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Defending Digital Freedom in India since 2010. We promote Open Knowledge, Free Speech, Online Privacy, Innovation & Equality - @IFEX Member - Join our force.
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#India 🇮🇳 In a blog post, @sflcin.bsky.social analyses the role of the country's digital public infrastructure. "Foisting adoption of digital systems without providing citizens with comprehensive public education is likely to cause more problems down the line."
DPI: India's pipe dream for digital inclusion & sovereignty
In this blog post, SFLC.in explores the key human rights issues that are still not addressed in India's DPI strategy and its vision for a digital welfare state
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June 2, 2026 at 4:30 AM
#India 🇮🇳 In a blog post, @sflcin.bsky.social analyses the role of the country's digital public infrastructure. "Foisting adoption of digital systems without providing citizens with comprehensive public education is likely to cause more problems down the line."
In the second video of our series, ‘Protecting Press Freedom in the Digital Age,’ we break down how internet shutdowns happen & how journalists can prepare.
Explore our resources for journalists, developed in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders: resources.rsf.org
Explore our resources for journalists, developed in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders: resources.rsf.org
June 4, 2026 at 3:46 PM
In the second video of our series, ‘Protecting Press Freedom in the Digital Age,’ we break down how internet shutdowns happen & how journalists can prepare.
Explore our resources for journalists, developed in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders: resources.rsf.org
Explore our resources for journalists, developed in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders: resources.rsf.org
We are pleased to announce that we'll be attending DRAPAC'26, taking place from 8-10 June 2026 in Manila, Philippines.
Join us for conversations on digital rights, privacy, internet governance, and technology policy with stakeholders from across the Asia-Pacific region.
@apc.org @engagemedia.org
Join us for conversations on digital rights, privacy, internet governance, and technology policy with stakeholders from across the Asia-Pacific region.
@apc.org @engagemedia.org
June 3, 2026 at 8:40 AM
We are pleased to announce that we'll be attending DRAPAC'26, taking place from 8-10 June 2026 in Manila, Philippines.
Join us for conversations on digital rights, privacy, internet governance, and technology policy with stakeholders from across the Asia-Pacific region.
@apc.org @engagemedia.org
Join us for conversations on digital rights, privacy, internet governance, and technology policy with stakeholders from across the Asia-Pacific region.
@apc.org @engagemedia.org
#KeepItOn #LetTheNetWork
On 30 May 2026, the Haryana government suspended mobile internet, bulk SMS, and dongle services within a 1-km radius of Faridabad's NIT Zone, citing public order concerns during a demolition drive.
On 30 May 2026, the Haryana government suspended mobile internet, bulk SMS, and dongle services within a 1-km radius of Faridabad's NIT Zone, citing public order concerns during a demolition drive.
June 1, 2026 at 7:31 AM
#KeepItOn #LetTheNetWork
On 30 May 2026, the Haryana government suspended mobile internet, bulk SMS, and dongle services within a 1-km radius of Faridabad's NIT Zone, citing public order concerns during a demolition drive.
On 30 May 2026, the Haryana government suspended mobile internet, bulk SMS, and dongle services within a 1-km radius of Faridabad's NIT Zone, citing public order concerns during a demolition drive.
Even when the internet shuts down, journalists need to report the story.
In the first video of our series with Reporters Without Borders, Amit Kumar, Executive Editor at EastMojo, reflects on what it means to report through internet shutdowns.
#censorship #freespeech #pressfreedom #privacy
In the first video of our series with Reporters Without Borders, Amit Kumar, Executive Editor at EastMojo, reflects on what it means to report through internet shutdowns.
#censorship #freespeech #pressfreedom #privacy
May 29, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Even when the internet shuts down, journalists need to report the story.
In the first video of our series with Reporters Without Borders, Amit Kumar, Executive Editor at EastMojo, reflects on what it means to report through internet shutdowns.
#censorship #freespeech #pressfreedom #privacy
In the first video of our series with Reporters Without Borders, Amit Kumar, Executive Editor at EastMojo, reflects on what it means to report through internet shutdowns.
#censorship #freespeech #pressfreedom #privacy
We’re excited to announce our video series on ‘Protecting Press Freedom in India,’ in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders. 🥁
Each episode in the series shines a light on the realities of reporting in the digital age. 🎙️⚖️
The first video drops NEXT WEEK. Stay tuned!
Each episode in the series shines a light on the realities of reporting in the digital age. 🎙️⚖️
The first video drops NEXT WEEK. Stay tuned!
