India Withdraws Mandate for Preloaded Cybersecurity App on Smartphones
India revoked its order requiring smartphone manufacturers to preinstall the government-developed Sanchar Saathi app after widespread criticism over privacy concerns, with opposition and privacy advocates calling it a snooping tool. The government defended the app as a cybersecurity measure, but faced backlash over potential privacy violations and lack of transparency. The move highlights ongoing tensions between security and privacy in India.