The search for an intermediary or a middleman is easy in today’s world. We’re surrounded by them. Various intermediaries operate as media companies, who, unlike the actual media companies, are not bound by or governed by a framework of legalities. Cyber law firms in India are to abide by the definition provided under the Indian Information Technology Act, 2000, which essentially considers web hosting service providers network service providers search engines online auction sites telecom service providers, etc. as intermediaries. According to the same act, under section 79, intermediaries must comply with certain requirements, so as to not be held accountable for making any third party information or data available. Here’s what they must do: It shall be considered to be an unlawful act on the part of the intermediary if they were to conspire or aid in the commission of any sort of a foul act or an offence. Due diligence should be carried out as it d