Information Technology Act

The recent discussions at the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communication and Information Technology have brought to the forefront a critical issue: the need for self-regulation in the media to avoid government interference. Industry bodies like the Editors Guild of India (EGI) and the News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA) have emphasized that self-regulation is crucial […]

The recent move by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting to block several OTT platforms, websites, apps, and social media accounts for showcasing obscene and pornographic content reflects a commitment to uphold ethical standards in media and entertainment. Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur’s emphasis on the platforms’ responsibility to avoid propagating obscenity under the guise […]