‘Deeply concerned’ over India press censorship, says X as accounts blocked
Summary
The social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, has expressed concern over press censorship in India. The Indian government reportedly asked X to block over 2,300 accounts, including those of the Reuters news agency, under a law that allows content removal. The orders were later contested, and many of the accounts were restored.Key Facts
- X, a social media platform, was ordered by the Indian government to block 2,355 accounts on July 3, 2025.
- The government's order included blocking news outlets like Reuters under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act.
- Section 69A allows the government to demand social media platforms remove content for reasons such as national security.
- X restored the Reuters News account in India after claiming the government asked for it to be suspended.
- The Indian government denied issuing new orders to block major international news channels.
- X claims non-compliance with the block order could lead to criminal liability.
- India’s government frequently requests the removal of social media content and ranks high globally for such requests.
- India's IT law originated in 2000 and is used to address content that violates local laws.
- X, previously Twitter, is engaged in legal challenges against the Indian government over expanded takedown authority.
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