In short, he wants social media apps to act either as bulletin boards or content creators. This is a stand-off between Trump and Twitter alright, but it is not just about who blinks first. Social media apps have taken on curatorial roles, though Twitter has done so very actively. It is evident that social media platforms have encroached on the role that publications and news channels perform. Given the grey zones, social media regulation looks necessary for a country like India.

Source: Mint May 31, 2020 14:48 UTC