The Indian government has recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and OTT streaming services in the country. These guidelines aim to regulate digital content and ensure transparency in the online space. Under the new rules, social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram will be required to appoint grievance officers to address user complaints. They will also have to remove objectionable content within 24 hours of receiving a complaint. Additionally, these platforms will be required to disclose the origin of any message or post that could affect the country’s sovereignty and integrity. As for OTT streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ Hotstar, they will now be required to classify their content into age-appropriate categories and implement parental controls. The new guidelines have been welcomed by many as a step towards curbing the spread of fake news and harmful content online. However, some have raised concerns about potential censorship and the impact on freedom of speech. It remains to be seen how these guidelines will be implemented and enforced by the government.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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