Delhi Police Probe Rashmika Mandanna Deepfake Video, Launch Forgery Investigation
In a recent development, the Delhi Police Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) unit have officially initiated an investigation into an alleged deepfake video featuring popular actress Rashmika Mandanna. The video, circulating online, portrays Mandanna’s face morphed onto that of a British Indian woman in the original footage.
Case Lodged for Forgery
The IFSO unit has filed a First Information Report (FIR) under Sections 465 (Punishment for forgery) and 469 (Forgery for the purpose of harming reputation) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Additionally, Sections 66 and 66E of the Information Technology (IT) Act have been invoked. This move comes as the police delve into the complex world of artificial intelligence-generated content, marking a case of forgery concerning the video in question.
Senior Officers Determine Original Source
Senior officers associated with the case have conveyed that their immediate focus lies in ascertaining the original source of the controversial deepfake video. The intricacies of tracking down the origin of manipulated content pose a significant challenge for the investigators.
Delhi Police Action Triggered by Delhi Commission of Women
This investigative action from the Delhi Police follows a notice issued by the Delhi Commission of Women, urging the police to take cognizance of the video. The involvement of law enforcement indicates the gravity of the situation and the potential legal consequences for those responsible for creating and circulating the deepfake content.
The Delhi Police’s move underlines the increasing need for legal frameworks to address emerging challenges related to the misuse of technology, particularly in the realm of deepfakes. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how authorities will navigate this evolving landscape of digital deception.
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