In a significant development, the Indian government has announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets in the country. The 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 Instagram will be required to appoint a grievance officer to address user complaints within a specific timeframe. Additionally, these platforms will have to remove objectionable content within 24 hours of receiving a complaint. The government has also mandated that social media companies must disclose the origin of a message or post that authorities deem to be a threat to national security. Moreover, the guidelines require digital news outlets to adhere to the journalistic standards and ethics established by the Press Council of India. Failure to comply with the new rules could result in penalties and legal action against the platforms and news outlets. The move comes amid growing concerns about the spread of misinformation and fake news on social media platforms and digital news outlets in India. The government hopes that these guidelines will help create a more responsible and accountable digital media ecosystem in the country. The new regulations have been met with mixed reactions, with some applauding the government’s efforts to combat fake news, while others expressing concerns about potential censorship and infringement on freedom of speech.