The Indian government has recently introduced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets in the country. These guidelines aim to regulate online content and ensure a safer digital space for users. Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, as well as digital news outlets, will now be required to appoint grievance officers based in India to address user complaints. The guidelines also require these platforms to remove content within 36 hours of a legal order. Failure to comply with the new rules could result in these platforms losing their intermediary status, making them liable for any unlawful content posted by users. This move comes amidst growing concerns over the spread of fake news and misinformation online, as well as the need to hold social media platforms more accountable for the content shared on their platforms. The new guidelines have sparked a debate on freedom of speech and censorship in India, with some critics expressing concerns about the potential impact on free expression. However, the government has stated that the guidelines are necessary to ensure a safer online environment for users. It remains to be seen how social media platforms and digital news outlets will adapt to these new regulations and how they will impact online content in India.