Indian Government To Take Criminal Action Against Facebook And Twitter

Facebook and Twitter have not given any appropriate response regarding the implementation of new social media rules. They may stop working from tomorrow

25 May 2021 09:29 IST

Updated On 26 May 2021 11:15 IST

Users may not be able to use Facebook and Twitter from tomorrow as the companies have not yet complied with the new social media rules of India. The popular social media giants have sought three months' time to work on the Social Media Intermediary Rules 2021.

The deadlines end today as the new rules set by the Government of India to regulate the digital content on social media will come into effect from 26th May.

Read further to know about the new guidelines and responses from Facebook, Twitter, and Whatsapp.

What Are The New Social Media Rules?

Each Social Media Company Should Have 3 Member Committee

Guidelines For Curbing Cybercrime

new social media rules — **cybercrime**. Officers should give proper responses to the complaints within 24 hours and take necessary actions within 15 days. If there is no action taken then officials should state the reason behind it.

A Proper Monthly Report

A Dedicated System To Identify Inappropriate Content

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