Jammu & Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary has approached the Delhi High Court seeking removal of allegedly defamatory and sexually suggestive videos circulating online. The Court has asked him to submit the video transcripts and directed Google and Meta to disclose details of the pages and channels that uploaded the content.
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) said Today (Jan 16) it will decide on January 23 whether to pause a Rs 213.14 crore penalty imposed on Meta by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The case revolves around WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy, which mandated expanded data sharing with Meta, sparking concerns over user autonomy and data privacy. Meta’s lawyers argue that the CCI overstepped its authority, while the CCI insists on the policy’s unfair impact on users.
Meta Platforms Inc. has appealed to the NCLAT against the Rs 213.14 crore penalty imposed by the CCI for abusing its dominant position through WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy, which mandated expanded data sharing with Meta. The CCI deemed this a “take-it-or-leave-it” approach, violating user autonomy and competition laws. Meta and WhatsApp were directed to cease unfair practices, restrict data sharing for five years, and provide detailed transparency in their policies. The case, deemed significant for the industry, will be heard on January 16, 2025.
The Delhi High Court on Monday (23rd Dec) ordered the suspension of fraudulent social media accounts and websites falsely offering Reliance Retail dealership applications. The court tasked the cyber cell to investigate and report back, while also directing banks to suspend associated accounts. Victims reported financial losses due to the scams, prompting legal action against the impersonators.
The Competition Commission of India fined Meta Rs. 213.14 crore for abusing its market dominance related to WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy, which forced users to accept new data-sharing terms. The CCI issued cease-and-desist orders, requiring changes to data handling practices, including opt-out options and transparency in data sharing.
Today(on 4th July), in the Delhi High Court, WhatsApp challenged India’s 2021 IT Rules, contesting the requirement to disclose information origins, emphasizing privacy concerns. Counsel Tejas Karia represented WhatsApp before Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora, highlighting potential impacts on user privacy rights.
The Delhi High Court has taken action against websites and social media spreading false information about an interview between Anant Ambani and Anand Narasimhan. Justice Sanjeev Narula ordered major platforms like Meta and X to remove misleading posts and submit user details. This highlights the battle against digital misinformation and the need for judicial oversight.