Exclusive: Amid protests, MeitY widens labelling for social media beyond synthetic content
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has expanded its labelling requirements for social media platforms to include manipulated and misleading content, effective October 8, 2026. This advisory mandates platforms to prioritize complaints from government agencies and exercise enhanced diligence over content that could disrupt public order. The move follows recent protests in Delhi, highlighting ongoing public tensions.