Oops! They did it again: Meta’s algorithm trips over Modi’s video, but the real glitch is biggerMeta temporarily removed Prime Minister Modi's video, citing a technical error which the government disputed. This incident revealed ongoin...
06 Aug, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
Government tightens deepfake rules, mandates AI content labels and three-hour takedown timelineIndia has mandated clear labelling for AI-generated synthetic content. Social media platforms now have only three hours to remove unlawful ...
06 Aug, 2026, 10.34 PM IST
After apology over PM Modi post, govt to question Meta on its algorithmsIndia's government will question Meta's global team about its algorithms and safeguards. This scrutiny follows a recent Facebook post remov...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
Govt slashes online content takedown time to two hours for sensitive mattersAccording to the statement, amendments were made on February 10, 2026, in the IT Rules 2021 to strengthen the regulatory framework to addre...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
Mark Zuckerberg apologises to Indian govt over child sexual abuse material and deepfake contentMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has apologised to the Indian government over child sexual abuse material, deepfake content and operational errors ...
06 Aug, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Arvind Kejriwal alleges Meta restricted his account, calls it 'pretty bad service'AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday alleged that Meta had restricted his social media account in India without explaining the...
06 Aug, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
Government puts in place framework to tackle online child sexual abuseIndia's government has established a coordinated framework to combat online child abuse. The 'Sahyog' portal expedites content removal requ...
05 Aug, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
NCPCR begins inquiry into alleged child porn Ads on InstagramThe National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has initiated an investigation into disturbing child pornography ads on Instagram, p...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
After Meta reply to its notice, Child protection panel to probe alleged violation of rules concerning sexual contentAmid growing concerns highlighted in a BBC Eye report, the NCPCR will begin an inquiry into the contested CSEAM ads. Meta responded to the ...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.33 PM IST
India summons Meta global team on Aug 5-6 over PM Modi post, CSAM concernIndia's government will meet Meta's global team on August 5 and 6. Officials will question the company regarding child abuse material and a...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Telegram says app restored on Apple's App StoreTelegram announced its messaging application has been restored on the App Store. The app was temporarily unavailable for users worldwide ea...
04 Aug, 2026, 12.13 PM IST
From reels to real violence: How social media is reshaping crimeOnline platforms increasingly fuel real-world violence, especially among young people. The pursuit of digital validation shapes criminal be...
03 Aug, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Create a culture of open communication with youth to fight drug menace together: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi launched a nationwide campaign against drug addiction. He urged family elders and teachers to foster open comm...
03 Aug, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu calls for Northeast action against child trafficking, online abuseChief Minister Pema Khandu of Arunachal Pradesh called for greater regional unity in safeguarding children. He showcased key initiatives su...
31 Jul, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
Was Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who D4vd is accused of killing, pregnant at the time of her death? Prosecutors clear air as singer remains under fireProsecutors confirmed Celeste Rivas Hernandez was not pregnant when she died in April 2025. Singer D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, wil...
30 Jul, 2026, 07.37 AM IST
Blacksburg man, who kidnapped Wisconsin teen girl, faces 55 new charges after abduction accusation; FBI joins probeA Blacksburg man faces 55 child sexual abuse material charges. He was arrested after holding a Milwaukee teenager captive for nearly four y...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
AI playing a growing role in child sexual abuse, German report warnsGerman authorities warned Tuesday of the "growing influence" of AI and digital technology on the sexual abuse of children, saying in a repo...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.43 PM IST