The Indian government recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets, aimed at regulating online content and addressing concerns about misinformation and fake news. Under the new rules, social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp are required to establish grievance redressal mechanisms to address user complaints. They must also appoint a compliance officer based in India to ensure adherence to the regulations. Additionally, these platforms are expected to remove content flagged as inappropriate within 24 hours, and within 15 days for content related to nudity or pornography. The guidelines also mandate digital news outlets to disclose information about their ownership and editorial policies. Failure to comply with these regulations could result in the loss of intermediary status for social media companies, making them liable for legal action. The move has sparked a debate on freedom of speech and expression in India, with some critics raising concerns about potential censorship and government overreach. However, supporters argue that the regulations are necessary to combat the spread of harmful content online. It remains to be seen how these guidelines will impact the digital landscape in India and whether they will be effective in achieving their intended goals.