INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
On Wednesday evening, France approved a surveillance law granting expanded powers to law enforcement agencies, raising concerns about
privacy infringement and potential abuse of power.In an almost Orwellian move, the new French law allows police surveillance through
on individuals suspected of criminal activity through their mobile phones and other devices.The French Senate approved the law with 80 votes
suspects without a court order, which deviates from previous norms.Additionally, devices can be remotely activated without notifying
individuals to record audio and images of individuals suspected of terrorist activities and other criminal offenses.Critics argue that the
vague nature of these crimes leaves room for potential misuse and violation of civil rights.The law includes safeguards such as a maximum
surveillance duration of six months without a court order to prevent unchecked surveillance.An amendment was also added to protect
legislation faced delays in Congress, but it gained support from senators in the wake of racial protests that took place in Paris and other
major French cities.Nevertheless, digital rights group La Quadrature du Net expressed serious concerns regarding potential infringements on
fundamental freedoms, including the right to security, privacy, and private correspondence.While some argue that the law will enhance public
the ongoing debate between security and individual rights in the context of modern surveillance practices.
