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

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NH Web Desk

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.

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

Here is a list of the banned apps:


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

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Published: 29 Jun 2020, 9:07 PM