Review of Mechanism to Curb Fake News
On 2nd December 2025, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and IT tabled a report, titled "Review of Mechanism to Curb Fake News” in the Parliament.
What does the report say?
- Define Fake News: It has asked the government to define the term 'fake news' and incorporate suitable clauses in the existing regulatory framework to combat misinformation and protect freedom of speech.
- Need for Amendments: There is a need to amend the penal provisions for publishing/telecasting fake news in relevant Acts/Rules/Guidelines for each form of media (print, electronic, digital).
- Fact Checking Mechanism: Having a fact-checking mechanism and internal ombudsman in media ....
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