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On Twitter allegations, an official statement issued by Delhi Police Public Relations Officer Chinmay Biswal said, these statements are not only false but are also an attempt by private enterprise
Source: Google/ Image Credit: Navbharat Times
Source: Google/ Image Credit: Navbharat Times

On Twitter allegations, an official statement issued by Delhi Police Public Relations Officer Chinmay Biswal said, these statements are not only false but are also an attempt by private enterprise to obstruct the legal investigation. In the guise of the terms of service, Twitter Inc. decided itself to decide the truth. '

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The round of accusations between the central government and Twitter intensified. The social media company Twitter described the Delhi Police's arrival in his offices in the 'Toolkit' investigation case as 'intimidation and intimidation trick'. The government strongly condemned the Twitter accusation of intimidation through the police and termed it completely baseless and false. The government said that the company is trying to tarnish India's image and impose its conditions on the world's largest democracy. Know where is the root of this whole matter.

Question: Where did this whole controversy start?

Answer: The alleged Covid toolkit and manipulated media tag are behind the beginning of this entire case. Last week, Twitter related to the 'Covid Toolkit', BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra tweeted a link to a Covid Toolkit. Patra's tweet alleged that the Congress tried to tarnish the image of the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi by creating a toolkit to redesign the corona virus into an Indian form. His tweet was retweeted by many BJP leaders and ministers. Twitter had described this tweet of Manit Patra (Manipulated Media). Among these, BJP Rajya Sabha MP Vinay Sahasrabuddhe, BJP National Social Media Incharge Priti Gandhi, Andhra Pradesh co-incharge Sunil Deodhar, BJP media panelist Charu Pragya also tweeted. A notice was issued to the Center asking to remove the tag of Manipulate Media. Twitter refused to do so.

Question: What is this manipulated media?

Answer: Twitter actually manipulates any media, including video, audio, and photos, in which changes have been made or deliberately coined to trick others. In this category, a tweet is kept only when there is a risk of loss. Twitter introduced this tag in March 2020.

Question: What happened after Twitter's manipulated media stance did not remove the tag?

Answer: After this, the Special Cell of Delhi Police raided the offices of Twitter India in Delhi and Gurgaon on the evening of 24 May. Officials said that it was raided in the alleged 'COVID Toolkit' case. The Delhi Police Special Cell had also sent a notice to Twitter regarding the investigation of a complaint regarding the alleged 'COVID-19 toolkit'.

Source: Google/ Image Credit: The Economic Times
Source: Google/ Image Credit: The Economic Times

Question: What did Twitter say on the notice of Delhi Police?

Answer: Twitter has described the notice of Delhi Police as a threat. The company said, "We are worried about the use of police bullying tactics. There is also a threat to the safety of our employees and the freedom of speech of the people.

Question: What is the government saying on Twitter's statement 'threat and threat on freedom'?

Answer: The Central Government has called these allegations false. The IT ministry said on Thursday, "The threat of Twitter being threatened is wrong." This company is trying to impose its conditions on the world's largest democracy. Not obeying our orders intentionally. Together, we are trying to weaken India's law and order.

Question: What is Delhi Police saying on Twitter charge?

Answer: Police said that Twitter is creating an imaginary fear environment. In the notice that was sent to the company's MD of India, he has not been made an accused. Twitter itself is verifying the verdict. Whereas he has no such legal recognition. The police has the right to investigate, while the court to pronounce the verdict.

Question: What is Twitter saying on the new rules applicable to social media?

Answer: Twitter has asked the government for 3 months to follow the new rules implemented in the country for social media companies. The company said in its statement, 'We will try to follow the applicable laws in India to continue our services. A Twitter spokesperson said that he remains committed to the principles of transparency, empowering every voice and protecting freedom of speech and privacy while remaining within the ambit of the law.

Question: What is Google's opinion on the new social media rules?

Answer: On the new rules of social media company, Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google has said that we always respect the laws of every country and will follow it accordingly. An independent Internet is fundamental and has a long tradition in India. The central government announced new rules in February, which came into effect from 26 May.

Question: What are the new rules for social media companies?

Answer: Under the new rules, social media companies will have to create a system to investigate and redress grievances. Officers will have to be appointed for this in the country. Nudity, women molestation or objectionable content will have to be removed in 36 hours. Along with this, the government has sought a compliance report from the social media companies regarding the new rules.

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