Shashi Tharoor moves Delhi High Court against AI-generated deepfake videos

09 May,2026 10:37 AM IST |  New Delhi  |  Agencies

Justice Mini Pushkarna issued summons to social media platforms X and Meta Platforms as well as the Centre on the lawsuit, and indicated she would pass an interim order the MP’s favour.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. FILE PIC


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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday moved the Delhi High Court against the publication of AI-generated deepfake videos purportedly showing him praising Pakistan and making statements on such "politically sensitive" issues.

Justice Mini Pushkarna issued summons to social media platforms X and Meta Platforms as well as the Centre on the lawsuit, and indicated she would pass an interim order the MP's favour.

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