Overview

• The Supreme Court of India has deferred the hearing of petitions on alleged Pegasus spyware misuse to April 29, 2025, citing time constraints.
• A sealed report from a technical committee investigating the spyware allegations is expected to be reviewed and released during the upcoming hearing.
• Petitioners, including journalists and activists, allege that the government used Pegasus spyware for unauthorized surveillance, violating privacy rights.
• A prior investigation by the court-appointed technical committee found malware in five of 29 devices examined but could not confirm the use of Pegasus.
• The supervisory committee has recommended legal reforms to enhance privacy protections and strengthen cybersecurity against illegal surveillance.