they founded.

Google has accused the two men of breaking their agreement with Google and entering into unhealthy competition. Google claims that they have misused Google's business confidential information.

But Ron paid a small amount to settle the dispute with Google. But Lewandowski denied Google's allegations and was embroiled in a legal battle. Finally, the court has imposed a fine of Rs 179 million on him.

But Lewandowski has filed for bankruptcy, saying he can't afford to pay that much.

Stating that his total wealth is only 100 million dollars at most, he said that he could not pay the fine of 179 million. Agency

Facebook bringing biometric feature in Messenger

Social networking site Facebook is testing a new feature for its messenger app. This feature will make the Messenger app more secure.

According to Engadget, under the new feature, Messenger will receive biometric authentication tools in the app. Users will be able to use it through Face ID and fingerprint. Remember, this feature is already available on WhatsApp.

This feature allows users to schedule a lock on the app. For which there will be 4 options. The first option is After I leave messenger. That is, when the user exits the Messenger app, the app will lock itself. Apart from this, users will also have the option to lock the app in 1 minute, 15 minutes and 1 hour.

According to a Facebook spokesperson, the new Messenger feature is currently being tested and made available to a number of iOS users. Soon some Android users will be able to use this feature.

Facebook has recently added new features to its platforms. It recently introduced a safety notice feature to protect users from cyber fraud. This feature allows users to receive alerts of any suspicious activity. This feature also provides information on scam identification to the user. Agency

Facebook fired for asking questions about Trump's remarks

WASHINGTON: Facebook has fired an employee who criticized Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg for remaining silent over US President Donald Trump's controversial remarks.

An engineer named Brandon Dale was recently fired by Facebook. Dell also announced on Twitter that he had been fired by the company. Despite the recent social and political turmoil in the United States, Facebook owner Zuckerberg has remained silent, and Brandon has publicly criticized him.

Brandon was dissatisfied with Zuckerberg even after Zuckerberg did not respond to the anti-apartheid 'Black Lives Matter' campaign in the United States. Along with Brandon, Facebook has laid off more than a dozen employees. Out of which 6 are engineers.

Zuckerberg has been criticized for political reasons for his silence on the anti-racism movement. Facebook has fired Brandon. But the reason for his dismissal has not been disclosed.

Protests have erupted in the United States over the murder of George Floyd, a black man, by a white police officer in Minneapolis. President Trump has tweeted against the protesters. But Twitter has been checking facts and hiding Trump's latest remarks. Facebook owner Zuckerberg has been criticized for remaining silent.