The Indian government has announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets in India, aiming to regulate online content more effectively. The guidelines require social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp to appoint grievance officers who will address user complaints within a specific timeframe. They also mandate platforms to remove content within 24 hours of receiving a complaint about nudity, explicit sexual content, impersonation, and more. Additionally, the rules require companies to disclose the origin of “mischievous” messages and enable traceability of such messages. For digital news outlets, the guidelines specify a three-tier regulatory mechanism, including self-regulation, self-regulatory bodies, and oversight by the government. The new rules come amid concerns about misinformation, fake news, and inflammatory content on social media platforms and digital news outlets. The government aims to hold these platforms more accountable for the content shared on their platforms and to ensure a safer online environment for users. The guidelines have sparked debates about freedom of speech and censorship in India, with some critics expressing concerns about potential implications for free speech. However, the government maintains that the guidelines are necessary to safeguard the interests of Indian users and to prevent the spread of harmful content online. It is essential for social media companies and digital news outlets to comply with the new guidelines to avoid potential penalties or even bans in India.