{
  "id": 15679261,
  "title": "Punjab plans ban on spy gadgets",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/punjab-plans-ban-on-spy-gadgets",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-20T00:10:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445020/punjab-plans-ban-on-spy-gadgets"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "LAHORE - The government of Punjab has announced plans to prohibit the use and sale of spy devices, including glasses, pens, watches, and other gadgets embedded with hidden cameras and recording equipment. The Punjab Home Department has stated that stringent legal action will be taken against any illegal use or distribution of such covert electronic devices. This decision aims to safeguard women, children, and citizens from potential privacy violations and personal information breaches resulting from illegal surveillance, harassment, and blackmail. The provincial government remains committed to upholding citizens' fundamental rights and preventing the misuse of technology for violating personal privacy. The public has been warned that the possession and use of everyday items equipped with hidden cameras or recording devices could lead to severe legal consequences.",
  "summary": "LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to ban spy devices, including glasses, pens, watches and other gadgets fitted with hidden cameras and recording equipment, to protect women, children and citizens’ privacy. According to the Punjab Home Department, strict legal action will be taken against the illegal use and sale of spy equipment and covert electronic devices. The department said the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}