According to The Hindu, democracy has died yet again after the passage of the Telecom Bill. Why? Because it won’t allow journalists to lie and cheat
According to the English media, democracy is either in danger in India or has already died in India. Wanting to stand out from the crowd, The Hindu published a detailed article under the section “FAQ” with an innocent headline – “Will new telecom bill streamline the sector?”. Because – wait for it – it DOES NOT allow users to furnish false particulars while obtaining telecom services. The “draconian” bill apparently also provides for “legal architecture for mass surveillance and internet shutdowns”. Bill or no bill, state and central governments already have the power to order Internet Shutdowns in the interest of public safety, whether you like it or not.
Source: The Hindu December 25, 2023 13:51 UTC
