Delhi HC Orders Meta To Take Down Deepfakes Of Journalist Rajat Sharma

The Delhi High Court ordered Meta (formerly Facebook) to take down deepfakes of journalist Rajat Sharma. The court ruled in favor of Sharma, who had claimed that the deepfake videos posted on Meta’s platform damaged his reputation. Meta was ordered to remove the content and take proactive measures to prevent similar future occurrences. This decision highlights the increasing legal scrutiny of social media platforms in dealing with harmful content such as deepfakes, which can undermine individuals' privacy and reputation. It sets a precedent for other media companies dealing with similar issues of digital manipulation.