Meta PM Modi video restriction

'Facebook Has Crossed Every Limit': Meta Restores PM Modi's Gen Z Video After Temporary Restriction in India

Govt summons Meta again over temporary restriction of PM Modi's FB post

India's government has summoned Meta executives to explain a temporary restriction on Prime Minister Modi's video. The social media giant acknowledged the error and has restored the content. New protocols are being introduced for prominent public figures' accounts. This incident highlights ongoing scrutiny of content moderation by tech firms. The government seeks explanations for platform governance and content handling.

After PM row, new Meta protocols for VIP accounts

Meta has introduced new protocols for handling prominent individuals' accounts. This follows the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video. The company expressed regret and is examining the reasons behind the video's removal. Government officials are scheduled to meet with Meta's global representatives soon. Discussions will cover policy and technical aspects of the incident.

Case Against Meta India Head Over Posts Targeting PM Modi During CJP Protest

Many posts and comments during the student protest that bordered on profanity and abuse have come under scanner.

Government to question Meta global team on issues around algorithmic bias, role in public order

The government earlier this week summoned a top Meta executive after Modi’s recent post addressing India’s youth and promising stringent measures against paper leaks was briefly restricted on Facebook.

Centre Summons Meta Public Policy Head Again Amid Row Over PM's Video: Sources

Meta public policy head Joel Kaplan was also summoned last week

'CJP got 30 million views, BJP only 10 mn': Parl panel chief alleges Meta promoting 'anti-democracy' content

The Parliamentary panel chief cited data on views garnered by accounts to highlight the gap between the 'anti-establishment' content and the mainstream parties.

Amid PM Modi video row, Meta’s global executives to meet MeitY officials today

MeitY summoned the tech giant after a Facebook reel by the PM addressing nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak was removed from the platform.

Meta Officials, Indian Government to Meet Today Over Child Abuse Ads, AI Deepfakes, & PM Modi Video Takedown

Apologise or face strict action: Govt's 3-day ultimatum to Meta over PM video row

Apologise or face strict action: Govt's 3-day ultimatum to Meta over PM video row

Meta meets govt over PM Modi video takedown

What Is Safe Harbour And Why Is Meta's Legal Shield Under Threat

Safe harbour is a legal shield that protects online platforms such as Meta, YouTube, and X

Meta warned of ‘safe harbour’ protection loss over Modi reel row: What is it and what happens if removed?

A parliamentary committee warned Meta could lose its “safe harbour” protection if Zuckerberg does not apologise for briefly removing PM Modi's Facebook reel.

Inside Meta-govt meeting: Removal of PM Modi video, child abuse content

Inside Meta-govt meeting: Removal of PM Modi video, child abuse content

Parliamentary IT committee to Meta: Apologise for PM video removal or lose safe harbour

Safe harbour under the IT Act gives tech firms general immunity for users’ posts; the panel also named Google India, seeking similar action against the tech firm for financial frauds

Meta-Centre Row Highlights: Government Wants Mark Zuckerberg's Apology

Meta-Centre Row Live Updates: The panel, led by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, said the deletion of PM Modi's video - who is the representative of 1.4 billion Indians - is an "attack on democracy".

Meta-Centre Row Live Updates: Government Wants Mark Zuckerberg's Apology

Meta-Centre Row Live Updates: The panel, led by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, said the deletion of PM Modi's video - who is the representative of 1.4 billion Indians - is an "attack on democracy".

Meta Executive Joel Kaplan Apologises For "Error" Restricting PM Modi's Post

Joel Kaplan, along with top Meta executives, met IT secretary S Krishnan and other senior officials of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity) in a discussion that lasted 45 minutes.

Meta apologises for ‘error in restricting PM’s video’

Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg formally apologized to the Indian government over several operational missteps, including issues with paid content amplification. The acknowledgment of these errors comes as officials expressed concerns over the potential loss of safe harbor protection for the platform. As the government reassesses its child online safety regulations, Meta committed to implementing necessary corrective actions to address these concerns.

Meta Apologises To India For Restricting PM Modi's Post, CSAM, & AI Deepfakes

Kejriwal claims Instagram account restricted in India, tells Meta to not 'bow down to PM Modi so much'

Arvind Kejriwal told Meta that lack of responses and clarification from their end amounted to “pretty bad service”.

Govt, Meta to continue talks on content moderation policies after PM Modi reel row

MeitY officials said discussions with Meta will focus on content moderation policies, algorithms and compliance systems after PM Modi’s Facebook Reel takedown.

Meta ramps up censorship of protest, political reels

Instagram posts by political party accounts, Cockroach Janta Party representatives, and ordinary protesters have all been blocked in India; Meta is even barring content it is not legally required to remove