In a significant development, the Indian government has announced new guidelines for social media platforms and digital news outlets in India. These guidelines aim to regulate digital content and hold platforms accountable for the content shared on their platforms. The rules require platforms to appoint grievance officers to address user complaints and concerns within a specific timeframe. Additionally, social media companies with more than 50 lakh users are required to publish monthly compliance reports detailing the action taken against reported content. The guidelines also mandate that social media platforms must remove prohibited content within 36 hours of receiving a legal order. Failure to comply with these rules could result in penalties for the platforms. Furthermore, the guidelines require digital news outlets to disclose their ownership and funding sources to promote transparency. These new regulations mark a significant step towards ensuring accountability and transparency in the digital space in India. The move comes amid growing concerns about the spread of misinformation and fake news on social media platforms. It is expected that these guidelines will help curb the dissemination of harmful and misleading content online. The Indian government has stated that these guidelines are aimed at creating a safer online environment for users and promoting responsible digital media practices in the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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