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MeitY Issues Compliance Reminder to Online Platforms Over Obscene Content
MeitY issued a statutory advisory reminding all intermediaries of the mandatory due diligence under the IT Act, 2000, and the IT Rules, 2021, amendment. The ministry reiterated a strict 24-hour takedown requirement for content depicting identifiable individuals in sexual acts or impersonations, including digitally altered or AI-generated material. ...
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Army Personnel Can Now Use Instagram, But There Are Conditions
The army has made a significant change to its policy on the use of social media: soldiers and officers are allowed to use Instagram for viewing and monitoring purposes only, sources said.
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Villagers To Hold Day-Long Fast To Protest Top Court's Aravalli Ruling
The #SaveAravalli movement has exploded across social media, trending nationwide and rallying thousands from rural communities, environmentalists to politicians.
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OTT Content Not Under Censor Board, Regulated Under IT Rules: Centre
In a move aimed at curbing obscenity and making the internet safe for users, including women and children, the Centre has listed norms, making it mandatory for social media platforms to appoint local officers and publish compliance reports.
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H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians Amid US' Social Media Rules
The US Embassy in India warned that any visa applicant arriving at the consulate on a previously scheduled interview date after being notified of a reschedule will be refused entry.
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IndiGo Faces Backlash From Passengers Amid Flight Cancellations: 'Get Your Act Together'
Passengers faced long delays and poor communication at airports, with many stranded for up to 14 hours amid IndiGos operational disruptions.
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UK Traveller Shocked After Indian Railway Staff Push Trash Onto Tracks In Viral Video
The viral video has triggered a wave of reactions online, with many users expressing concern about waste disposal and cleanliness standards on Indian trains.
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"Changing Excuses Every Year": Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP Over Delhi's Toxic Air, Party Responds
"Now that the BJP rules both at the Centre and in Delhi, there can be no more excuses," Rahul Gandhi said in a social media post.
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Video: BJP MLA Falls Into Yamuna While Filming Reel On 'Clean' River
The previous AAP government and the ruling BJP have been accusing each other of misleading people over the Yamuna's conditions amid Chhath Puja celebrations.
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Centre's Key Changes To Content Rules After Legal Fight With Elon Musk's X
Following a legal battle with Elon Musk's X over social media guidelines, the Centre has made key amendments to the Information Technology law to "enhance transparency, accountability and safeguards".
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MeitY Proposes New Rules to Detect and Track AI-Generated Deepfakes
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has proposed new rules for “synthetically generated information,” such as deepfakes, on Wednesday. These have been proposed as an amendment to the IT Rules, 2021, bringing artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content under the purview of the Indian Government and the legal system.
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In Tamil Nadu, Congress Woman MP Quotes Alliance Dharma, Takes On DMK Leader
The tug of war between Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK and its ally Congress in Karur, where Congress MP Jothimani has accused DMK District Secretary V Senthil Balaji of disrespecting the Grand Old Party.
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"I Respect All Religions": Chief Justice BR Gavai After Deity Remark Row
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Thursday said that his remarks in the matter concerning the restoration of a Lord Vishnu Idol in Khajuraho are being misportrayed on social media.
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Maharashtra Tightens Social Media Usage Rules For Government Employees
The Maharashtra government has issued a fresh set of directives regulating the use of social media by its employees, warning that any violation will invite disciplinary action.
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3 Judges, 3 Cases, 2 Days: Supreme Court's 'Balance' Message On Free Speech
Three cases, three benches, two days -- the Supreme Court is sending a clear message: freedom of expression is not absolute
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MeitY Issues Compliance Reminder to Online Platforms Over Obscene Content
MeitY issued a statutory advisory reminding all intermediaries of the mandatory due diligence under the IT Act, 2000, and the IT Rules, 2021, amendment. The ministry reiterated a strict 24-hour takedown requirement for content depicting identifiable individuals in sexual acts or impersonations, including digitally altered or AI-generated material. ...
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Army Personnel Can Now Use Instagram, But There Are Conditions
The army has made a significant change to its policy on the use of social media: soldiers and officers are allowed to use Instagram for viewing and monitoring purposes only, sources said.
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Villagers To Hold Day-Long Fast To Protest Top Court's Aravalli Ruling
The #SaveAravalli movement has exploded across social media, trending nationwide and rallying thousands from rural communities, environmentalists to politicians.
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OTT Content Not Under Censor Board, Regulated Under IT Rules: Centre
In a move aimed at curbing obscenity and making the internet safe for users, including women and children, the Centre has listed norms, making it mandatory for social media platforms to appoint local officers and publish compliance reports.
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H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians Amid US' Social Media Rules
The US Embassy in India warned that any visa applicant arriving at the consulate on a previously scheduled interview date after being notified of a reschedule will be refused entry.
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IndiGo Faces Backlash From Passengers Amid Flight Cancellations: 'Get Your Act Together'
Passengers faced long delays and poor communication at airports, with many stranded for up to 14 hours amid IndiGos operational disruptions.
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UK Traveller Shocked After Indian Railway Staff Push Trash Onto Tracks In Viral Video
The viral video has triggered a wave of reactions online, with many users expressing concern about waste disposal and cleanliness standards on Indian trains.
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"Changing Excuses Every Year": Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP Over Delhi's Toxic Air, Party Responds
"Now that the BJP rules both at the Centre and in Delhi, there can be no more excuses," Rahul Gandhi said in a social media post.
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Video: BJP MLA Falls Into Yamuna While Filming Reel On 'Clean' River
The previous AAP government and the ruling BJP have been accusing each other of misleading people over the Yamuna's conditions amid Chhath Puja celebrations.
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Centre's Key Changes To Content Rules After Legal Fight With Elon Musk's X
Following a legal battle with Elon Musk's X over social media guidelines, the Centre has made key amendments to the Information Technology law to "enhance transparency, accountability and safeguards".
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MeitY Proposes New Rules to Detect and Track AI-Generated Deepfakes
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has proposed new rules for “synthetically generated information,” such as deepfakes, on Wednesday. These have been proposed as an amendment to the IT Rules, 2021, bringing artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content under the purview of the Indian Government and the legal system.
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In Tamil Nadu, Congress Woman MP Quotes Alliance Dharma, Takes On DMK Leader
The tug of war between Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK and its ally Congress in Karur, where Congress MP Jothimani has accused DMK District Secretary V Senthil Balaji of disrespecting the Grand Old Party.
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"I Respect All Religions": Chief Justice BR Gavai After Deity Remark Row
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Thursday said that his remarks in the matter concerning the restoration of a Lord Vishnu Idol in Khajuraho are being misportrayed on social media.
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Maharashtra Tightens Social Media Usage Rules For Government Employees
The Maharashtra government has issued a fresh set of directives regulating the use of social media by its employees, warning that any violation will invite disciplinary action.
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3 Judges, 3 Cases, 2 Days: Supreme Court's 'Balance' Message On Free Speech
Three cases, three benches, two days -- the Supreme Court is sending a clear message: freedom of expression is not absolute
