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India IT Rules Before And After Amendment & Ai-Generated Content

The Information Technology framework in India regulates how digital platforms, social media, online gaming services, and intermediaries function. With rapid growth of social media, AI-generated content, and online gaming, earlier rules became insufficient to handle new digital challenges. Information Technology Rules (Before Amendment) Before the February 2026 amendments, the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital […]

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Checklist for Compliance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026

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To ensure compliance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026 by the February 20, 2026 deadline, digital platforms could utilise the following checklist. I. Content Moderation & Takedown Timelines Platforms must establish 24/7 rapid response teams to meet drastically shortened legal windows. 3-Hour Takedown: Remove or disable access

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Regulation Of AI-Generated/Deepfake Content And Synthetically Generated Information (SGI) In India-New Rules

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The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026 (“2026 Amendment Rules”) mark a significant regulatory shift in India’s digital governance framework. Notified on 10 February 2026 and effective from 20 February 2026, these amendments primarily address the regulation of synthetically generated information (SGI)—commonly referred to as AI-generated or deepfake content.

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Compounding Authority and Their Underlying Pecuniary Jurisdiction under FEMA

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The Ministry of Finance notified Foreign Exchange (Compounding Proceedings) Rules, 2024 (“Rules”) on September 12, 2024, which supersedes the erstwhile rules laid out in the year 2000. The provisions came into effect on 12.09.2024. Key changes incorporated within the Rules are mentioned below: KEY CHANGES:- Compounding authority and their underlying pecuniary jurisdiction: The Rules modified the

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Website & IP Address blocking under the Indian IT Rules/Law

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Our constitution guarantees us some inalienable rights known as fundamental rights. Within legal and social structures, fundamental rights are of utmost importance. They create a framework of laws that limit the authority of the state, therefore averting arbitrary acts and protecting against any abuses of power. Furthermore, by outlawing discrimination and guaranteeing equitable access to

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Power of Blocking of Websites and Available Recourse In India

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Section 69A of the Information technology, Act 2000 (“IT Act”) empowers the Central Government and its authorised officers to issue directions to the intermediaries/ internet service providers for blocking access to any website in India, if the authorised officer is satisfied that it is necessary or expedient to do so in the interest of: a)

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Need for having Security, Email & Internet Usage Policy in Companies – Legal requirements and implications

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In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the importance of robust IT security measures cannot be overstated. Every organization, regardless of size or industry, must prioritize the establishment of comprehensive Security, Email, and Internet Usage Policies to safeguard sensitive information and mitigate legal risks. Despite this imperative, many companies still lack adequate policies, exposing themselves to

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (GUIDELINES FOR INTERMEDIARIES AND DIGITAL MEDIA ETHICS CODE) RULES, 2021

Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries & Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021

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The Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules of 2021 (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Rules’) has been enacted by the Central Government under the powers conferred to it by Sections 69A(2), 79(2)(c) and 87 of the Information Technology Act, with thorough coordination with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

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India’s Legal Approach to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Technology

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In the intersecting realms of technology and finance, Blockchain and cryptocurrencies, although related, function as distinct entities with significant legal considerations in India. Blockchain, a decentralized ledger enhancing transparency across various sectors, lacks specific governance laws in India yet falls under general regulations. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin challenge traditional currency systems with their digital, decentralized nature, yet remain unrecognized as legal tender by the RBI, posing a dilemma regarding their legal status, securities classification, and taxation under Indian law. As this landscape evolves, specialized legal guidance becomes crucial.

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Law Of Digital Signatures In India

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A digital signature is a cryptographic technique used to validate the authenticity and integrity of digital messages, documents, or software. It provides a way for the recipient to verify that the sender is who they claim to be and that the content has not been altered since it was signed. Section 2(1)(p) of the Information

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