Court Directs Meta to Take Down Deepfake Videos of NSE CEO in Urgent Ruling

The Bombay High Court directed Meta and other intermediaries to promptly take down deepfake videos of the NSE CEO, citing obligations under IT Rules 2021. The court’s ruling highlights intermediary liability and the need to protect investors from misleading content.

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BananaIP’s Comments and Suggestions – Proposed Draft of Amendments to IT Rules, 2021

This post analyses BananaIP Counsels’ comments on the proposed amendments to the IT Rules, 2021. It provides structured recommendations for improving intermediary accountability, grievance mechanisms, and transparency in the implementation of the Rules.

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Accessibility of Intermediary Services to Persons with Disabilities – Proposed Amendments to IT Rules

The post analyses proposed IT Rules amendments to address accessibility challenges faced by persons with disabilities. It recommends mandatory provisions to ensure digital platforms comply with Indian disability laws and policies.

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Draft IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules Published for comments by MeitY

The Ministry of Electronics and IT has published a draft amendment to the IT Rules, 2021, inviting public comments to address emerging digital challenges. The initiative aims to ensure greater accountability and safety for Indian internet users and digital platforms.

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