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"Zero Tolerance": Meta To NDTV After Being Summoned Over Child Abuse Ads

India's tech ministry summons Meta over Instagram ads that allegedly promote child sexual abuse.

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The brief

India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued a notice to Meta after a BBC report identified Instagram ads that promoted child sexual abuse material. The government is demanding the removal of such content and has asked Meta to respond within seven days.

Coverage from Bloomberg, The Times of India, The News Minute, Yahoo, BBC and NDTV highlights the centre's crackdown, describing a "Zero Tolerance" stance and calling for immediate action. Reports note that the notice follows the BBC investigation and that the ministry seeks a swift response.

The next steps will depend on Meta's reply by the seven‑day deadline, possible enforcement measures by the Indian authorities, and any further reporting on compliance or legal action.

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Quick answers

What action has the Indian government taken against Meta?

MeitY served a notice to Meta, the centre demanded removal of child abuse ads on Instagram, and it seeks a response within seven days.

Which report triggered the government’s response?

A BBC investigation that found Instagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India.

What deadline has been set for Meta to respond?

The centre is seeking a response within seven days, according to the coverage.

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Meta Instagram India Child sexual abuse MeitY

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