Archive · 25 Jul 2025
X Corp. Disputes Sahyog Portal's Role in Karnataka Court
X Corp., formerly Twitter, is fighting a legal battle in the Karnataka High Court over the Sahyog Portal, which the government uses to communicate with social media companies.
X Corp.
believes the portal is a form of censorship and that takedown orders should follow specific legal procedures.
The company argues that government officials shouldn't be the ones deciding if content is illegal, as this could remove their legal protections.
They feel that the current process could lead to unfair decisions.
The company will continue to argue its case in court.
X Corp. compared the Sahyog Portal to a "wolf in sheep's clothing" in court.
X Corp. objects to the Sahyog Portal, calling it a "censorship portal".
The case is regarding takedown orders and the IT Act.
X Corp. argues takedown orders should be issued under Section 69A of the IT Act.
The next hearing is scheduled for July 29.
- Who
- X Corp. and the Union Government are the involved parties.
- What
- X Corp. is challenging the Sahyog Portal in court.
- When
- The hearing took place recently; the next one is July 29.
- Where
- Karnataka High Court.
- Why
- X Corp. objects to the Sahyog Portal's takedown methods, calling it censorship.
X Corp.'s Viewpoint
Union Government's Viewpoint
Legal Procedures and Takedown Orders
X Corp.'s Viewpoint
X Corp. believes takedown orders should follow Section 69A, not 79 (3)(b) of the IT Act, as it has objections to the Sahyog Portal.
Union Government's Viewpoint
The Union Government's perspective on the legal procedures for takedown orders, including the role of the Sahyog Portal.
Portal Function and Impact on Intermediaries
X Corp.'s Viewpoint
X Corp. views the Sahyog Portal as a potential tool for censorship, a 'wolf in sheep's clothing.'
Union Government's Viewpoint
The Union Government argues that it can communicate with intermediaries about unlawful content.
- Plaintiff
- X Corp.
- Court
- Karnataka High Court
- Portal Name
- Sahyog Portal
- Legal Issue
- Takedown orders and IT Act
- Next Hearing
- July 29