Archive · 13 Dec 2025
CERT-In Hosts Foreign Journalists on Cybersecurity Framework
CERT-In, which is like India's cybersecurity team, had a meeting with journalists from different countries.
They talked about how India is handling cyber threats and protecting its digital world.
Dr. Sanjay Bahl, the head of CERT-In, explained that they use special tools and work with other countries to keep India safe from hackers.
He also mentioned that India has many startups and experts working on cybersecurity.
The journalists asked questions and discussed how countries can work together to fight cybercrime.
CERT-In organized a cybersecurity familiarization visit for foreign journalists from Europe, Americas, and Central Asia.
Dr. Sanjay Bahl, Director General of CERT-In, discussed the role and responsibilities of CERT-In in cybersecurity.
India's cybersecurity industry is valued at $20 billion with over 400 startups and 6.5 lakh professionals.
CERT-In uses AI-driven analytics and automation to detect and respond to cyber threats in real time.
India reported 147 ransomware incidents in 2024, with CERT-In's coordinated response mitigating their impact.
- Who
- CERT-In, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeITY), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), foreign journalists
- What
- Cybersecurity familiarization visit and interactive session
- When
- Friday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- Why
- To discuss India's cybersecurity framework, initiatives, and global collaborations
- Organizer
- CERT-In, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeITY), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
- Participants
- Journalists from Europe, Americas, and Central Asian countries
- Key Speaker
- Dr. Sanjay Bahl, Director General, CERT-In
- India's Cybersecurity Industry
- $20 billion industry with 400+ startups and 6.5 lakh professionals
- Ransomware Incidents in 2024
- 147 incidents reported
- Upcoming Event
- IndiaAI Mission and AI Impact Summit in February 2026