India tightens platform takedown compliance expectations

The Hindu
The Hindu 1m India
India’s information ministry said social media platforms must remove unlawful content within three hours of being notified, shortening the prior 36-hour window.
India tightens platform takedown compliance expectations
Why it matters
Platforms operating in India now need 24/7 moderation, legal triage, and escalation workflows that can execute removals inside a three-hour SLA, increasing compliance staffing and tooling costs. The shorter window reduces time to validate notices, raising the risk of over-removal to avoid penalties and creating higher operational friction for live-streaming and fast-viral content. Global platforms will likely need India-specific enforcement playbooks and audit trails to demonstrate timely action when challenged by regulators or courts.
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