The Centre’s order to authorise 10 agencies to monitor online communications and intercept data contained in any computer system is not new. And according to intelligence sources, intercepting online communication and monitoring computer systems is not as easy as the Opposition has alleged. AdvertisingIn fact, agencies have been conducting surveillance on internet communication for several years now, particularly in matters related to terrorism. The 2013 Bodh Gaya blasts case was cracked in great measure with crucial online communication intercepts. AdvertisingAccording to an official, despite the powers, unlike phone conversations, it is not easy to intercept Internet communication.

Source: Indian Express December 21, 2018 16:43 UTC