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Friday, February 20, 2026
TopicOnline media

Topic: online media

Angry CAs, Deepika’s flings & Sharmin Segal. OTT controversies that stole the show in 2024

ThePrint rounded up some of the more controversial shows on OTT. Sometimes, the behind-the-scenes gossip is juicier than the plot twists.

Meta tests in Canada to limit news access on Facebook, Instagram

Meta had, in March, warned it would end availability of news content for Canadians on its platforms if proposed bill ‘Online News Act’ was passed in its current form.

Modi govt’s new IT rules don’t empower consumers, but expand State power over online content

The new govt guidelines for online content are a mixed bag that meets some expectations, but fall short on others and reflect the lack of a consultative approach.

Modi govt plans media policy to ensure people get its message right

The draft policy, which awaits clearance by I&B Minister Prakash Javadekar, focuses on ensuring a multimedia approach to the message put out by govt. 

Modi cabinet allows 100% FDI in coal mining, 26% in online news media

Cabinet also decides to relax the current FDI norms for single-brand retail and ease sourcing norms, apart from clearing a proposal for 75 new medical colleges.

Think you can tell what’s fake on the internet? Think again

Experts say if you have what's called 'digital media literacy', you're less likely to be fooled on the internet. This study throws up some interesting insights.

Postcard, Indiatimes in Poynter list of 513 ‘fake news’ websites

Postcard & Indiatimes are yet to issue statements on the Poynter list, which seeks to name websites that carry 'false or misleading information'.

Elections on its mind, Modi govt won’t give accreditation to web journalists anytime soon

Sources say Modi govt is wary of the ‘inclination’ of journalists; besides, I&B ministry has more important work in lead-up to 2019 elections.

I&B ministry disbands Smriti Irani-constituted panel to regulate online media 

A separate committee under IT ministry will continue deliberating on issues related online media and digital broadcast.

On Camera

Cautious optimism — India’s new relationship with Tarique Rahman’s Bangladesh

Both Bangladesh and India will have to work together to repair the damage done during the Yunus administration.

In the West, there’s anxiety. In India, optimism—Rishi Sunak says India poised to be leader in AI

On Wednesday, the former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking in New Delhi at a Carnegie & Observer Research Foundation event on AI.

Embraer moves full throttle in pursuit of IAF contract, ties up with Hindalco after Adani

IAF is firming up plans to revamp airlift capabilities with medium transport aircraft that will be assembled in India & serve as its main workhorse. Embraer is leading contender as of now.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.