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Most of those arrested under IT Act between 18 and 30, shows data

The IT Act has been the subject of heated discussion on a variety of issues, including the liability of big technology firms

Don't take coercive action under new IT Rules: Madras HC tells Centre

The Madras High Court on Monday restrained the Central government from taking any coercive action against digital media firms under the new cal codes made to the parent Information Technology Act.

WhatsApp says it banned 3 mn accounts in India in second compliance report

It received 137 reports for account support, of which one was actioned, and 316 requests to ban accounts, of which 73 were actioned

Google removes 95,680 content pieces in July in India: Compliance report

Under new IT rules, large digital platforms - with over 5 million users - will have to publish periodic compliance reports every month, mentioning the details of complaints received and action taken

What was the need for new IT rules, Bombay HC asks Centre

The Bombay High Court on Friday asked the Union government what was the need to introduce the recently notified Information Technology Rules, 2021

New IT rules: HC grants more time to Centre to file counter-affidavit

The Madras High Court on Friday granted 10 more days to the Centre to file its counter-affidavit in response to a batch of PIL pleas challenging the new Information Technology (IT) Rules

Delhi HC seeks response from Centre on plea challenging new IT Rules

Delhi HC sought Centre's reply on a plea challenging new IT Rules for allegedly being in gross disregard of fundamental rights of free speech and privacy of users of social media intermediaries

Delhi HC refuses to stay new IT rules regulating digital news media

According to amended IT rules, social media and streaming companies will be required to take down contentious content quicker, appoint grievance redressal officers and assist in investigations.

Twitter appoints California-based Jeremy Kessel as India Grievance Officer

Jeremy Kessel is the Global Legal Policy Director of Twitter

Decoded: At loggerheads with govt over IT rules, Twitter's options and fate

Non-compliance may lead to the loss of protection under the safe harbour provisions accorded by Section 79 of the Information Technology Act

Showdown over new IT rules: All you need to know about Twitter vs Govt feud

Digital rights outfits call upon Indian govt to roll back IT Rules

Coalition of 14 such outfits is also asking corporations to step up against intrusion by Indian authorities into the rights of millions of people who use their services everyday

IT Rules: HC asks govt to file counter affidavit on T M Krishna's challenge

Krishna's main contention is that the IT Rules violate his fundamental rights, and go against the provisions of the parent act, the IT Act

Twitter asks govt for one more week to comply with new IT guidelines

Move follows 'one last notice' to adhere from Meity, issued four days ago

Govt sends 'final notice' to Twitter for compliance with new IT rules

Govt says they want the grievance officer, nodal officer and compliance officer to be resident in India, and on Twitter payroll

IT rules not applicable to search engine: Google; HC seeks Centre's stand

Google LLC has contended that Information Technology rules for digital media are not applicable to its search engine

After Delhi HC snub, Twitter says 'striving' to comply with new IT rules

The statement came hours after Delhi High Court said that Twitter will have to ensure compliance with the new IT rules.

Twitter cries 'intimidation'; govt hits back, says follow the law

Company says it is concerned by 'recent events regarding employees in India'.

Television news broadcasters demand exemption from new IT rules

Already "sufficiently regulated" by various statutes, laws, guidelines, codes and regulations: Broadcasters

India's Koo raises $30 million in funding round led by Tiger Global

Koo was founded by serial entrepreneurs Aprameya Radhakrishna, founder of Taxi For Sure and Mayank Bidawatka who previously founded companies like Media Ant and Goodbox