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MeitY asks Meta to review Facebook, Instagram algorithms amid concerns over content amplification
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Fusion42 · 19 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has requested Meta to review and adjust Facebook and Instagram algorithms to reduce amplification of misleading content and promote credible diverse information. The ministry demands immediate implementation and greater scrutiny on viral or potentially disruptive content.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Social & Community, and 13 sources have reported it between 8 Oct 2026 and 20 Oct 2026.
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You now face tighter government control over your social platform's algorithms in India, forcing faster fixes on content spread and messaging diversity. Start reviewing your content filter tech for regulatory compliance and risk mitigation this week.
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13 sources · first reported 8 Oct 2026 · latest 20 Oct 2026
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