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Delhi High Court Protects Tabu’s Personality Rights, Orders Removal Of AI-Generated Obscene Content

Delhi High Court Protects Tabu’s Personality Rights, Orders Removal Of AI-Generated Obscene Content

The Delhi High Court has granted Bollywood actor Tabu an ex-parte interim injunction protecting her personality and publicity rights, in a significant ruling that also addresses the growing misuse of artificial intelligence to manipulate celebrity images and videos. Justice Jyoti Singh, hearing a petition filed by Tabu, directed several major digital platforms, including Google, Meta, X and Reddit, to remove or disable access to more than 150 identified URLs allegedly carrying unauthorised and objectionable content involving the actor. The order also includes directions to certain platforms and domain service providers to share Basic Subscriber Information and IP log details that could help identify individuals behind the disputed accounts and content. Tabu had approached the court alleging that her identity and public persona were being exploited online without her consent. Her complaints covered a range of alleged violations, from fake event-booking accounts and unauthorised merchandise to fabricated statements and digitally manipulated content. The court observed that Tabu’s name and stage name, along with her image, voice, likeness and other distinctive attributes, have acquired a unique identity …

Dipke seeks removal of 'rude' cop, says 'don't behave like Delhi Police'

Dipke seeks removal of 'rude' cop, says 'don't behave like Delhi Police'

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke confronted a police sub-inspector (PSI) deployed as part of the security detail at his home in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, alleging that the officer was preventing people from meeting him and behaving rudely with visitors. Dipke sought the removal of the officer from security duty at his residence in the Waluj MIDC area of the central Maharashtra city. He alleged that the PSI was trying to restrict and monitor people entering his home. Dipke objects to police officer restricting visitors Dipke, who was provided security following threats and to manage the crowd at his residence, confronted the PSI in one of two videos that went viral on social media platforms on Friday. In the video, Dipke is seen questioning the officer, who was dressed in civilian clothes, over his alleged attempts to prevent people from entering the house. “What is the problem in allowing people to come into my home when I am asking them to come in? Why are you behaving like the Delhi police? No problem has occurred …

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg asked to apologise in 3 days over PM Modi video removal; Parliamentary panel warns of IT Act action

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg asked to apologise in 3 days over PM Modi video removal; Parliamentary panel warns of IT Act action

A Parliamentary Standing Committee has sought an apology from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg within three days over the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video. The panel warned that failure to comply could lead to action under provisions of the Information Technology Act Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Meta executives to meet Centre on August 5-6 over PM Modi video removal and compliance issues

Meta executives to meet Centre on August 5-6 over PM Modi video removal and compliance issues

Meta executives will likely meet government representatives on August 5 and 6 to discuss legal and compliance issues, synthetically generated content and safeguards for content takedowns involving prominent personalities, MeitY Secretary S Krishnan said. During the questioning, the government will raise a number of issues, including lapses in tackling of CSAM as well as wrongful action on prominent account during the upcoming meeting with Meta’s global team, IT Secretary S Krishnan said on Tuesday. He further adding that a company at the forefront of technology should have been able to make its systems work as they are supposed to, according to PTI.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Why does Alex Jones want Trump impeached? Once die-hard supporter now demands removal; explained

Why does Alex Jones want Trump impeached? Once die-hard supporter now demands removal; explained

President Donald Trump is facing sharp criticism from one of his former loyal supporters. Far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has publicly called for Trump’s immediate impeachment, claiming the administration is preparing for a large-scale ground invasion of Iran and could bring back the military draft. Why does Alex Jones want Trump impeached? (Credit: Alex Jones/X, Donald Trump/Instagram) Speaking during a livestream shared on X, Jones urged Congress to act, saying Trump should be removed through impeachment or the 25th Amendment. His comments mark one of his strongest attacks on Trump yet, putting him alongside other conservative voices who have criticized the president’s handling of the Iran conflict. Why did Alex Jones call for Donald Trump’s impeachment over Iran? During his livestream, Alex Jones argued that Congress should step in before the conflict with Iran grows further. He claimed the president was moving the US toward a wider war and linked those claims to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), although he did not provide evidence for several of his allegations. Jones said: “The big issue …

Delhi HC directs removal of ‘Kala Hiran’ teaser on Salman Khan’s plea

Delhi HC directs removal of ‘Kala Hiran’ teaser on Salman Khan’s plea

New Delhi, The Delhi High Court has in an interim order directed the removal of a teaser for the film “Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legal”, purportedly based on actor Salman Khan, and other related posts from online platforms, after he objected to them. Delhi HC directs removal of ‘Kala Hiran’ teaser on Salman Khan’s plea Justice Jyoti Singh, in the order passed on July 27 on Khan’s application, said the makers of ‘Kala Hiran’ cannot exploit the 59-year-old Bollywood star’s name, mannerisms and other distinctive attributes for commercial gains without his authorisation or disseminate content that injures his reputation. The court observed that using social media to disseminate content that violates personality rights or harms reputation exacerbates the mischief, given the speed, reach and permanence of digital publications. The judge noted that the film’s teaser refers to incidents and characters which are part of a pending appeal in the blackbuck poaching case and also imputes acts of intimidation of witnesses and investigation machinery, which prima facie irreparably and gravely damage the actor’s goodwill and …

