Activist seeks Pegasus info from govt
An RTI activist has filed numerous applications with different government agencies regarding the use of Pegasus spyware that targeted more than a hundred Whatsapp users.
economictimes.indiatimes.comHere are the latest notable developments on Pegasus spyware as of 2025–2026:
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Global legal actions and court rulings have continued to shape accountability around Pegasus. A U.S. federal court ruling held the NSO Group liable for hacking thousands of devices through Pegasus, reinforcing the legal consequences for spyware vendors. This is part of ongoing litigation that keeps Pegasus in the crosshairs of human rights and tech accountability discussions.[1]
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In India, Pegasus-related proceedings have persisted in the Supreme Court and Parliament, including independent probe inquiries and examinations of government responses. Reports indicate the Supreme Court has overseen probe-related developments and directed panels or affidavits in several Pegasus-related petitions, reflecting continued scrutiny over potential surveillance practices.[1]
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Coverage from tech-focused outlets and human rights groups continues to emphasize the broader risks of Pegasus usage beyond high-profile targets, highlighting concerns about ordinary citizens and journalists being affected, as well as calls for tighter regulation of the spyware industry.[2][1]
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Public-facing summaries and explainer content remain common as new developments arise, including updates on Amnesty International and other watchdogs documenting ongoing use, attempted regulation, and the governance gaps in the spyware ecosystem.[2]
If you’d like, I can pull a few concrete, recent headlines with links from reliable outlets and summarize them, or focus on a specific region (e.g., India, Europe, or the United States) to provide a tighter timeline. I can also create a quick chart or bullet timeline of key Pegasus events from the latest sources. Please tell me which format you prefer and any region you’re most interested in.