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Proposed IT Rule Changes Raise Free Speech Concerns Why in the News ? The Union government has proposed amendments to the IT Rules, 2021, allowing takedown notices to individual social media users, raising concerns about free speech, censorship, and safe harbour protections, with digital rights groups warning of expanding executive control over online content. Much …
Read MoreANDHRA PRADESH CONSIDERS SOCIAL MEDIA BAN FOR MINORS Why in the News? Policy Proposal: The Andhra Pradesh government is exploring an Australia-like ban on social media use for children below 16 years, considering it as a measure to ensure a pollution-free environment for child development. Ministerial Panel: A Group of Ministers (GoM) headed by IT …
Read MoreMEITY NOTIFIES IT RULES AMENDMENT 2025 TO STRENGTHEN INTERMEDIARY DUE DILIGENCE AND CONTENT REMOVAL Why in the News? Recent amendment: The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has notified the IT Rules Amendment, 2025 to enhance due diligence and content removal norms, strengthening the intermediary guidelines and addressing concerns related to online safety and platform …
Read MoreKARNATAKA’S FAKE NEWS BILL TRIGGERS FREE SPEECH DEBATE Why in the News? New legislation: The Karnataka Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025 seeks to regulate fake news on social media platforms. Controversial provisions: Offences include posting content deemed “anti-feminism” or “disrespecting Sanatan symbols”, with up to 7 years jail and ₹10 lakh fine. First-of-its-kind: …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) submitted a status report to the Delhi High Court, highlighting concerns over deepfakes, AI-generated scams, and liability frameworks. The report stresses mandatory AI content disclosure and stricter enforcement against malicious actors. Concerns on Deepfake Regulation The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) submitted …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Social media platform X’s removal of political posts on EC order highlights ongoing debates over freedom of expression. source:scribd About the Social media platform X removes four posts on Election Commission’s order in India: EC Order Compliance: X complied with an Election Commission directive to remove four posts from leaders of …
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