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Tik Tok and 58 other Chinese apps banned by Centre citing security concerns

This decision comes in the light of the India-China stand off at Galwan valley, Ladakh

By NH Web Desk
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In an extraordinary move the Central Government on Monday blocked 59 Chinese apps, including Tik Tok, ShareIt, UC Browser.

The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology invoked powers under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000 to block these apps, citing threat to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order.

Published: 29 Jun 2020, 9:07 PM IST

This decision comes in the light of the India-China stand off at Galwan valley, Ladakh.

Here is a list of the banned apps:

Published: 29 Jun 2020, 9:07 PM IST

Also read:India-China bye bye?  

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Published: 29 Jun 2020, 9:07 PM IST

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