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Bihar's ruling Grand Alliance targets Centre over Apple’s ‘warning’ to opposition leaders

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 31 October 2023
The Grand Alliance in Bihar criticized the Indian government after several opposition leaders received warnings from Apple about "state-sponsored attackers" targeting their phones. Leaders such as Shashi Tharoor, Mahua Moitra, and Priyanka Chaturvedi received alerts stating that their iPhones could be compromised. The opposition parties called this a danger signal for democracy and demanded a clear stand from the government. The BJP-led government was accused of violating privacy and using tactics to monitor opposition leaders. The government responded by expressing concern and stating that it takes the privacy and security of citizens seriously.
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Opposition Leaders in India Allege Government Hacking Attempts After Apple Alerts| Oneindia News 04:53

Opposition leaders in India, including Mahua Moitra and Shashi Tharoor, received Apple alerts warning of potential state-sponsored hacking attempts on their iPhones. The government attributed it to an "algorithm malfunction," sparking skepticism. Leaders connected it to broader concerns, emphasizing...

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