# Private firms made 17 million queries on vehicle databases between 2024-2026 before Centre cut access: RTI

> The NIC reply recorded 17,079,998 queries through private credentials between January 2024 and September 2026.

- Published: 2026-10-21T06:00:16.344Z
- Updated: 2026-10-21T06:00:16.344Z
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- Topics: Economy, business and finance
- Involves: Cyderes, Google Play Store, National Informatics Centre, Telegram-based service, report, vehicle information app

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- 2026-10-21T06:00:16.344Z - Hindustan Times: [Private firms made 17 million queries on vehicle databases between 2024-2026 before Centre cut access: RTI](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/vehicle-personal-data-telegram-sold-unauthorised-access-rti-internet-freedom-foundation-101792561385512.html)

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