Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

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Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
27 Jul, 2026

Fake or Reel?, Pg8

BJP circles question fate of parliamentary panel recommending strict action against social media fake news and algorithm biases.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a DemocracyCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesPublic Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration
27 Jul, 2026

Reading the street — lessons from Jantar Mantar for the police, Pg13

Jantar Mantar protests reveal critical policing gaps; experts urge Delhi Police to revamp crowd control, social media intelligence, and pre-emptive political engagement for future demonstrations.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesBasics of Cyber Security
27 Jul, 2026

Why has India moved to take down BitChat repositories?, Pg8

India's I4C orders GitHub to remove BitChat repositories, citing potential misuse for unlawful assemblies and surveillance evasion, sparking debate on digital rights and state power.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
25 Jul, 2026

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

Supreme Court issues interim order banning unapproved social media sharing of courtroom proceedings, citing misuse and undermining public trust, while exempting news reporting.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE GovernanceCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
25 Jul, 2026

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

Supreme Court prohibits unauthorized extraction, monetisation of livestreamed court proceedings on digital platforms to uphold judicial sanctity and prevent trivialisation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesAttitude, Content, Structure and Function
25 Jul, 2026

Government Reiterates Legal Obligations of OTT Platforms and Social Media Under IT Rules, 2021

Government reiterates legal obligations for OTT platforms and social media under IT Rules, 2021, mandating due diligence against unlawful content.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
24 Jul, 2026

Mobile Internet shut around Jantar Mantar, Pg4

MHA invokes new Telecommunications Act 2023, suspending mobile internet around Jantar Mantar amid student protests, disrupting daily life and digital payments.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
23 Jul, 2026

50 OTT platforms blocked in past two years, says Minister, Pg14

Union Minister reveals government blocked 50 OTT platforms in two years for obscene content and IT Act violations, citing new digital media rules.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
23 Jul, 2026

Where does the law stand on internet shutdowns?, Pg10

Delhi protest sparks internet shutdown, igniting debate over Telecommunications Act 2023 and Supreme Court's Anuradha Bhasin ruling on fundamental rights.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesBasics of Cyber Security
22 Jul, 2026

AI law may cover agent autonomy, deepfakes, Pg17

India's MeitY drafts comprehensive AI law to curb deepfakes, agent autonomy, and establish platform liability, exploring consent-based frameworks and regulatory sandboxes.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
11 Jul, 2026

Change ‘addictive design’ of Facebook, Instagram, says EU, Pg14

Brussels demands Meta redesign 'addictive' Facebook, Instagram features like endless scroll, threatening 6% global turnover fine for user harm.

Role of External State and Non State ActorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
11 Jul, 2026

Terrorism’s data retreat hides emerging global threats, Pg8

Global terrorism's statistical retreat masks dangerous reorganization, with threats concentrating in conflict zones and borderlands, demanding recalibrated counter-terrorism strategies.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
10 Jul, 2026

Modi hails Australia’s social media ban on minors, signals curbs, Pg1

PM Modi praises Australia's minor social media ban, signaling India's intent to legislate age-based restrictions, potentially amending IT Rules 2021 for child protection.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesBasics of Cyber Security
5 Jul, 2026

Why are there concerns over WhatsApp usernames?, Pg13

Indian government confronts WhatsApp, Telegram over new username feature, warning of massive online fraud and impersonation risks under IT Act.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
3 Jul, 2026

Scams, spoofing: Govt's concerns over WhatsApp's username feature, Pg12

Indian government issues stern notice to WhatsApp, demanding explanation for new username feature over grave fraud and impersonation fears, threatening rollout halt.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
2 Jul, 2026

Put username feature on hold: govt. to WhatsApp, Pg1

Union government orders WhatsApp to halt its new username feature, citing grave concerns over potential spam and impersonation risks.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
2 Jul, 2026

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism
27 Jun, 2026

Telegram key platform for drug ads, Myanmar route a concern: NCB, Pg1

NCB report exposes Telegram as key platform for drug advertising, highlighting Myanmar route's growing threat to India's internal security.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism
20 Jun, 2026

Delhi HC upholds curbs on Telegram amid NEET row, Pg1

Delhi High Court upholds temporary Telegram ban over NEET cheating row, affirming government's power to block entire platforms under IT Act Section 69A.

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesBasics of Cyber Security
19 Jun, 2026

Telegram evolved into ‘new dark web’, govt. tells Delhi HC, Pg1

Union government labels Telegram 'new dark web' in Delhi HC, citing cybercrime, terror, and paper leak threats, prompting temporary ban under IT Act.

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