The tweets in question, which date back to between 2013 and 2017, have been described as derogatory and inflammatory, particularly towards Hindu deities and historical figure Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The government has asserted that the failure of X Corp, the parent company of the platform where Ayyub’s tweets were posted, to remove this content could lead to the loss of its safe harbour protections under Indian law.

According to Section 79 of the Information Technology Act, intermediaries like X Corp are granted safe harbour protection provided they adhere to due diligence and act promptly to remove unlawful content upon notification. However, the Union government has indicated that X’s inaction constitutes a breach of these requirements.

In a related development, the Delhi Police have issued judicial orders and statutory notices to X Corp regarding the tweets, emphasizing that the police notices and trial court order constitute “actual knowledge” under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. This knowledge triggers a statutory obligation for X to act swiftly to remove the unlawful content.

The government’s affidavit highlights that the tweets are not only offensive but also pose a risk of communal unrest, thus justifying the urgency of the situation. The Delhi High Court has been informed that the police have requested action under Section 69A of the IT Act to block access to the tweets.

The controversy surrounding Ayyub’s tweets has reignited debates about freedom of speech and the responsibilities of social media platforms in India. As the situation develops, the implications for X Corp and the broader landscape of digital expression in India remain to be seen.

As the Union government continues to push for compliance, the next steps will likely involve further legal scrutiny and potential repercussions for X Corp if it fails to act on the government’s directives. The outcome of this case could set significant precedents for how social media companies operate in India and their obligations under local laws.

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The central question surrounding the recent developments in Delhi is: Why has child trafficking become such a pervasive issue in the city? The answer lies in alarming statistics and a lack of effective enforcement measures. The Delhi High Court has issued a notice on a public interest litigation highlighting the rampant child trafficking incidents occurring at railway stations and on trains.

Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya remarked, “Delhi has now become a mandi for child trafficking, and for ascertaining this fact, you need not go through the petition. Just roam around the railway stations for two hours.” This stark observation underscores the severity of the situation, which continues unabated despite previous court orders aimed at curbing these crimes.

The petition was filed by the Just Rights for Children Alliance, represented by Advocate Prabhsahay Kaur, indicating a growing concern among civil society organizations regarding the safety of children in the capital. The court has requested the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) to provide necessary data and suggestions to address the issue effectively.

In response to the surge in child trafficking incidents, the Union Railways Ministry has notified a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) aimed at enhancing safety measures at railway stations. However, the effectiveness of these measures remains to be seen, as the court noted that the situation does not appear to improve due to a lack of effective implementation.

In a related incident, the Delhi Police Special Cell recently arrested a wanted terrorist in the Ghazipur area, who was linked to a module involved in various crimes, including child trafficking. Foreign currencies from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan were recovered from the accused, along with a Nepalese SIM card, indicating a broader network potentially involved in trafficking operations.

Despite these arrests, the court’s observations reflect a grim reality: “It is common knowledge that such trafficking of children of tender age is rampant.” The systemic failures in enforcement and the apparent normalization of child trafficking at public transport hubs raise urgent questions about the safety of vulnerable children in Delhi.

As the Delhi High Court continues to address this pressing issue, the community and authorities must grapple with the implications of these developments. What measures will be taken to ensure the safety of children? Will the SOPs be effectively implemented? These questions remain unanswered as the crisis unfolds.

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On September 1, 2025, a major counterfeit drug network was dismantled by Delhi Police, leading to the arrest of several individuals, including Tanishq Jha, whose factory in Patna was found to be producing counterfeit medicines after its license had expired.

The police operation began with a trap set to catch a courier delivering Tramadol premix. Anirudh Rai was apprehended while delivering a package containing this controlled substance. The investigation revealed a complex network linking suppliers in Uttarakhand to traders in Delhi and a manufacturer in Bihar.

Authorities seized counterfeit medicines and psychotropic drugs valued at nearly Rs 50 crore during the operation. Amit, another suspect, was found to have stored 20 kilograms of Tramadol premix in his warehouse in Roorkee, while Prashant acted as an intermediary connecting suppliers to buyers across North India.

According to a senior Crime Branch officer, “The goal was to trace the supply chain behind the material.” This operation highlighted the intricate web of suppliers, brokers, transporters, and manufacturing units involved in the counterfeit drug trade.

Crime Branch officers noted that when factories shut down or excess stock remains in warehouses, middlemen often attempt to move the material quickly. The profits from these operations are typically shared between the middlemen and the traders who source the material.

The pharmaceutical belt around Roorkee has seen many small manufacturers emerge since Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh, contributing to the ongoing challenges in regulating the drug supply chain.

As investigations continue, officials are examining the broader implications of this counterfeit network on public health and safety. The operation has drawn attention to the need for stricter regulations and oversight in the pharmaceutical industry.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full extent of the network and the number of individuals involved. However, the arrests made so far indicate a significant crackdown on illegal drug manufacturing and distribution.

Authorities are expected to provide further updates as the investigation unfolds, aiming to dismantle any remaining links in this extensive counterfeit operation.

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