In a recent directive, the Supreme Court urged the Centre to confront pressing issues related to cybercrime, particularly regarding online threats and the unauthorized release of private information. Highlighted by a Public Interest Litigation, the necessity for robust supervision against digital harms has been made clear. The court mandates that ministries assess a proposal concerning these significant concerns. Timely responses from appropriate authorities and stakeholders are expected moving forward.

Supreme Court urges government to establish urgent measures against online threats, including deepfake crimes and digital harm.

SC asks Centre to treat PIL for supervisory mechanism against digital harms as representation | India News