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NDTV
2 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Indian Railways To Make Aadhaar Linking Mandatory For Tatkal Booking To Ensure Fairness
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) will make it mandatory for users to link their Aadhaar numbers and login IDs while booking train tickets under the Tatkal quota in order to make the process fair and glitch-free. The move will bar people from booking multiple Tatkal tickets simultaneously, which affects genuine users. "Indian Railways will soon start using e-Aadhaar authentication to book Tatkal tickets. This will help genuine users get confirmed tickets during need," Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently said on X. Bharatiya Railways will soon start using e-Aadhaar authentication to book Tatkal tickets. This will help genuine users get confirmed tickets during need. — Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) June 4, 2025 "The Ministry of Railways, Railway Board, hereby notifies that the Centre for Railway Information System (CRIS) be allowed to perform Aadhaar authentication, on a voluntary basis, to establish the identity of ticket-checking staff, crew members and passengers, using Yes/No or eKYC authentication facility," noted a Gazette notification dated May 27, 2025. An IRCTC official told PTI recently that the Indian Railway has deployed Artificial Intelligence-based advanced technical solutions to curb unauthorised ticketing practices. The system detects and deactivates such user IDs before they can disrupt the booking system. As per the news agency, the move is already making progress as the creation of new user IDs on the IRCTC platform dropped from 60,000 to 65,000 per day to just 10,000 to 12,000. IRCTC has also blocked 35 million fraudulent user IDs, the official said. "Let's presume that a person named A approaches an unauthorised agent to get a ticket booked from Delhi to Agra. The agent will use several disposable email IDs (using domain names available on Google) and mobile numbers to create, let's say, 30 profiles on the IRCTC platform," the officials told PTI while explaining the process. The email ID becomes invalid, the profile, however, remains after authentication, which is used by unauthorised agents to book a ticket for a person. Hence, the agents have 30 attempts to book a ticket for that one person. Public outcry over Tatkal booking issues Several people have raised issues they face while booking the Tatkal tickets from the IRCTC website, with most recently Dr A. Velumani, the founder of Thyrocare, calling it "betrayal". Dr Velumani shared a viral image on his X account, which noted, "Tatkal booking on IRCTC has become a joke. Seats show available, but the moment it turns 10 AM, the site hangs. By 10:03, all seats are gone - even in remote routes. And then at 10:04, the site suddenly becomes smooth again, as if nothing happened."
Mint
6 days ago
- Business
- Mint
‘Digital payment frauds not alarming'
New Delhi: Digital payment fraud data revealed in Parliament this year is 'not alarming' and should not be conflated with other types of banking fraud that do not affect the public, a person informed about the finance ministry's record of such cases said on Monday, after an opposition party's social media post. This person cited above said the number of digital payment-related frauds reported in the last 10 years and the amounts involved are not alarming and mixing it up with other types of banking frauds, where public is not the victim, will paint a wrong picture of the safety of the digital payment ecosystem. The total number of 'digital payment frauds' reported in India in the last ten years stands at 63,315 cases. This figure, reported by commercial banks and financial institutions under the specific category 'card/internet and digital payments', takes into account amounts involving at least ₹ 1 lakh, the person said quoting data tabled in Parliament on 10 March. Minister of state for finance Pankaj Chaudhary had on that day informed the Lok Sabha that these cases between FY14 and FY25 up to December involved a total loss to these entities of ₹ 733.26 crore, showed the written answer given to the House. However, the opposition Congress party on Monday cited a larger figure in a social media post. Conflating specific digital payment frauds with the much broader category of total banking frauds will create doubts about the banking system and amounts to creating a sense of alarm, the person said. The finance ministry, the RBI and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) have rolled out several crucial measures to secure digital financial transactions and to combat fraud, the person said. The RBI issued norms on digital payment security controls in February 2021, mandating banks to implement common minimum standards of security controls for various payment channels like internet banking, mobile banking, and card payments, the person said. To proactively identify illicit financial activities, the RBI has also launched an Artificial Intelligence-based tool named 'MuleHunter' for the identification of money mule accounts, the person said. A money mule account is one that is used to illicitly transfer or launder money. A second person, who also spoke on condition of anonymity said that although current fraud rates remain low at roughly one per 114,000 transactions, there has been a rise in the volume and average size of cyber frauds. Hence, measures are being taken to increase public awareness to help prevent such crimes. Queries emailed to the finance ministry and to the Congress party on Monday late evening seeking comments for the story remained unanswered at the time of publishing.
