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CCPA Draft Guidelines - Prevention And Regulation Of Pesky, Promotional And Unsolicited Commercial Communications, 2026
Pesky, promotional and unsolicited commercial communications can be intrusive and disruptive for consumers, particularly when received without their consent. They can result in consumers being constantly exposed to unwanted commercial messages, making it harder to distinguish important communications from promotional content. In some cases, such communications may also encourage unwanted purchases or expose consumers to potential fraud and other risks. In view thereof, Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has proposed a draft of the Guidelines for Prevention and Regulation of Pesky, Promotional and Unsolicited Commercial Communications, 2026 (Draft Guidelines).
India Media & IT
KC
Khaitan & Co LLP
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Is Meta Still Just An Intermediary? Why India Is Rethinking Safe Harbour
In mid-September 2026, government sources said Meta Platforms’ Indian operations, Facebook, Instagram and Threads, should no longer be viewed merely as an “internet intermediary” but should also be treated as a “service provider,” arguing that the company’s monetised algorithms actively decide what content gets amplified, distributed and shown to whom. That is a government position, not a new statutory classification, and this article returns to that distinction below.
India Media & IT
SR
S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates
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TRAI Tightens The Screws On Spam: New Rules Target Robocalls, Rogue Senders And Weak Enforcement
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has published the Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2026 in the Gazette of India. The amendment brings tougher rules, a revised tariff and more advanced monitoring to curb unsolicited commercial communications, including spam calls, robocalls and unauthorized messaging across Indian telecom networks.
India Media & IT
IL
IndiaLaw LLP
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The Micro, Small And Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2026: Key Changes To The Regulatory Framework
The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (MSME Act, 2006) was enacted to facilitate the promotion and development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). MSMEs play a critical role in driving economic growth, generating employment, fostering innovation, and contributing significantly to India’s GDP and exports. They continue to serve as a vital pillar of the Indian economy. Over the years, the MSME sector has evolved significantly, driven by technological advancements, the emergence of information technology-enabled systems, and changes in the regulatory landscape.
India Litigation
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Clasis Law
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Is Meta Still Just An Intermediary? Why India Is Rethinking Safe Harbour
In mid-September 2026, government sources said Meta Platforms’ Indian operations, Facebook, Instagram and Threads, should no longer be viewed merely as an “internet intermediary” but should also be treated as a “service provider,” arguing that the company’s monetised algorithms actively decide what content gets amplified, distributed and shown to whom. That is a government position, not a new statutory classification, and this article returns to that distinction below.
India Media & IT
SR
S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates
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Telecoms, Mobile & Cable Communications

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CCPA Draft Guidelines - Prevention And Regulation Of Pesky, Promotional And Unsolicited Commercial Communications, 2026
Pesky, promotional and unsolicited commercial communications can be intrusive and disruptive for consumers, particularly when received without their consent. They can result in consumers being constantly exposed to unwanted commercial messages, making it harder to distinguish important communications from promotional content. In some cases, such communications may also encourage unwanted purchases or expose consumers to potential fraud and other risks. In view thereof, Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has proposed a draft of the Guidelines for Prevention and Regulation of Pesky, Promotional and Unsolicited Commercial Communications, 2026 (Draft Guidelines).
India Media & IT
KC
Khaitan & Co LLP
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The Delhi High Court’s New Anti-Piracy Balance -Dynamic Injunctions Against Rogue Streaming Sites And Chasing Pirates That Keep Changing Masks
In Home Box Office Inc & Ors. v. Streamzy.to & Ors. (CS(COMM) 740/2026, 2026:DHC:5967; order dated 27 July 2026), Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani granted an ad-interim injunction against a cluster of rogue streaming websites and, more significantly, refined the mechanism by which such injunctions are extended to the mirror, redirect and alphanumeric sites that predictably follow. The order’s contribution lies in a single, disciplined distinction: between the technical verification that an intermediary may perform, and the adjudicatory determination that belongs to the court alone.
India Litigation
SR
S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates
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TRAI Tightens The Screws On Spam: New Rules Target Robocalls, Rogue Senders And Weak Enforcement
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has published the Telecom Commercial Communications Customer Preference (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2026 in the Gazette of India. The amendment brings tougher rules, a revised tariff and more advanced monitoring to curb unsolicited commercial communications, including spam calls, robocalls and unauthorized messaging across Indian telecom networks.
India Media & IT
IL
IndiaLaw LLP
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Media & Entertainment Law

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Delhi High Court Refers Conflicting Territorial Jurisdiction Jurisprudence To A Larger Bench
In a comparative advertising dispute between Hindustan Unilever Limited (“HUL” or the “Plaintiff”) and Kwick Living (I) Private Limited (“Kwick Living” or the “Defendant”), a single Judge of the Delhi high court, vide order dated 25 August 2026, referred to a large bench the question of territorial jurisdiction in IP suits, due to multiple, conflicting precedents on when a court can entertain a case on the ground of website accessibility only.
India IP
SR
S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates
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Evolving Space For Dynamic Injunction In The Realm Of Growing Infringement In Digital Era
The internet is the most dynamic tool of the 21st century, with a myriad of applications that have drastically increased the flow of information across the globe. It has become the epicenter of human existence and a catalyst for development to an unprecedented extent. While its convenient and borderless nature has enhanced global connectivity, it has simultaneously given rise to modern-day quandaries.
India Media & IT
ML
MZM Legal
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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

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Delhi High Court Upholds CCI’s Power To Implead Builders’ Association Of India In Alleged Cement Cartelisation Proceedings
The Delhi High Court, by its judgment dated 8 September 2026, dismissed the appeal filed by UltraTech Cement Limited (UltraTech) challenging the order of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) impleading the Builders’ Association of India (BAI) to participate in proceedings initiated by the CCI against cement manufacturers under Section 26(1) of the Competition Act, 2002 (Act).
India Anti-trust
PL
Phoenix Legal
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Delhi High Court Refers Conflicting Territorial Jurisdiction Jurisprudence To A Larger Bench
In a comparative advertising dispute between Hindustan Unilever Limited (“HUL” or the “Plaintiff”) and Kwick Living (I) Private Limited (“Kwick Living” or the “Defendant”), a single Judge of the Delhi high court, vide order dated 25 August 2026, referred to a large bench the question of territorial jurisdiction in IP suits, due to multiple, conflicting precedents on when a court can entertain a case on the ground of website accessibility only.
India IP
SR
S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates
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