'Follow law of land': Centre to X after Musk's new rule on govt censorship requests

'Follow law of land': Centre to X after Musk announces greater visibility on govt censorship TOI News Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Aug 17, 2026, 22:57 IST Comments Share AA Text Size Small Medium Large NEW DELHI: Centre on Monday said that Elon Musk-owned X will have to "follow the law of the land" after the social media platform introduced a new rule to make government-driven restrictions on content more visible to users."X will have to follow the law of the land," the officer told news agency PTI.In a post on social media platform X, Musk said that any censorship required by governments is now clearly visible, signalling the platform's intention to provide users with greater insight into actions taken at the request of government authorities. "Any censorship required by governments is now clearly visible," Musk said.Under the proposed changes, X users will be able to see when governments seek the removal of posts or request restrictions on accounts.The platform also plans to disclose details about the agencies making such requests and, where available, the legal grounds or justification cited for the action.The move is part of Musk's wider push to make the platform's moderation and content-distribution systems more transparent.Since acquiring X, formerly known as Twitter, Musk has repeatedly argued that users should have greater visibility into how online content is moderated and ranked. The TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most."