The Indian government recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets to follow. The new rules aim to regulate the content on these platforms and hold them accountable for any misinformation or unlawful content shared. Social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram will now have to appoint a grievance officer to address user complaints within 24 hours. They are also required to remove any content flagged by authorities within 36 hours. Additionally, these platforms are mandated to disclose the origin of any “mischievous” information upon government request. The guidelines also require digital news outlets to provide information about their operations and the source of their content. Failure to comply with these rules may result in penalties or even the possibility of the platforms losing their intermediary status, which protects them from legal responsibility for content posted by users. The new regulations have sparked a debate about freedom of speech and censorship in India, with some critics expressing concerns about potential government overreach. However, supporters argue that these guidelines are necessary to combat fake news and protect users from harmful online content. It remains to be seen how these rules will be implemented and what impact they will have on the digital landscape in India.