How to Remove a Fake News Article
in Pune
A legal step-by-step guide for Pune residents and businesses. Fake news articles that rank on name searches cause long-term damage. Legal notices to editors personally create urgency that editorial complaints processes do not.
Legal process in Pune.
Archive the article: save full URL, page archive, and metadata before the publisher may edit it.
Identify the publisher: determine if they are an Indian registered intermediary or media entity subject to IT Act and Press Council.
Defamation notice to editor: IPC 499/500 criminal defamation notice to the editor personally — creates personal criminal liability.
IT Act Section 79 notice: compels the publication platform to take down the article within 36-72 hours.
Google Search Console de-indexing: once removed, permanent removal from search results filed through Google's legal team.
Fake news articles that rank on name searches cause long-term damage. Legal notices to editors personally create urgency that editorial complaints processes do not.
How long does it take to remove fake news article in Pune?+
Most cases in Pune are resolved within 7–30 days via IT Act 2000 platform notices. Where Bombay High Court intervention is required, the timeline is 21–45 days. Emergency cases are handled on a 24-hour escalation track. RepuLex confirms all removals in writing before closing the case.
Can RepuLex help remove fake news article for Pune clients?+
Yes. RepuLex handles remove fake news article for clients across Maharashtra and all Indian cities. IT Act 2000 notices have national jurisdiction — legal action initiated in Pune is effective regardless of where the platform is hosted. Bombay High Court filings are available for Maharashtra-specific proceedings.
What does it cost to remove fake news article in Pune?+
RepuLex charges a fixed one-time fee: ₹99,999 per URL permanently removed. Package pricing: Starter Shield (3 URLs) at ₹1,49,999 and Business Clear (10 URLs) at ₹3,99,999. A free case assessment is provided before any commitment. No monthly retainers.
Need help? RepuLex handles it for you in Pune.
Free assessment · Fixed fee · Bombay High Court jurisdiction · Written confirmation