Archive · 21 Jun 2025
India Intensifies Fight Against AI Misinformation and Deepfakes
The government is taking steps to stop fake videos and information made by AI, called deepfakes.
Prime Minister Modi has warned about the dangers of this technology.
New laws and rules are being used to catch those who create and spread fake content.
They're also creating ways to identify fake content by adding unique codes to it.
If you see something fake online, you can report it, and the government is also funding projects to develop tools to detect it.
PM Modi highlighted the global threat of deep fakes during a three-nation trip.
The Indian government is launching a multi-pronged strategy against AI misinformation.
The Information Technology Act, 2000, and IT Rules, 2021, form the legal basis for tackling cybercrimes including deep fakes.
The government has recommended synthetic content carries metadata for traceability.
The government has funded projects and is seeking further development in deepfake detection.
- Who
- The Indian government
- What
- The Indian government is stepping up efforts to combat AI-generated misinformation and deep fakes.
- When
- Efforts are currently underway.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To address the increasing threat of AI-generated misinformation.
- Legal Frameworks
- IT Act, 2000, IT Rules, 2021, BNS, 2023
- Cybercrime Reporting
- National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (cybercrime.gov.in) and helpline 1930
- Grievance Redressal
- Grievance Appellate Committees (GACs) at gac.gov.in
- Government Initiative
- IndiaAI Mission