Indian Express
04-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
From education to healthcare, ‘AI data park' is Chhattisgarh's ‘one stop solution'
Whether it is providing quick and easy access to education in remote areas, ensuring quick medical test reports, or expediting implementation of government services such as Aadhaar, Chhattisgarh appears to have a one-stop solution – Artificial Intelligence. On Saturday, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated the Artificial Intelligence-based Data Centre Park – a facility that the state government sees as a step in the direction of 'technological reliance', according to State Industry Secretary Rajat Kumar. Located at Sector 22 of Nava Raipur, the park is spread across 13.5 acres of land and will provide services such as GPU-based computing, AI processing, data analytics, and live streaming. The Data Center Park will include a 2.7-hectare area developed as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and will be operated by RackBank Datacenters Private Limited. According to officials, the park will transform sectors from healthcare and education to agriculture and security. The initiative is also expected to create over 500 jobs, mainly in the IT sector. 'For example, doctors can get a quick report and a farmer can get advice to know when it will rain or what crop to grow. Children can also study from home using mobile phones or computers, because this park will provide fast internet connection,' a senior government official said. 'People living in faraway tribal areas will also be able to get education, healthcare, and government help easily through their mobile phones.' Describing the move as 'historic', Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai called it a 'digital backbone for a new era of growth and empowerment'. State Industry Secretary Rajat Kumar said: 'The park will make Chhattisgarh a new hub for data management in the country. This project is a major step towards technological self-reliance'.
Business Wire
26-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
StoneGate Senior Living Selects WellSky ® Long-Term Care to Enhance Resident Care and Improve Efficiency
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- WellSky, a global health and community care technology and services company, today announced that StoneGate Senior Living, a premier provider of senior care services, has implemented WellSky as its electronic health record (EHR) and revenue cycle technology partner – a strategic decision that reflects StoneGate's commitment to adopting innovative technology that supports outstanding care. 'The team at WellSky is willing to bring our processes and workflows together with their innovative technology to make sure the solution works for us.' StoneGate Senior Living operates a network of more than 30 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, and memory care facilities in Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. The organization was already using the WellSky CarePort Intake solution to connect with hospital partners and manage referrals but sought a more modern, innovative EHR solution. They ultimately chose WellSky Long-Term Care, a comprehensive EHR and revenue cycle management platform. 'As a trusted long-term care provider known for a commitment to innovation, staff satisfaction, and growth, we wanted to work with a company willing to stay on the leading edge of the technology needs of long-term and post-acute care,' said John Paul Taylor, CEO of StoneGate Senior Living. 'The team at WellSky is willing to bring our processes and workflows together with their innovative technology to make sure the solution works for us.' With WellSky, the StoneGate team will be better equipped to make data-driven decisions, reduce administrative burdens, and improve care coordination, leading to better outcomes for residents and greater operational efficiency. StoneGate will also help to shape the evolution of the WellSky Long-Term Care solution by providing regular feedback to the WellSky team and partnering on feature developments, including new workflows powered by WellSky SkySense AI, a suite of Artificial Intelligence-based tools. WellSky solutions for long-term care connect critical touchpoints before, during, and after a resident's stay. Clinical and revenue cycle capabilities are integrated to streamline operations, reduce complexity, and improve outcomes. WellSky solutions are purpose-built to meet an organization's unique needs and to help long-term care facilities like StoneGate enhance their current processes. 'This collaboration highlights how forward-thinking providers like StoneGate and technology innovators like WellSky can work hand-in-hand to meet the needs of residents, care teams, and leaders across the industry,' said WellSky chairman and CEO Bill Miller. 'StoneGate's commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with the WellSky mission to deliver world-class technology solutions. With our platform, StoneGate will not only address current challenges but also set a new standard for innovation in long-term care.' To learn more about WellSky Long-Term Care, visit About WellSky ® WellSky is one of America's largest and most innovative healthcare technology companies leading the movement for intelligent, coordinated care. Our proven software, analytics, and services power better outcomes and lower costs for stakeholders across the health and community care continuum. In today's value-based care environment, WellSky helps providers, payers, health systems, and community organizations scale processes, improve collaboration for growth, harness the power of data analytics, and achieve better outcomes by further connecting clinical and social care. WellSky serves more than 20,000 client sites — including the largest hospital systems, blood banks, cell therapy labs, home health and hospice franchises, post-acute providers, government agencies, and human services organizations. Informed by more