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Centre gives Telegram 15 days to curb Kannada film piracy
The Times of India··6 Jul
The Centre on July 5, 2026, issued a notice giving Telegram 15 days to stop movie piracy and OTT leaks affecting the Kannada film industry, Times of India reported. SIFPA and Union Minister Suresh Gopi backed the action after producers flagged rampant illegal uploads. Officials demanded stronger content takedown mechanisms and cooperation from the messaging platform.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Kannada film piracy on Telegram hurts box office and jobs.
- OTT leaks reduce legal viewing options for audiences.
- Platform compliance may affect how users share media content.
What's Happening
- Centre issued Telegram a 15-day piracy compliance notice.
- SIFPA and Suresh Gopi backed the action on July 5.
- Kannada producers flagged rampant illegal movie uploads.
Industry Context
- Piracy channels often spread camcorded and OTT rips.
- IT rules require intermediaries to act on infringement.
- Regional cinema faces heavy opening-weekend piracy losses.
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