Bombay High Court: WhatsApp, Social Media Platforms Must Act Promptly Against Misleading Content

Recently, the Hon’ble High Court of Bombay in DBS Bank India Limited v. John Doe and Ors. cracked down on WhatsApp, holding that social media platforms must act quickly against misleading content. and that they can’t wait for court orders in cases where the innocent public can be misled. This article discusses the legal nuances and practical implications of this judgment.

By MetaBoard Editorial Team
16 May 2026
15 min
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