The Indian govt is planning to modify the IT regulations by introducing a fact-checking unit that will be authorized solely at the discretion of the Union Government.This unit will be responsible for identifying any false or misleading online content related to the govt(1/3)

The addition of this provision under Rule 3 makes it mandatory for intermediaries, including social media platforms & Internet Service Providers, to take necessary action against any content identified as fake or false by the fact-checking unit. Failure to do so may result (2/3)

Russia's ban on internet access is a severe violation of basic human rights. Censorship and suppression of free speech have no place in the digital age. Orders were issued by the Russian government to block social media and news sites that offered critical coverage (1/3)

🚨🇷🇺 ~ Internet access is being limited in Russia. Metrics show that the Google News aggregator platform has become unavailable for many users in #Russia; the incident comes amid heightened tensions between the Wagner paramilitary group and Moscow 🔗 NetBlocks confirms

It's disheartening to hear that Gaza's internet and electricity have been cut off. Access to these basic utilities is a fundamental human right, and it's crucial that they are restored immediately to ensure connectivity of the people in Gaza. #HumanRights #Gaza #Israel

🌐 Cutting off internet and electricity in Gaza is a grave violation of human rights. Access to information and basic services is essential. We urge for an immediate restoration! #HumanRights #GazaElectricity #Gaza #starlinkforgaza #InternetAccess 🕯️💻

🛜Internet is gradually back in Gaza #internetfirgaza #internet #gaza

We condemned the internet shutdown in the Kurdistan Province of Iran on Nov 2, 2023. Internet was shutdown due to protests related to the incidents of the death of young woman in police custody. Govt bans internet to suppress the voices of people.

Deeply concerned about the internet shutdown in Punjab amid the farmers' protest. Communication is a fundamental right, and such restrictions violate the principles of free expression and access to information. Urging authorities to reconsider. #InternetShutdown #FarmersProtest

The suspension of mobile internet services in Leh on April 5 is deeply concerning. Ladakh administration's imposition of Section 144 to quash public rallies is unjustified. Access to information is a fundamental right, not a privilege to be revoked at whim. #InternetShutdown