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A recent proposal from India , Continuous GPS monitoring slipped quietly into the headlines, and suddenly everyone  from smartphone users to CEOs to privacy experts  is paying attention.
Governments, telecom operators, businesses, and everyday consumers are increasingly talking about real-time location tracking  and the conversations are heating up.
Let’s walk through what’s happening, why it matters, and how this small setting on your phone could have a big impact on your life.

In today’s digital-first world, convenience often comes at the cost of privacy. Every click, voice command, and facial scan contributes to a growing ecosystem of personal data. While users place trust in technology providers to safeguard their digital identities, recent events reveal that this trust is not always upheld.

The Karnataka High Court has recently taken a decisive step in the ongoing global debate over encrypted communication and digital freedom. In a directive issued under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, the court ordered the Government of India to block access to Proton Mail—a Swiss-based encrypted email service known for its end-to-end security and zero-access architecture.