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Advisory for OTT Platforms and Digital News Publishers by Ministry of Information & Broadcasting

By TEAM CIRCULAR EXPRESS • 03 Nov 2026
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• Ministry of I&B issues advisory for OTT platforms, digital news publishers, and intermediaries regarding IT Act, 2000 compliance.
• Mandates time-stamping of visuals, responsible coverage of anti-terror operations, and protection of sexual offence victims' identities.
• Advises on AI-generated content verification, use of authentic maps, and strengthening editorial mechanisms to prevent misinformation and ensure legal adherence.
purpose of issuance
To ensure adherence to the Information Technology Act, 2000 and Rules thereunder by digital news publishers, OTT platforms, and intermediaries.
Most Important Details
Advisory covers time-stamping of visuals, coverage of anti-terror operations, depiction of crime/violence, use of authentic maps, communal harmony, protection of sexual offence victims' identities, and verification of AI-generated content.
is it guidelines or office order
Advisory
purpose of issue
To prevent misinformation and ensure compliance with statutory provisions governing online content.
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