India's President has ratified the 'Right to Information Act (RTIA)', a pivotal data protection legislation poised to be implemented shortly.
Although designed to oversee digital personal data processing in a manner that respects individuals' rights to guard their data for lawful purposes, it has sparked concerns.
The law covers the processing of digital personal data collected both within and outside India's territory, as long as it relates to goods or services provided in the country.
A significant concern lies in the power it provides the government to request company information and order content blocking.
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