On December 2, 2025, a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology, led by BJP member Nishikant Dubey, recommended new steps to fight fake news. The committee asked the government to explore whether journalists or creators found guilty of publishing or broadcasting fake news should lose their accreditation. They said, "There is also a need to amend the penal provisions for publishing/telecasting fake news in relevant Acts/Rules/Guidelines for each form of media (print, electronic, digital)." The panel urged the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to work with all stakeholders to clearly define 'fake news' and include this definition in media regulations. They stressed the importance of balancing the fight against misinformation with protecting freedom of speech and individual rights. The committee also called for mandatory fact-checking systems and internal ombudsmen in all print, electronic, and digital media organisations. They stated, "Having a fact-checking mechanism and internal ombudsman in media organisations will go a long way in strengthening the role of self-regulatory mechanism and checking the menace of misinformation/fake news." These measures aim to strengthen the existing regulatory framework and build consensus among media bodies to tackle the growing problem of fake news effectively.