The Indian government recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets, aiming to regulate content and address issues of fake news and misinformation. These rules require platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp to appoint local officers to coordinate with law enforcement agencies. The guidelines also mandate platforms to remove content within a specific timeframe if deemed harmful or inappropriate. Failure to comply with these rules may result in legal consequences for the platforms. Additionally, the government introduced regulations for digital news outlets, including a code of ethics and a three-tier grievance redressal mechanism. These measures are part of the government’s efforts to create a safer online environment and hold social media companies accountable for the content shared on their platforms. The move has sparked a debate between those advocating for freedom of speech and expression and those supporting the need for stricter regulations to combat the spread of false information. As social media continues to play a significant role in shaping public opinion and discourse in India, the implementation of these guidelines will have far-reaching implications on how information is disseminated and consumed online.