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The Indian government has recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets in the country. These guidelines aim to regulate digital media and curb the spread of fake news and misinformation. Under the new rules, social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp will be required to appoint grievance officers to address user complaints. Additionally, these platforms must remove objectionable content within 24 hours of receiving a complaint. The guidelines also require digital news outlets to disclose their ownership and funding sources, as well as appoint a grievance officer to address user complaints. Failure to comply with these guidelines could result in the platforms losing their intermediary status, making them liable for any illegal content posted by users. These new regulations mark a significant step towards regulating the digital media landscape in India. It is expected that these guidelines will help in promoting transparency and accountability among social media platforms and digital news outlets. The move has been welcomed by many as a necessary step to combat the spread of fake news and ensure a safer online environment for users.

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