Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

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Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Modi hails Australia’s social media ban on minors, signals curbs, Pg1

PM Modi praises Australia's minor social media ban, signaling India's intent to legislate age-based restrictions, potentially amending IT Rules 2021 for child protection.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

10 Jul, 2026

Modi hails Australia’s social media ban on minors, signals curbs, Pg1

PM Modi praises Australia's minor social media ban, signaling India's intent to legislate age-based restrictions, potentially amending IT Rules 2021 for child protection.

10 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

Why are there concerns over WhatsApp usernames?, Pg13

Indian government confronts WhatsApp, Telegram over new username feature, warning of massive online fraud and impersonation risks under IT Act.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

5 Jul, 2026

Why are there concerns over WhatsApp usernames?, Pg13

Indian government confronts WhatsApp, Telegram over new username feature, warning of massive online fraud and impersonation risks under IT Act.

5 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Scams, spoofing: Govt's concerns over WhatsApp's username feature, Pg12

Indian government issues stern notice to WhatsApp, demanding explanation for new username feature over grave fraud and impersonation fears, threatening rollout halt.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

3 Jul, 2026

Scams, spoofing: Govt's concerns over WhatsApp's username feature, Pg12

Indian government issues stern notice to WhatsApp, demanding explanation for new username feature over grave fraud and impersonation fears, threatening rollout halt.

3 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Put username feature on hold: govt. to WhatsApp, Pg1

Union government orders WhatsApp to halt its new username feature, citing grave concerns over potential spam and impersonation risks.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

2 Jul, 2026

Put username feature on hold: govt. to WhatsApp, Pg1

Union government orders WhatsApp to halt its new username feature, citing grave concerns over potential spam and impersonation risks.

2 Jul, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

2 Jul, 2026

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

2 Jul, 2026

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Telegram key platform for drug ads, Myanmar route a concern: NCB, Pg1

NCB report exposes Telegram as key platform for drug advertising, highlighting Myanmar route's growing threat to India's internal security.

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

27 Jun, 2026

Telegram key platform for drug ads, Myanmar route a concern: NCB, Pg1

NCB report exposes Telegram as key platform for drug advertising, highlighting Myanmar route's growing threat to India's internal security.

27 Jun, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Delhi HC upholds curbs on Telegram amid NEET row, Pg1

Delhi High Court upholds temporary Telegram ban over NEET cheating row, affirming government's power to block entire platforms under IT Act Section 69A.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

20 Jun, 2026

Delhi HC upholds curbs on Telegram amid NEET row, Pg1

Delhi High Court upholds temporary Telegram ban over NEET cheating row, affirming government's power to block entire platforms under IT Act Section 69A.

20 Jun, 2026

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

Telegram evolved into ‘new dark web’, govt. tells Delhi HC, Pg1

Union government labels Telegram 'new dark web' in Delhi HC, citing cybercrime, terror, and paper leak threats, prompting temporary ban under IT Act.

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

19 Jun, 2026

Telegram evolved into ‘new dark web’, govt. tells Delhi HC, Pg1

Union government labels Telegram 'new dark web' in Delhi HC, citing cybercrime, terror, and paper leak threats, prompting temporary ban under IT Act.

19 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Exam failures run deeper than Telegram, Pg10

Telegram ban for NEET paper leaks draws fire as critics label it executive overreach, failing to address systemic examination integrity flaws.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

18 Jun, 2026

Exam failures run deeper than Telegram, Pg10

Telegram ban for NEET paper leaks draws fire as critics label it executive overreach, failing to address systemic examination integrity flaws.

18 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Centre blocks Telegram app till NEET (UG) re-examination, Pg1

Centre blocks Telegram app in India until Monday, citing NTA's request to combat widespread NEET exam cheating rackets.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

17 Jun, 2026

Centre blocks Telegram app till NEET (UG) re-examination, Pg1

Centre blocks Telegram app in India until Monday, citing NTA's request to combat widespread NEET exam cheating rackets.

17 Jun, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

'Like real life, kids need rules for social media use', Pg11

UK proposes social media ban for under-16s by 2027, following Australia's lead, igniting global debate on child online safety, addictive design, and parental roles.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

17 Jun, 2026

'Like real life, kids need rules for social media use', Pg11

UK proposes social media ban for under-16s by 2027, following Australia's lead, igniting global debate on child online safety, addictive design, and parental roles.

17 Jun, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

U.K. govt. bans social media for children under 16, Pg16

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer mandates social media ban for children under 16, aiming to curb harmful content and excessive screen time.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

16 Jun, 2026

U.K. govt. bans social media for children under 16, Pg16

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer mandates social media ban for children under 16, aiming to curb harmful content and excessive screen time.

16 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

The battle against AI misinformation, Pg9

AI misinformation battle intensifies as India grapples with policy gaps amid rising cybercrimes and digital deceit concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

28 May, 2026

The battle against AI misinformation, Pg9

AI misinformation battle intensifies as India grapples with policy gaps amid rising cybercrimes and digital deceit concerns.

28 May, 2026

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

Centre issues alert on phishing scam targeting iPhones, Pg9

MHA's I4C warns iPhone users of phishing scams impersonating Apple Support to steal credentials and unlock stolen devices.

Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

24 May, 2026

Centre issues alert on phishing scam targeting iPhones, Pg9

MHA's I4C warns iPhone users of phishing scams impersonating Apple Support to steal credentials and unlock stolen devices.

24 May, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Why ‘digital vigilantism’ is not the problem, Pg7

Delhi HC debates 'digital vigilantism' amid rising social media justice; highlights systemic failures and need for robust redressal mechanisms.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

30 Apr, 2026

Why ‘digital vigilantism’ is not the problem, Pg7

Delhi HC debates 'digital vigilantism' amid rising social media justice; highlights systemic failures and need for robust redressal mechanisms.

30 Apr, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

9,400 accounts banned for being linked to digital arrests, Pg12

WhatsApp bans 9,400 accounts linked to digital arrests and law enforcement impersonations after Home Ministry intervention.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Basics of Cyber Security

29 Apr, 2026

9,400 accounts banned for being linked to digital arrests, Pg12

WhatsApp bans 9,400 accounts linked to digital arrests and law enforcement impersonations after Home Ministry intervention.

29 Apr, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

A tightening of the fist in India’s digital public square, Pg6

Proposed IT rule amendments expand government's power over online speech, raising concerns about censorship and bypassing judicial safeguards.

28 Apr, 2026

A tightening of the fist in India’s digital public square, Pg6

Proposed IT rule amendments expand government's power over online speech, raising concerns about censorship and bypassing judicial safeguards.

28 Apr, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Govt's online content blocking orders double to 24,000 in a year, over half on X, Pg1

Government's online content blocking soars to 24,000 amid deepfake surge; Section 69A of IT Act increasingly invoked.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

27 Apr, 2026

Govt's online content blocking orders double to 24,000 in a year, over half on X, Pg1

Government's online content blocking soars to 24,000 amid deepfake surge; Section 69A of IT Act increasingly invoked.

27 Apr, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Govt. moots stricter norms for content generated using AI, Pg12

Government proposes stringent IT regulations mandating continuous labeling of AI-generated content to combat misinformation and ensure transparency across digital platforms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

22 Apr, 2026

Govt. moots stricter norms for content generated using AI, Pg12

Government proposes stringent IT regulations mandating continuous labeling of AI-generated content to combat misinformation and ensure transparency across digital platforms.

22 Apr, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges