ANI vs. Wikipedia: Defamation Case

Key Points

• 1ANI has filed a defamation case against Wikipedia.
• 2The petition seeks Rs 2 crore in damages.
• 3The content on Wikipedia is alleged to be "palpably false" and defamatory.
• 4The suit aims to hold Wikipedia liable as an intermediary.
• 5ANI argues Wikipedia is a significant social media intermediary under the IT Act, 2000.
• 6The safe harbor clause under Section 79 of the IT Act is discussed.
• 7The court has sought a response from Wikipedia and listed the matter for August 20.