← 22 October 2026 edition
Edtech

Karnataka says social media ban is Centre’s domain; Education dept to seek Centre’s advice

Karnataka says social media ban is Centre’s domain; Education dept to seek Centre’s advice

Karnataka says a social media ban for children falls under the Centre's domain, and its Education department will seek the Centre's advice on restricting children's access. The move comes even as the Supreme Court has raised concerns about blanket bans and age-based limits. The state's position leaves the regulatory path on youth social media access unsettled for now.

Source: MediaNama ↗

✉️ Daily Brief
Get this brief in your inbox — free

Top Indian tech and product stories every morning at 09:15 IST. Every number sourced and dated.

or
Subscribe with Google