PM Modi Post Removed Row: Govt Summons Meta Policy Chief Joel Kaplan, Demands Written Apology
The Indian government has summoned Meta's Head of Public Policy, Joel Kaplan, and a technical official from Instagram for August 5 following a flashpoint over
The Indian government has summoned Meta's Head of Public Policy, Joel Kaplan, and a technical official from Instagram for August 5 following a flashpoint over the removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post. While Meta previously blamed a technical glitch and apologized, sources state the government found the answer unsatisfactory and is now seeking a written apology.
Furthermore, the government aims to understand how Meta and Instagram algorithms operate, having received multiple complaints suggesting anti-government posts receive excessive traction. Tech giants are expected to provide written submissions explaining the technical glitch and algorithmic workings. Subscribe to India Today for NEW VIDEOS EVERY DAY and make sure to enable Push Notifications so you'll never miss a new video.
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