Data privacy cases

Digital News Publishers Association vs Union of India — Challenge to Digital Personal Data Protection Act

The Digital News Publishers Association has challenged the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and its 2025 rules in the Supreme Court, alleging that the lack of journalistic exemptions infringes upon press freedom. On 27 October 2026, the Supreme Court issued a notice to the Union of India regarding the plea. The court further remarked that the petitioners should propose safeguards to balance press rights with the prevention of data misuse.

In re: Guidelines on investigative agencies' access to personal digital data

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court of India seeking the establishment of formal guidelines to govern how investigative agencies access personal and digital data, emphasizing the need for proportionality and the protection of fundamental rights. A separate petition has also been filed by media organizations challenging the Digital Data Protection Act, arguing that its provisions could hinder investigative journalism.

In re: Internal data leak investigation at HDFC Bank

HDFC Bank is conducting an internal investigation into two senior executives accused of leaking confidential information. The bank is currently assessing whether the leaked data was misused.