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Government Seeks Answers from Messaging Platforms Over Username Feature and Identity Impersonation Risks
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Government Seeks Answers from Messaging Platforms Over Username Feature and Identity Impersonation Risks

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has sought detailed explanations from leading messaging platforms, including WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Meta, regarding their implementation of username-based identity features. The move comes amid growing concerns that such features could potentially be exploited for impersonation, cyber fraud, and online identity misuse, raising fresh questions about digital...

Bill to Regulate Online Gaming Gets Cabinet Approval, Set to be Tabled in Lok Sabha
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Bill to Regulate Online Gaming Gets Cabinet Approval, Set to be Tabled in Lok Sabha

The Union Cabinet has approved a bill aimed at regulating online gaming, which is expected to be introduced in the Lok Sabha tomorrow, according to sources. The legislation seeks to establish a legal framework for online gaming platforms while imposing strict penalties on gambling conducted through digital applications. The bill addresses key issues such as...

Government bans 25 OTT platforms for airing obscene, vulgur content
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Government bans 25 OTT platforms for airing obscene, vulgur content

The Centre has prohibited at least 25 Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms for disseminating obscene and vulgar content. The digital services that have been banned—both websites and applications—include Big Shots, Desiflix, NeonX VIP, Gulab App, Kangan App, Hulchul App, MoodX, Ullu, and ALTT. This decision was made by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) in collaboration...