The Delhi High Court told social media platforms to act quickly when users report deepfakes, saying, “People should not be made to come to court for issues like these.” Justice Manmeet Arora warned that the court cannot become a grievance redressal forum for such complaints.
A Poonch court has ordered FIRs against Zee News and News18 India for defaming a deceased teacher by falsely labeling him as a terrorist during Operation Sindoor coverage. The court criticized the channels for spreading unverified information that harmed the reputation of the victim and his family, emphasizing responsible journalism.
Justice PB Suresh Kumar of the Kerala High Court, in his farewell speech, advocated for new legislation to regulate social media, emphasizing that unverified posts undermine public trust in the judiciary. He highlighted the importance of balancing free speech with the integrity of the judiciary while also recognizing the role of technology in enhancing justice efficiency.
NBDSA has instructed all news broadcasters to ensure thumbnails and tickers accurately reflect the program’s content. This follows a complaint against Times Now Navbharat for a misleading thumbnail suggesting harassment by Muslim men, which contradicted the women’s actual statements in the interview, highlighting broader concerns over media accuracy and communal harmony.
Justice Shekhar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court canceled his participation in a seminar linked to the Ram Mandir movement, refuting claims that he was a keynote speaker after a misleading poster circulated on social media. His decision followed previous controversies, raising questions about his public remarks and judicial conduct.
Alt-News co-founder Mohammed Zubair’s plea against an FIR related to his tweet about Yati Narsinghanand was mistakenly heard by a recused judge. His legal team highlighted the error, prompting reassignment to a new bench. The case raises important questions regarding judicial procedures and media freedom in India amid tensions over communal remarks.
The Karnataka High Court quashed an FIR against BJP MP Tejasvi Surya for allegedly spreading fake news about a farmer’s suicide. The court cited Surya’s arguments, stating the controversial tweet was deleted and did not constitute an offense. The hearing on the matter was reserved for December 5 after considering both parties’ arguments.
The Delhi High Court is set to hear a PIL concerning unauthorized use of artistic works by AI, linked to deepfake technology. Petitioners seek amendments to copyright laws, regulations for AI use, and protection for original content. They argue this misuse violates rights and raises privacy issues, particularly for women depicted in deepfakes.
Today, On 14th November, the Supreme Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation seeking to ban WhatsApp for non-compliance with new IT Rules. The petition, which raised security concerns and questioned the app’s encryption, was rejected by the Court, allowing WhatsApp to continue its operations despite claims of potential risks and misinformation.