The Delhi High Court has made permanent its order stopping a YouTube channel from impersonating Anjana Om Kashyap through deepfake-style videos. The Court said such fake channels can cause serious harm and spread misinformation.
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a comprehensive regulatory framework for Artificial Intelligence tools in India. The petition emphasizes urgent action to curb deepfakes and protect individuals from impersonation.
The Allahabad High Court has ordered Meta Platforms and Google LLC to remove abusive online content targeting Padma Vibhushan awardee Swami Rambhadracharya. Platforms must act within 48 hours once petitioners provide the specific URLs.
Asian News International (ANI) has filed a copyright lawsuit against YouTuber Mohak Mangal, alleging unauthorized use of its videos, leading to over four million views. The Delhi court has scheduled a hearing for the case, seeking damages and legal remedies for infringement. Mangal intends to contest the claims and seeks case transfer.
The Bombay High Court ordered the removal of videos targeting BJP Minister Girish Mahajan and restrained two YouTubers from sharing similar content until the defamation case filed by Mahajan is finally resolved.
Isha Foundation has filed a defamation suit against Nakkheeran for publishing critical allegations against it. Seeking Rs 3 crore in damages, the case, scheduled to begin arguments in April 2025, involves claims of misconduct. The Supreme Court previously ruled that two women at the ashram are there voluntarily, prompting ongoing investigations.
Today(28th March), the Andhra Pradesh High Court served notices to Google LLC and the Indian government regarding digital rights. The move came after a YouTube journalist’s account suspension petition. Additionally, a channel seeking Rs. 2 crore in damages highlights concerns over arbitrary suspensions, emphasizing the delicate balance between platform governance and individual rights for content creators.