Delhi HC directs removal Of ‘Kala Hiran’ teaser allegedly inspired by Salman Khan’s case

Delhi HC directs removal Of ‘Kala Hiran’ teaser allegedly inspired by Salman Khan’s case

The Delhi High Court on Monday directed take down of various links concerning teaser of proposed film Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy, which is allegedly inspired by actor Salman Khan’s 1998 blackbuck poaching case. Justice Jyoti Singh said that she will also order removal of interviews given by producer Amit Jani. Salman Khan Salman’s lawyers advocates Parag Khandhar and Chandrima Mitra, partner DSK legal told HTCity, “In an application filed by Salman Khan before Delhi High Court, today Delhi High Court directed Amit Jani film producer for removal of Kala Hiran movie teaser appearing on various social media platforms and certain interviews, the links of which are provided by Salman khan in his application. The court directed the producer to take it down with in 24 hours failing which concerned social media platforms like YouTube, etc are directed to take it down.” The actor contends that promotional material released by the makers contains unmistakable references to him, including the depiction of a lookalike wearing his iconic blue bracelet, which has become associated with him. …

Delhi Police orders removal of offensive posts targeting PM Modi

Delhi Police orders removal of offensive posts targeting PM Modi

Delhi Police has directed several social media platforms to remove posts and videos containing offensive and abusive remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi that were uploaded during the student protests at Jantar Mantar and the violence linked to the July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ march. According to police officials, objectionable content targeting the Prime Minister appeared across multiple social media platforms during the protests and the subsequent clashes in the national capital. Police monitoring social media content Delhi Police said its social media monitoring team has been continuously scanning online platforms to identify posts that allegedly violate applicable rules. Officials said notices are being issued to the respective social media intermediaries directing them to remove such content. According to the police, several posts and videos containing abusive language directed at the Prime Minister have already been taken down following these notices. The cyber and social media teams are continuing to monitor online activity related to the protests to identify additional content that may require action. Protest followed violence during ‘Sansad Chalo’ march The development comes amid …

Delhi HC dismisses PIL over Sonam Wangchuk’s removal from Jantar Mantar

Delhi HC dismisses PIL over Sonam Wangchuk’s removal from Jantar Mantar

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk speaks in a video message from Medanta Hospital, where he is undergoing treatment during his indefinite hunger strike, in Gurugram. Photo: X/@Wangchuk66 via PTI Photo The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (July 22, 2026) dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) against the forcible shifting of activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar protest site to Safdarjung Hospital on the 21st day of his hunger strike. A bench of Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia observed that the issue of Mr. Wangchuk’s hospitalisation at Safdarjung Hospital was earlier raised by his wife before the high court and the matter was “disposed of to their satisfaction”. “Since an FIR is sought to be lodged in relation to a reportedly solitary incident, it is always open for the petitioner to take recourse to 173 of BNSS,” the court said. On July 18, the Delhi Police whisked Mr. Wangchuk away from the protest site at Jantar Mantar and forcibly shifted him to Safdarjung Hospital. The petitioner sought a direction for registration of an FIR …

‘It’s very scary’: Vidya Malavade condemns Sonam Wangchuk’s removal, backs students amid Jantar Mantar protests

‘It’s very scary’: Vidya Malavade condemns Sonam Wangchuk’s removal, backs students amid Jantar Mantar protests

Actor Vidya Malavade, known for her roles in Chak De! India and Mismatched, has extended her support to education reformer and activist Sonam Wangchuk as his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar entered a crucial phase. Reacting to reports of Sonam being removed from the protest site and taken to Safdarjung Hospital, the actor said she was deeply disturbed by the way he had been treated. She also urged the government to engage in a meaningful dialogue with students protesting over the alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities, saying they deserve to be heard. After Sonam Wangchuk’s hospitalisation, Vidya Malavade says ‘students deserve justice’. Vidya Malavade calls Sonam Wangchuk’s treatment ‘heart-breaking’ Vidya Malavade shared a video on Instagram expressing her concern over the recent developments surrounding Sonam Wangchuk and how he was taken to the hospital with force. Calling the situation deeply upsetting, the actor said she was saddened by the way the activist had been treated. “It’s heart-breaking to see what’s happening in our country right now. The way Sonam Wangchuk ji has been treated, …