WhatsApp vs Indian Government: Why the battle has lasted over five years
- Posted on July 10, 2026
- By The Hindu
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WhatsApp vs Indian Government: Why the battle has lasted over five years
WhatsApp has submitted its response to the Centre's July 1 notice over its proposed username feature. But this is only the latest chapter in a years-long legal and regulatory battle between the messaging platform and the Indian government. Here's a look at how disputes over privacy, encryption, competition and online safety have unfolded over the years.
