S.79 IT Act | YouTube Can't Be Directed To Remove Alleged Objectionable Video In Absence Of Court Order Declaring It 'Defamatory': Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court directed YouTube to remove a defamatory and objectionable video targeting a person. The case involved a petition where the petitioner alleged that a video uploaded on the platform contained defamatory content and violated their right to privacy. The Court found in favor of the petitioner, ordering YouTube to remove the video immediately. This case highlights the growing importance of addressing online defamation and ensuring that platforms adhere to legal standards by taking down harmful content that violates individual rights.