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Vibhu Agarwal’s Atrangii ropes in Rajesh Tripathi as content head
UMBAI: The musical chairs game in the television industry continues. With Nivedita Basu opting out of Atrangii and joining Dangal, it was time to bring in someone else at the Vibhu Agarwal-owned Atrangii app.
So it has.
Agarwal has recruited writer, producer and show runner Rajesh Tripathi as its head of content. Prior to joining Atrangii, Rajesh has worked as a producer for shows like Savdhan India, Mauka-e-Vardaat, Kaccha Papad Pakka Papad, Naagvadhu – Ek zehreeli Kahaani, Crime & confession Season-3. He is known for his involvement in iconic thrillers and horror shows such as Shhh…Phir Koi Hai, Adalat, and Savdhaan India.
With core strengths in crime, thriller, and horror, Rajesh has worked as script consultant and show runner for a leading entertainment channel like Star TV.
With Rajesh Tripathi at the helm of content creation, Atrangii aims to elevate its storytelling capabilities, particularly in genres that resonate deeply with audiences, says a company press release..
Said Atrangi founder & CEO Vibhu Agarwal: “Rajesh Tripathi’s appointment marks a significant step in our journey to redefine content excellence. His experience, creativity, and leadership will play a pivotal role in driving our vision for Atrangii forward.”
Added Rajesh Tripathi: “I am genuinely excited to join the Atrangii family and collaborate with a team that is deeply committed to creating unique and impactful stories. Storytelling, for me, is about forging connections with people, and Atrangii’s vision resonates perfectly with my passion for meaningful narratives. I look forward to this journey of creativity and crafting content that not only entertains but also leaves a lasting impression on hearts and minds.”
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Meta warns 200 users after fake Whatsapp spyware attack
Italy-targeted campaign used unofficial app to deploy surveillance spyware.
MUMBAI: It looked like a message, but it behaved like a mole. Meta has warned around 200 users most of them in Italy after uncovering a targeted spyware campaign that weaponised a fake version of WhatsApp to infiltrate devices. The attack, first reported by Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata, relied on classic social engineering with a modern twist: persuading users to download an unofficial WhatsApp clone embedded with surveillance software. The malicious application, believed to be developed by Italian firm SIO through its subsidiary ASIGINT, was designed to mimic the real app closely enough to bypass suspicion.
Meta’s security teams identified roughly 200 individuals who may have installed the compromised version, triggering immediate countermeasures. Affected users were logged out of their accounts and issued alerts warning of potential privacy breaches, with the company describing the incident as a “targeted social engineering attempt” aimed at gaining device-level access.
The malicious app was not distributed via official app stores but circulated through third-party channels, where it was presented as a legitimate WhatsApp alternative. Once installed, it reportedly allowed external operators to access sensitive data stored on the device turning a simple download into a potential surveillance gateway.
According to Techcrunch, Meta is now preparing legal action against the spyware developers to curb further misuse. The company, however, has not disclosed details about the specific individuals targeted or the extent of data compromised.
A Whatsapp spokesperson reiterated that user safety remains the top priority, particularly for those misled into installing the fake iOS application. Meanwhile, reports from La Repubblica suggest the spyware may be linked to “Spyrtacus”, a strain previously associated with Android-based attacks that could intercept calls, activate microphones and even access cameras.
The episode underscores a growing reality in the digital age, the threat is no longer just what you download, but where you download it from. As unofficial apps become increasingly convincing, the line between communication tool and covert surveillance is getting harder to spot and far easier to exploit.
