Govt to examine Meta's Muse AI tool that lets users generate images from Instagram profiles: IT SecretaryIndia's government will examine Meta's new AI image tool for legal compliance. Concerns are growing over privacy and the use of Instagram p...
09 Jul, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
Meta’s Muse in trouble within days of launch; government to review legal complianceThe government will examine whether Meta's Muse Image feature complies with India's legal framework after concerns emerged over privacy, co...
09 Jul, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Government awaits Meta's reply on Whatsapp username, CSAM concerns: IT secretaryWhile Whatsapp is set to revert on Thursday, Instagram still has time to respond to a separate notice on the proliferation of child sexual ...
09 Jul, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
Govt to decide on action against Meta after response to Instagram child abuse ads notice: IT SecretaryIndia's IT Ministry awaits Meta's formal response to a notice regarding child exploitation ads. Meta published a blog detailing its efforts...
09 Jul, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Basic customs duty waiver on key electronic parts will deepen value chain, says IT SecretaryThe government has waived basic customs duty on key electronics manufacturing components. This move aims to deepen the value chain and stim...
09 Jul, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
New AI law may focus on graded, risk-based regulations: OfficialsThis may result in minimal regulation for low-risk AI such as chatbots, productivity tools, recommendation systems, while ensuring stricter...
07 Jul, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Ashwini Vaishnaw directs MeitY to summon Meta regarding Instagram ads promoting child sexual abuse materialIndia's IT Ministry has summoned Meta over allegations that Instagram ads promoted child sexual abuse material. Officials are also concerne...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Apps blocked over EV shutdowns, focus turns on auto cybersecurityAuthorities are intensifying scrutiny of vehicle cybersecurity after blocking several mobile apps used to remotely disable electric two- an...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
Meta’s compounding India woes; HCLTech’s mega AI dealUnion minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has asked to summon Meta over child sexual abuse material on Instagram. This and more in today’s ETtech Top...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
Govt lens on e-rickshaw remote shutdown issue; two apps including BAT-BMS removed from app storesConcerns over e-rickshaws being remotely disabled via a Chinese app, BAT-BMS, have prompted government action. IT Secretary S Krishnan conf...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Govt directs removal of BAT-BMS, Epoch-i-ion, Lossigy apps from Android, iOS over e-rickshaw disruption concerns: SourcesAuthorities have ordered the removal of three mobile apps – BAT-BMS, Epoch-i-ion, and Lossigy – from Indian app stores. These applications ...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Govt investigating reported Tata Electronics data leak: MeitY SecretarySpeaking on the sidelines of a CII Conference, Krishnan responded to an ANI question on government's concerns over WhatsApp, Signal and Tel...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
AI law may be considered as time is getting right, Export curbs eased on Mythos: MeitY Secretary S KrishnanIndia is considering a dedicated legal framework for artificial intelligence, with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology i...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Username feature carries serious risks of cybercrime: IT Secy on notices to WhatsApp, othersThe comment assumes significance as the government has shot-off notices this week questioning WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal about the usern...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
What's BAT-BMS? The bluetooth app that's stopping e-rickshaws or 'tirris' mid-ride across DelhiA disturbing trend is crippling Delhi's e-rickshaw drivers as pranksters use a smartphone app, BAT-BMS, to remotely disable their vehicles....
03 Jul, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
India-US hold roundtable to deepen AI, chips, critical minerals cooperationIndia and the United States held a closed-door roundtable bringing together senior government officials and industry leaders to strengthen ...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
US gives India assurance on access to AI technologiesIndia has received assurances from the US that access to AI technologies will remain open, according to a top official. New Delhi believes ...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST