The central government told the high court that it was also a matter of concern that Indian users were being 'unilaterally' subjected to the change in privacy policy

Dr Abhay Chawla explains why the recent controversy over WhatsApp should serve as a wake-up call for those who believe in data privacy.

In a strongly worder letter to WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart, the Centre asked WhatsApp to withdraw its proposed changes to the WhatsApp Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

The rating fiasco by Republic TV has 'immensely damaged the reputation of the broadcast industry and therefore it should be kept out of BARC rating system till final court order'. a statement said.

The court also said that if the terms and conditions of most mobile apps are read, 'you would be surprised as to what all you are consenting to'

Pakistan alleged that the BJP government launched the Balakot strike to manipulate public sentiment in order to win elections.

The social messaging platform posted a four-part series on its status to assure users of privacy amid fallout from policy update.

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has moved the Supreme Court over the new update in WhatsApp's privacy policy.

'There's been a lot of misinformation causing concern and we want to help everyone understand our principles and the facts,' says WhatsApp officials

Delhi HC judge, Justice Prathiba M Singh recused herself from hearing a plea filed in the court, challenging the update in WhatsApp's Privacy Policy.

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