May 27, 2026 at 1:28 PM
We’re excited to announce our video series on ‘Protecting Press Freedom in India,’ in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders. 🥁
Each episode in the series shines a light on the realities of reporting in the digital age. 🎙️⚖️
The first video drops NEXT WEEK. Stay tuned!
Each episode in the series shines a light on the realities of reporting in the digital age. 🎙️⚖️
The first video drops NEXT WEEK. Stay tuned!
Woke up to a suspended social media account with zero explanation? Arbitrary account suspensions or content takedowns are direct violations of your freedom of speech.
Our team at SFLC.in is here to help you fight back.
Report here: rightsline.sflc.in
Our team at SFLC.in is here to help you fight back.
Report here: rightsline.sflc.in
May 25, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Woke up to a suspended social media account with zero explanation? Arbitrary account suspensions or content takedowns are direct violations of your freedom of speech.
Our team at SFLC.in is here to help you fight back.
Report here: rightsline.sflc.in
Our team at SFLC.in is here to help you fight back.
Report here: rightsline.sflc.in
From bans and cuts to cancelled screenings, these restrictions undermine artistic expression and free speech.
SFLC.in’s Free Speech Tracker is documenting instances of film censorship across India. If you have come across a case of film censorship, report it here: https://freespeech.sflc.in/
SFLC.in’s Free Speech Tracker is documenting instances of film censorship across India. If you have come across a case of film censorship, report it here: https://freespeech.sflc.in/
May 24, 2026 at 12:59 PM
From bans and cuts to cancelled screenings, these restrictions undermine artistic expression and free speech.
SFLC.in’s Free Speech Tracker is documenting instances of film censorship across India. If you have come across a case of film censorship, report it here: https://freespeech.sflc.in/
SFLC.in’s Free Speech Tracker is documenting instances of film censorship across India. If you have come across a case of film censorship, report it here: https://freespeech.sflc.in/
Defending digital rights requires a united front. ⚖️
SFLC.in is building a network of digital defenders to fight for your digital rights.
We need your support to grow this network. Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
#digitalrights
SFLC.in is building a network of digital defenders to fight for your digital rights.
We need your support to grow this network. Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
#digitalrights
May 23, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Defending digital rights requires a united front. ⚖️
SFLC.in is building a network of digital defenders to fight for your digital rights.
We need your support to grow this network. Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
#digitalrights
SFLC.in is building a network of digital defenders to fight for your digital rights.
We need your support to grow this network. Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
#digitalrights
We are #Hiring!
SFLC.in is looking for a creative and passionate Graphic Designer to join our team!
📅 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
📧 Send your Resume, Cover Letter, and Work Samples/Portfolio to [email protected]
Read the job description below. 👇
SFLC.in is looking for a creative and passionate Graphic Designer to join our team!
📅 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
📧 Send your Resume, Cover Letter, and Work Samples/Portfolio to [email protected]
Read the job description below. 👇
May 22, 2026 at 12:51 PM
We are #Hiring!
SFLC.in is looking for a creative and passionate Graphic Designer to join our team!
📅 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
📧 Send your Resume, Cover Letter, and Work Samples/Portfolio to [email protected]
Read the job description below. 👇
SFLC.in is looking for a creative and passionate Graphic Designer to join our team!
📅 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
📧 Send your Resume, Cover Letter, and Work Samples/Portfolio to [email protected]
Read the job description below. 👇
SFLC.in's Digital Security Training empowers individuals, organizations, journalists, lawyers, activists, and more with practical tools to navigate digital threats safely.
We need your support to keep our work going. You can support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
We need your support to keep our work going. You can support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
May 21, 2026 at 2:58 PM
SFLC.in's Digital Security Training empowers individuals, organizations, journalists, lawyers, activists, and more with practical tools to navigate digital threats safely.
We need your support to keep our work going. You can support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
We need your support to keep our work going. You can support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
Did you know that religious sensitivities and defamation claims are among the most commonly cited reasons for book bans in India?
Check out our Free Speech Tracker to explore which books were banned and why: freespeech.sflc.in/to-read-or-not
Check out our Free Speech Tracker to explore which books were banned and why: freespeech.sflc.in/to-read-or-not
May 21, 2026 at 6:53 AM
Did you know that religious sensitivities and defamation claims are among the most commonly cited reasons for book bans in India?
