digital impersonation
Three Congress Leaders Arrested for Circulating AI Deepfake Video of Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Nov 28, 2025 11:31 pm CST
Assam Police's CID has arrested three Congress leaders for sharing an AI-generated deepfake video of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma styled after the quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati. The accused face multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act for digital impersonation and spreading misinformation, highlighting the growing concern of AI-manipulated political content in India.
Telugu Actor Chiranjeevi Files Legal Case Against AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Containing Obscene Content
Oct 28, 2025 01:04 am CST
Police in Hyderabad have registered a case following Telugu actor Chiranjeevi's complaint about AI-generated deepfake videos misusing his image in obscene content. The case, filed under IT Act and other relevant laws, targets websites distributing these fabricated videos that damage the veteran actor's reputation. A court has already issued interim orders protecting Chiranjeevi's identity from unauthorized use.
Supreme Court Directs CBI to Lead Investigation into Cross-Border Digital Arrest Scams
Oct 27, 2025 04:18 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has indicated plans to task the CBI with investigating the growing epidemic of 'digital arrest' scams, where criminals impersonate government officials to defraud victims of their savings. Following revelations of international connections to these operations in Thailand and Myanmar, the Court emphasized the need for a unified investigative approach across India, with potential international cooperation through Interpol to combat these sophisticated cyber fraud operations.