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Last Updated:March 20, 2025, 19:08 IST
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The logo of Grok, a generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by US artificial intelligence company xAI. (AFP Photo)
In today’s evening digest, News18 brings the latest updates on the central government’s concerns about the potential misuse of social media platforms and AI tools, as well as updates on the Chhattisgarh encounters and more.
‘Not Censorship But Regulation’: Govt Underscores Grok, ChatGPT Must Follow India’s Laws
The government has shown the rulebook to social media platforms and AI search engines like Grok and ChatGPT. High-ranking government sources have informed News18 that all platforms and AI search engines must adhere to the country’s laws. This has reignited the debate surrounding freedom of expression versus censorship. However, the government has refuted any such allegations, emphasising the importance of self-regulation for both OTT platforms and social media companies. READ MORE
At Least 30 Maoists Killed In Two Separate Encounters In Chhattisgarh
Security forces killed at least 30 members of the banned CPI (Maoists) in two separate encounters in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region on Thursday. While 26 Naxalites were killed in Bijapur district, four Maoists were gunned down in Kanker. READ MORE
Elon Musk’s X Sues India Over ‘Censorship’ Via Sahyog Portal, IT Act: Report
Elon Musk’s X platform (formerly Twitter) has reportedly filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court against the Indian government, claiming that its usage of the IT Act and the ‘Sahyog Portal’ constitutes an “unlawful and unregulated" censorship mechanism that is in violation of statutory safeguards. READ MORE
After Tahawwur Rana, Will Trump Deliver Good News On Sikhs For Justice? India Remains Hopeful
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India Enters Race To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games, With Olympics 2036 Ambitions
Before the 2036 Olympics, India has also made a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has submitted an expression of interest on 13th March 2025 to the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has told Parliament. READ MORE
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