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India — India & India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

12 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026

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India — India: The government is driving the regulatory push, opposing Meta Platforms — WhatsApp's username feature and planning uniform rules for messaging platforms to curb fraud and impersonation.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: MeitY is developing the common regulatory framework and leading consultations with messaging platforms, playing a central role in the event.
Jun 26, 2026 · 251 articles
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India — India: The government is the primary actor, enforcing regulations to block OTT platforms and strengthen online safety. This action reinforces its stance on digital governance.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: MeitY is the implementing body, responsible for the blocking orders and policy amendments. It plays a central role in shaping India's digital regulatory landscape.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
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India — India: The government clarified the regulatory framework for AI intermediaries, reinforcing its technology-neutral stance and strengthening due diligence rules for AI-generated content.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: The ministry is responsible for the IT Act and the amended intermediary rules, and its minister communicated the policy stance to Parliament.
Jul 29, 2026 · 6 articles
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India — India: The India — India, through the India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, directed Block, Inc. to block the India — Rashtriya Janata Dal's account, citing national security concerns.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: The India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology>>> issued the order to Block, Inc.>>> to withhold the India — Rashtriya Janata Dal>>>'s X account in India>>> under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act.
May 29, 2026 · 20 articles
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India — India: The government is now tasked with deciding on potential restrictions on children's social media access, which could lead to new regulations.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: As a respondent, the ministry will likely lead the policy formulation on social media regulation for children.
Aug 20, 2026 · 7 articles
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India — India: Approved the Semicon 2.0 scheme with a large outlay, reinforcing its commitment to building a self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem. This policy support is crucial for the sector's long-term development.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: Announced and promoted the milestone, highlighting the success of its DLI Scheme and other semiconductor initiatives. The ministry's support is central to the growth of India's chip design ecosystem.
Aug 15, 2026 · 8 articles
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India — India: The government's Sahyog Portal and IT amendment are being challenged as unconstitutional; it must file an affidavit by July 29.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: Developed and operates the Sahyog Portal, which is under legal scrutiny.
Jul 16, 2026 · 6 articles
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India — India: The central government is a respondent and may be directed to formulate guidelines for police social media conduct.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: The ministry is a respondent and may be involved in implementing any court-mandated guidelines.
Aug 18, 2026 · 8 articles
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India — India: Co-established the AI Centre, supporting national AI initiatives and regional development.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: Provided support for the AI Centre, reinforcing its role in promoting technology adoption.
Aug 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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India — India: The government is under pressure to enact legislation; it is working on a draft bill and has formed an IDC to address gaps.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: MeitY is involved in addressing social media intermediaries' role in digital arrest frauds.
Jul 28, 2026 · 7 articles
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India — India: The device supports the Jal Jeevan Mission's goal of safe drinking water, potentially improving public health outcomes and government program effectiveness.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: Provided the research grant that funded the development, showcasing its support for indigenous technology innovation.
Aug 06, 2026 · 9 articles
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India — India: The government initially blocked the account but later withdrew its objection, leading to the court order.
India — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: MeitY issued the blocking order under Section 69A, which was later revoked by the court.
Jul 07, 2026 · 15 articles
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