The controversy centers on a series of tweets posted by Ayyub between 2013 and 2017, which the government claims are derogatory and inflammatory towards Hindu deities and historical figure Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The tweets have drawn significant backlash, prompting the government to act.

In a recent development, the Union government indicated that X Corp, the parent company of the platform where Ayyub’s tweets reside, may lose its safe harbor protection in India. This protection, under Section 79 of the IT Act, allows intermediaries to avoid liability for user-generated content, provided they comply with due diligence requirements.

The government has filed an affidavit asserting that X’s inaction in removing the tweets constitutes non-compliance with these requirements. The Delhi Police have also issued judicial orders and statutory notices to X Corp, further complicating the situation.

According to the Union government, “The police notices and trial court order constitute ‘actual knowledge’ under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, triggering a statutory obligation on X to act expeditiously and remove such unlawful content.” This places additional pressure on X Corp to respond swiftly.

The tweets in question have been described as communally sensitive, raising concerns about their potential to incite unrest. The government initiated proceedings under the Information Technology (Procedure and Safeguards for Blocking for Access of Information by Public) Rules, 2009, to address the issue.

As the situation unfolds, the Delhi High Court has been informed that the police have requested action under Section 69A of the IT Act to block access to the tweets. This legal maneuver highlights the seriousness with which the government is treating the matter.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the next steps for both Rana Ayyub and X Corp as they navigate this complex legal landscape. The outcome could have significant implications for freedom of expression and the responsibilities of social media platforms in India.

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In a significant development, Assam Police searched the residence of Congress leader Pawan Khera in New Delhi on April 7, 2026. Khera was not present during the search, which reportedly uncovered incriminating material, although specific details have not been disclosed.

The search follows an FIR filed against Khera by Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, who alleges conspiracy and fraud, citing violations of sections 420 and 468 of the Indian Penal Code. Sarma claims that Khera fled to Hyderabad after the police action, intensifying the political drama.

As the Assam Assembly elections approach on April 9, 2026, the controversy surrounding Khera has escalated. Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Assam Chief Minister, has accused Khera of evading law enforcement, stating, “He ran away from Guwahati yesterday.” Khera, in turn, has alleged that Sarma’s wife holds three foreign passports, a claim that Sarma vehemently denies.

Riniki Bhuyan Sarma responded to the allegations, stating, “No. How can I have three passports?” Meanwhile, Sarma asserted that a passport cited by Khera has been confirmed as fake by a Dubai government website.

The Congress party has condemned the police actions, with senior leader Jairam Ramesh declaring, “This is not due process but instead a witch hunt, a bully using state machinery to muzzle and silence the voice of the Opposition that is exposing his many black deeds.” This statement underscores the growing tensions between the Congress party and the ruling government in Assam.

As the situation unfolds, the Assam Police have registered the case at the Crime Branch Police Station in Guwahati, further complicating the political landscape ahead of the elections. The controversy involves serious allegations of foreign assets and passports, which could have significant implications for the upcoming electoral battle.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the nature of the incriminating material found during the search, leaving many questions unanswered as the political stakes rise.

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