than 40 years of providing software and expertise, WellSky anticipates clients' needs and innovates relentlessly to build healthy, thriving communities. For more information, visit About StoneGate Senior Living StoneGate Senior Living provides support services to senior living and care properties that offer skilled health care, assisted living, memory support and independent living at locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. Founded and led by a team of senior living industry veterans, StoneGate understands that careful attention to customer expectations is vital to the success of a senior living and care community. We understand that services must gratify the wants, needs and expectations of diverse customers. StoneGate-supported properties are designed to provide a comfortable atmosphere with all the qualities of home and more. Thoughtfully planned care and services foster enhanced well-being for residents and important peace of mind for their families.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
StoneGate Senior Living Selects WellSky® Long-Term Care to Enhance Resident Care and Improve Efficiency
New partnership underscores commitment to innovation and excellence in senior care OVERLAND PARK, Kan., April 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WellSky, a global health and community care technology and services company, today announced that StoneGate Senior Living, a premier provider of senior care services, has implemented WellSky as its electronic health record (EHR) and revenue cycle technology partner – a strategic decision that reflects StoneGate's commitment to adopting innovative technology that supports outstanding care. StoneGate Senior Living operates a network of more than 30 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, and memory care facilities in Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. The organization was already using the WellSky CarePort Intake solution to connect with hospital partners and manage referrals but sought a more modern, innovative EHR solution. They ultimately chose WellSky Long-Term Care, a comprehensive EHR and revenue cycle management platform. "As a trusted long-term care provider known for a commitment to innovation, staff satisfaction, and growth, we wanted to work with a company willing to stay on the leading edge of the technology needs of long-term and post-acute care," said John Paul Taylor, CEO of StoneGate Senior Living. "The team at WellSky is willing to bring our processes and workflows together with their innovative technology to make sure the solution works for us." With WellSky, the StoneGate team will be better equipped to make data-driven decisions, reduce administrative burdens, and improve care coordination, leading to better outcomes for residents and greater operational efficiency. StoneGate will also help to shape the evolution of the WellSky Long-Term Care solution by providing regular feedback to the WellSky team and partnering on feature developments, including new workflows powered by WellSky SkySense AI, a suite of Artificial Intelligence-based tools. WellSky solutions for long-term care connect critical touchpoints before, during, and after a resident's stay. Clinical and revenue cycle capabilities are integrated to streamline operations, reduce complexity, and improve outcomes. WellSky solutions are purpose-built to meet an organization's unique needs and to help long-term care facilities like StoneGate enhance their current processes. "This collaboration highlights how forward-thinking providers like StoneGate and technology innovators like WellSky can work hand-in-hand to meet the needs of residents, care teams, and leaders across the industry," said WellSky chairman and CEO Bill Miller. "StoneGate's commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with the WellSky mission to deliver world-class technology solutions. With our platform, StoneGate will not only address current challenges but also set a new standard for innovation in long-term care." To learn more about WellSky Long-Term Care, visit About WellSky® WellSky is one of America's largest and most innovative healthcare technology companies leading the movement for intelligent, coordinated care. Our proven software, analytics, and services power better outcomes and lower costs for stakeholders across the health and community care continuum. In today's value-based care environment, WellSky helps providers, payers, health systems, and community organizations scale processes, improve collaboration for growth, harness the power of data analytics, and achieve better outcomes by further connecting clinical and social care. WellSky serves more than 20,000 client sites — including the largest hospital systems, blood banks, cell therapy labs, home health and hospice franchises, post-acute providers, government agencies, and human services organizations. Informed by more than 40 years of providing software and expertise, WellSky anticipates clients' needs and innovates relentlessly to build healthy, thriving communities. For more information, visit About StoneGate Senior Living StoneGate Senior Living provides support services to senior living and care properties that offer skilled health care, assisted living, memory support and independent living at locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. Founded and led by a team of senior living industry veterans, StoneGate understands that careful attention to customer expectations is vital to the success of a senior living and care community. We understand that services must gratify the wants, needs and expectations of diverse customers. StoneGate-supported properties are designed to provide a comfortable atmosphere with all the qualities of home and more. Thoughtfully planned care and services foster enhanced well-being for residents and important peace of mind for their families. View source version on Contacts Media Contact Emma NealPhone: 617.401.3131Email: Sign in to access your portfolio
