Penetration of the internet into our lives has given rise to a wealth of issues in the online space. Fake news being one such problem where different nations are finding it difficult to identify, track, and control the content which is circulating on the internet. Striking a balance between monitoring fake news and allowing free expression have become as close as two coats of paint. For instance, the Union Government of India in a recent move has announced the creation a ‘fact-check’ body to flag fake news pertaining to the government. This article aims to identify the issues and challenges around the complexity of fake news, ways to navigate the obstacles, and possible solutions to look at.