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New Delhi: The government is finalising new IT rules for social media companies that would mandate traceability of originator of information on such platforms and removal of malicious content within 24 hours of notice, Parliament was informed on Thursday. The proposed new norms include deployment of technology-based automated tools or appropriate mechanisms for proactively identifying and removing or disabling public access to unlawful information or content, Minister of State for Electronics and IT Sanjay Dhotre said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. In December last year, the information technology ministry had sought public feedback on amendments to IT Rules for social media platforms and messaging apps in a bid to curb misuse of such platforms for spreading fake news. "MeitY received 171 comments and 80 counter comments from individual, civil society, industry associations and organisations. The comments so received have been analysed and the Rules are being … [Read more...] about Govt finalising new IT rules for social media entailing traceability of info originator

Kim Sharma is one of the most followed actresses on social media. Recently, a new photo of the star is doing the rounds on the Internet which proves that she is a true water baby. Read Also:Kim Sharma shares a throwback picture with her ex Yuvraj Singh and his wife Hazel Keech Kim often treats fans with her hot pictures on social media, and yet again, the actress posted a steamy picture of hers donning a sexy multi-coloured neon bikini. In the picture, we can see the actress posing in a pool while her messy hair and a stylish aviator. She captioned the post as, ''Happy girl''. As soon as she shared the picture, her fans started pouring in love on the post through their likes and comments. The actress flashed her million dollar smile and her fans can't stop gushing over her. A few days back, the actress made headlines due to her break up with 'Paltan' actor Harshvardhan Rane, whom she dated for more than a year. Meanwhile, on the work front, she made her acting debut in the Hindi … [Read more...] about Kim Sharma’s stunning bikini picture is raising the mercury level on social media

The government is finalising new IT rules for social media companies that would mandate traceability of originator of information on such platforms and removal of malicious content within 24 hours of notice, Parliament was informed on Thursday. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com The proposed new norms include deployment of technology-based automated tools or appropriate mechanisms for proactively identifying and removing or disabling public access to unlawful information or content, minister of state for electronics and IT Sanjay Dhotre said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.In December last year, the information technology ministry had sought public feedback on amendments to IT Rules for social media platforms and messaging apps in a bid to curb misuse of such platforms for spreading fake news. "MeitY received 171 comments and 80 counter comments from individual, civil society, industry associations and organisations. The comments so received have been analysed … [Read more...] about Govt finalising new IT rules for social media

Mumbai: Music composer Anu Malik has stepped down as judge from the ongoing season 11 of "Indian Idol", after growing outcry against him over allegations of sexual harassment that were levelled by singer Sona Mohapatra. On Thursday, a source at Sony TV, the channel that airs the show, confirmed to IANS that Malik "is stepping down as a judge from Indian Idol". It all started when, in 2018, Mohapatra had for the first time called out Malik's name, alleging sexual misconduct, which forced the composer to step down from season 10 of the show last year. Singers such as Neha Bhasin and Shweta Pandit had also joined Mohapatra in alleging sexual harassment against Malik. However when Sony TV reinstated Malik on season 11 this year, Mohapatra restarted her campaign against the composer and the channel. Over the past days, she has mustered huge support on social media, and people have increasingly been demanding Malik's removal from the show. A few days ago, Anu took to social media and claimed … [Read more...] about #MeToo accused Anu Malik steps down as judge from ‘Indian Idol’ after social media outrage

A woman who is excitedly preparing to tie the knot shared her “less than traditional” save-the-date cards online, that featured plenty of expletives. However, the internet didn’t see the funny side of the tradition, describing her sense of humour as “rude” and “trashy”. Reddit user dimebag1976 posted a photo of her RSVP card earlier this month, describing the decision to choose far from fluffy words along with a photo of the offending card. “My fiance and I decided on RSVP’s (sic) that are … well … less than traditional,” she said. The instructions then ask guests to check one of two options for attendance: “Abso F***ing Lutely” or “Not a God Damn Chance.” A RSVP has gone viral. Picture: RedditSource:Reddit But the cheeky language wasn’t over yet. The card then prompts guests to “Check the Boxes Dumb A***s” in order for the bride and groom to know which events they will … [Read more...] about Bride’s RSVP card for big day labelled ‘trashy’ online