Check out our Free Speech Tracker to explore which books were banned and why: freespeech.sflc.in/to-read-or-not
Check out our Free Speech Tracker to explore which books were banned and why: freespeech.sflc.in/to-read-or-not
#KeepItOn #LetTheNetWork
At SFLC.in, we are fighting for your right to stay connected. We monitor shutdowns, document their impact, and challenge these disruptions.
Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
You can also contribute by reporting shutdowns internetshutdowns.in
At SFLC.in, we are fighting for your right to stay connected. We monitor shutdowns, document their impact, and challenge these disruptions.
Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
You can also contribute by reporting shutdowns internetshutdowns.in
May 20, 2026 at 10:05 AM
#KeepItOn #LetTheNetWork
At SFLC.in, we are fighting for your right to stay connected. We monitor shutdowns, document their impact, and challenge these disruptions.
Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
You can also contribute by reporting shutdowns internetshutdowns.in
At SFLC.in, we are fighting for your right to stay connected. We monitor shutdowns, document their impact, and challenge these disruptions.
Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
You can also contribute by reporting shutdowns internetshutdowns.in
Since 2010, SFLC.in has stood in the courtrooms, the policy rooms, and on the frontlines to defend your right to speak, to privacy, and to a free internet. None of it would have been possible without you.
Donate here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
Donate here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
May 19, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Since 2010, SFLC.in has stood in the courtrooms, the policy rooms, and on the frontlines to defend your right to speak, to privacy, and to a free internet. None of it would have been possible without you.
Donate here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
Donate here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
The first step to fighting censorship is knowing it exists. For this, SFLC.in's Free Speech Tracker is monitoring and documenting the complex landscape of book bans in India.
We need your support to keep tracking and preserving these cases. You can support by reporting here: freespeech.sflc.in
We need your support to keep tracking and preserving these cases. You can support by reporting here: freespeech.sflc.in
May 19, 2026 at 10:08 AM
The first step to fighting censorship is knowing it exists. For this, SFLC.in's Free Speech Tracker is monitoring and documenting the complex landscape of book bans in India.
We need your support to keep tracking and preserving these cases. You can support by reporting here: freespeech.sflc.in
We need your support to keep tracking and preserving these cases. You can support by reporting here: freespeech.sflc.in
As featured in The Quint, Mishi Choudhary and Kabir Darshan write about the slow death of Digital India’s democratic promise
Read the full article here: thequint.com/amp/story/op...
#Digitalindia #freespeech #censorship
Read the full article here: thequint.com/amp/story/op...
#Digitalindia #freespeech #censorship
May 19, 2026 at 6:50 AM
As featured in The Quint, Mishi Choudhary and Kabir Darshan write about the slow death of Digital India’s democratic promise
Read the full article here: thequint.com/amp/story/op...
#Digitalindia #freespeech #censorship
Read the full article here: thequint.com/amp/story/op...
#Digitalindia #freespeech #censorship
SFLC.in in the news this week! 🗞️
Mishi Choudhary and Prof. Eben Moglen make the case for why India and the Global South need open-source AI.
#FOSS #aigovernance
Mishi Choudhary and Prof. Eben Moglen make the case for why India and the Global South need open-source AI.
#FOSS #aigovernance
May 18, 2026 at 1:50 PM
SFLC.in in the news this week! 🗞️
Mishi Choudhary and Prof. Eben Moglen make the case for why India and the Global South need open-source AI.
#FOSS #aigovernance
Mishi Choudhary and Prof. Eben Moglen make the case for why India and the Global South need open-source AI.
#FOSS #aigovernance
Read our detailed assessment of the legality of internet shutdown orders in India: ddn.sflc.in/blog/assessi...
Report internet shutdowns here: internetshutdowns.in
#KeepItOn #internetshutdown #DigitalLifelines #WTISD
Report internet shutdowns here: internetshutdowns.in
#KeepItOn #internetshutdown #DigitalLifelines #WTISD
May 17, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Read our detailed assessment of the legality of internet shutdown orders in India: ddn.sflc.in/blog/assessi...
Report internet shutdowns here: internetshutdowns.in
#KeepItOn #internetshutdown #DigitalLifelines #WTISD
Report internet shutdowns here: internetshutdowns.in
#KeepItOn #internetshutdown #DigitalLifelines #WTISD
SFLC.in is continuously working to document, report, and challenge free speech violations in India. We need your support in documenting content takedowns. Report here: freespeech.sflc.in
Help us defend free speech!
#freespeech #censorship
Help us defend free speech!
