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The directive specifically targets the growing concerns around misinformation powered by AI – Deepfakes. - Centre Issues Advisory To All Intermediaries To Comply With Existing IT Rules
The Madhya Pradesh High Court recently passed an interim order directing print media and social media platforms to remove derogatory content against spiritual leader Aacharya Shri Dhirendra Krishna Shastri.
Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar announced the development on social media.
India News: Government reviews progress in tackling deepfake issue with social media platforms in meeting; 11 user harms under IT rules also mapped to IPC, leadin
The Indian government has held a meeting with social media platforms to assess progress in tackling the deepfake issue. The 11 "user harms" or "illegalities" flagged under IT rules are mapped to equivalent provisions in the Indian Penal Code (IPC), meaning criminal consequences exist even under current laws. The government has stated that it will continue with its "zero tolerance approach" on user harm.