India gov’t denies WhatsApp hack amid outrage

Indian activists and politicians are pointing fingers at the state, after Whatsapp revealed Indian journalists and activists were among those targeted with spyware on its platform.

Whatsapp has filed a lawsuit against Israeli firm NSO group, alleging it was behind the cyber-attacks that infected devices in April and May.

NSO group, which makes software for surveillance, says it only works with government agencies.

The government has denied the claims.

India has also asked Whatsapp for a detailed explanation.