One provision mandates entities to conduct biometric authentication of their users to combat fraud. However, this particular measure has sparked concerns regarding user privacy.
Further, the Act retains provisions from the Telegraph Act related to interception or surveillance of telecommunications. It grants the Union government the authority to assume control of a telecom network in the event of a public emergency or safety concerns.
The Act provides that any message or class of messages between two or more persons may be intercepted, monitored, or blocked on specified grounds. Such grounds include: (i) the interest of the security of the state, (ii) friendly relations with other countries, (iii) public order, or (iv) prevention of incitement of offences.
Telecommunication services, as defined under the Act, may cover internet-based services.
Source: Barandbench