#freespeech #censorship
May 16, 2026 at 11:13 AM
SFLC.in is continuously working to document, report, and challenge free speech violations in India. We need your support in documenting content takedowns. Report here: freespeech.sflc.in
Help us defend free speech!
#freespeech #censorship
Help us defend free speech!
#freespeech #censorship
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#India 🇮🇳 @sflcin.bsky.social warns that if passed, the draft amendments could result in "opaque and arbitrary executive actions and lead to unprecedented amounts of digital censorship of critical voices on online platforms."
India: Comments on the draft IT second amendment rules, 2026 - IFEX
SFLCin warns that if passed, the amendments could lead to unprecedented amounts of digital censorship of critical voices on online platforms.
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May 14, 2026 at 4:30 AM
#India 🇮🇳 @sflcin.bsky.social warns that if passed, the draft amendments could result in "opaque and arbitrary executive actions and lead to unprecedented amounts of digital censorship of critical voices on online platforms."
SFLC.in has consistently emphasized that transparency must be central to content moderation and that user rights cannot be an afterthought.
Know your rights. Report violations at RightsLine, a free 24/7 helpline for digital rights violations.
#contentblocking #freespeech
Know your rights. Report violations at RightsLine, a free 24/7 helpline for digital rights violations.
#contentblocking #freespeech
May 14, 2026 at 12:52 PM
SFLC.in has consistently emphasized that transparency must be central to content moderation and that user rights cannot be an afterthought.
Know your rights. Report violations at RightsLine, a free 24/7 helpline for digital rights violations.
#contentblocking #freespeech
Know your rights. Report violations at RightsLine, a free 24/7 helpline for digital rights violations.
#contentblocking #freespeech
#DDNBlogSeries
This blog by SFLC.in’s Digital Defenders Network member explains how Section 36 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishes the central government’s control over individuals’ personal data.
Scan the QR code to read more.#privacycy
This blog by SFLC.in’s Digital Defenders Network member explains how Section 36 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishes the central government’s control over individuals’ personal data.
Scan the QR code to read more.#privacycy
May 13, 2026 at 1:06 PM
#DDNBlogSeries
This blog by SFLC.in’s Digital Defenders Network member explains how Section 36 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishes the central government’s control over individuals’ personal data.
Scan the QR code to read more.#privacycy
This blog by SFLC.in’s Digital Defenders Network member explains how Section 36 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishes the central government’s control over individuals’ personal data.
Scan the QR code to read more.#privacycy
What remedies do users have when platforms wrongly restrict lawful speech?
As platforms increasingly depend on opaque automated systems, they must answer critical questions around transparency, accountability, and users’ rights.
#ITRules #Contentblocking
As platforms increasingly depend on opaque automated systems, they must answer critical questions around transparency, accountability, and users’ rights.
#ITRules #Contentblocking
May 11, 2026 at 3:50 PM
What remedies do users have when platforms wrongly restrict lawful speech?
As platforms increasingly depend on opaque automated systems, they must answer critical questions around transparency, accountability, and users’ rights.
#ITRules #Contentblocking
As platforms increasingly depend on opaque automated systems, they must answer critical questions around transparency, accountability, and users’ rights.
#ITRules #Contentblocking
Beginning of the End? 🛑
In March 2026, Instagram announced that it would no longer support end-to-end encrypted messaging after May 8, 2026.
Read more about these developments here: sflc.in/beginning-of...
#encryption #privacy
In March 2026, Instagram announced that it would no longer support end-to-end encrypted messaging after May 8, 2026.
Read more about these developments here: sflc.in/beginning-of...
#encryption #privacy
May 11, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Beginning of the End? 🛑
In March 2026, Instagram announced that it would no longer support end-to-end encrypted messaging after May 8, 2026.
Read more about these developments here: sflc.in/beginning-of...
#encryption #privacy
In March 2026, Instagram announced that it would no longer support end-to-end encrypted messaging after May 8, 2026.
Read more about these developments here: sflc.in/beginning-of...
#encryption #privacy
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#India 🇮🇳 @sflcin.bsky.social warns that the New Draft IT Rules could further restrict free speech by undermining privacy and concentrate power in the hands of the Executive with no democratic checks and safeguards.
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April 14, 2026 at 1:03 PM
#India 🇮🇳 @sflcin.bsky.social warns that the New Draft IT Rules could further restrict free speech by undermining privacy and concentrate power in the hands of the Executive with no democratic checks and safeguards.
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