Synopsis: Given the seriousness of the matter and the right to privacy of citizens, the judiciary must hold the executive accountable in the matter. Contents1 Introduction2 Why is the Pegasus scandal controversial?3 What was the government reaction to Pegasus?4 What should be the way forward? Introduction Earlier this year, a global coalition of media organisations… Continue reading The” yes or a no” the court must ask about Pegasus
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Supreme Court move to set up a panel to probe Pegasus is a vital and welcome step
Contents1 What is the News?2 Background3 What was the Supreme Court response to this?4 Significance of this judgement What is the News? The Supreme Court has observed orally that it will set up a technical expert committee to inquire into the Pegasus snooping matter and pass an interim order next week. Background A collaborative journalism… Continue reading Supreme Court move to set up a panel to probe Pegasus is a vital and welcome step
Pegasus scandal points to the making of a surveillance state in India
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Understanding increasing state surveillance in India, measures to safeguard privacy. Synopsis: There seems to be a concerted effort to create a surveillance state, monitor free flow of information and use technology to control instead of empowering citizens. Increasing rate of surveillance in India and measures that must be taken to counter… Continue reading Pegasus scandal points to the making of a surveillance state in India
What Pegasus says about cyber power and our national security?
Source: Livemint Syllabus: GS3 – Security Relevance: Implications of the Pegasus issue Synopsis: Pegasus issue has crucial national security and geopolitical dimensions that must enter the national debate. Contents1 Conflict b/w liberty & national security2 Implications of the Pegasus issue3 Suggestions4 Way forward Conflict b/w liberty & national security Information governance (the way in which… Continue reading What Pegasus says about cyber power and our national security?