India’s absence from the negotiating table has drawn criticism from the opposition, particularly given its ties with both the US and Iran, its dependence on Gulf energy, and the presence of a large diaspora in the region
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A handful of technology behemoths are milking India's safe-harbour provision at the altar of the country’s social harmony and economic aspirations. It is incumbent on free societies to revisit the leeway given to these social-media giants
The safe-harbour provision gives Big Tech the leeway to ignore misinformation on their social-media platforms for profits. India must axe this legal shield
Justice Bellur Narayanaswamy Srikrishna, a jurist and a retired Supreme Court of India judge talks to Nabodita Ganguly about how stricter laws to tackle misinformation in a country may also increase the chances of censorship. He stresses on the need to have an independent body to curb misinformation
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Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu, a Lok Sabha member from the Telugu Desam Party, recently introduced a private member’s Bill—Social Media (Age Restrictions and Online Safety)—in Parliament proposing that social-media platforms be banned for children below the age of 16. He talks to Nabodita Ganguly about a stronger government stance and the need for clear rules
Jaijit Bhattacharya, president, Centre for Digital Economy Policy, explains how social media can be used to manipulate narratives and inflame tensions in India
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Gold and silver markets prepare for volatility as failed US-Iran talks heighten geopolitical uncertainty and impact investor sentiment
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