Usage of Social Media Will Be Banned for Children Under 16: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Announces in Budget Speech

The Government of Karnataka announced a ban on social media use for children under 16, with Siddaramaiah stating in the 2026–27 budget that the measure aims to protect youngsters from harmful effects of excessive mobile phone and social media exposure.

Supreme Court Rejects Plea to Ban Social Media for Children Aged 14–18 Cites, Do You Know What Happened When Nepal Tried Such a Ban?

Today, On 3rd November, The Supreme Court declined to entertain a plea seeking a nationwide ban on social media use by children aged 14–18. CJI BR Gavai remarked, “Do you know what happened when Nepal tried such a ban? Anyway, thank you.”

“Difference in Two Apologies”: Delhi HC on Gokhale’s Affidavit in Lakshmi Puri Defamation Case

Delhi High Court gives Lakshmi Puri time to review Saket Gokhale’s fresh apology affidavit. Court notes mismatch between earlier directed and newly filed apology.