Believing "News Will Find Me" Is Linked to Sharing Fake News, Study Finds

Believing "news will find me" is linked to sharing fake news, study finds

People who rely on social media to “stumble upon” news are more prone to spreading misinformation, according to a new longitudinal study.

Karnataka Govt Proposes Law to Tackle Fake News, Misinformation

The proposed law grants the state government the power to “ensure a complete prohibition on fake news on social media platforms.”

Karnataka proposes strict bill to curb fake news. Key details

Karnataka has introduced a new bill to tackle fake news and misinformation on social media. The law proposes strict penalties and a regulatory authority to ensure authentic content and accountability.

Karnataka To Introduce Strict Law Against Fake News: Up to 7 Years Jail, INR 10 Lakh Fine for Offenders; Bill Also Targets Content Insulting Women, Sanatan Beliefs | 📰 LatestLY

In a landmark step to curb digital misinformation, the Karnataka government will table the Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025. The draft law proposes up to seven years in jail and INR 10 lakh fine for spreading fake news on social media, aiming to protect public harmony and democratic integrity. 📰 Karnataka To Introduce Strict Law Against Fake News: Up to 7 Years Jail, INR 10 Lakh Fine for Offenders; Bill Also Targets Content…

Karnataka Bill cracks down on fake news with Rs 10 lakh fine and up to 7-year jail term

The bill includes simple imprisonment of up to two years and a daily fine of Rs 25,000, capped at a total of Rs 25 lakh.

Karnataka proposes stringent law to combat fake news and misinformation on social media. ‘7 year jail term and…’

The Karnataka government plans to introduce the Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News Bill, 2025, imposing severe penalties for sharing false information.