Telangana Police book Meta India head, social media account operators over alleged objectionable posts tar
- Posted on July 31, 2026
- By Business News Today
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In brief
Telangana's cybercrime division has initiated legal proceedings against Meta India's leadership and anonymous social media operators following allegations of manipulated content defaming India's Prime Minister. The complaint, lodged by BJP activists, documents the circulation of deepfakes and edited visuals across major platforms. Authorities are applying provisions from both the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act to prosecute those responsible. The investigation aims to trace and identify the account administrators behind the disinformation campaign.
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Telangana Police book Meta India head, social media account operators over alleged objectionable posts tar
Telangana Cyber Crime Police have filed two cases against social media account operators and Meta India's head. These cases stem from complaints alleging morphed and objectionable content targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP supporters reported manipulated videos and images circulated on Facebook and Instagram platforms. Police have invoked relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the individuals operating these accounts.
