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Delhi HC blocks AI deepfake misuse against Shashi Tharoor ordering takedowns and uploader details
Politics
Published on 9 May 2026
Court cites Tharoor’s publicity rights as platforms must act
The Delhi High Court granted interim protection to Congress MP Shashi Tharoor after a plea over AI-generated deepfake videos using his identity. The court recognized his personality and publicity rights, restraining unknown individuals from creating or circulating synthetic media. It also directed social media platforms to remove violating posts and share details of the account holders or uploaders.
- Delhi High Court granted Tharoor interim protection over AI deepfakes
- Court recognized Tharoor’s personality and publicity rights
- Unknown parties are restrained from creating or circulating synthetic media
- Platforms must remove posts and disclose uploader details
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