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X blocks 8,000 accounts in India under government order
X (formerly Twitter) has begun blocking over 8,000 accounts in India following government orders, including accounts of global media and prominent users. The company disagrees with the move, calling it censorship, but is complying to avoid penalties. X urged affected users to seek legal help and explore court relief.
Social media platform X has begun blocking over 8,000 accounts in India following executive orders from the Indian government, according to the company. X has urged affected users to seek judicial relief independently.This development marks yet another instance of social media platforms clashing with Indian authorities over content moderation and censorship. The ongoing tussle highlights the challenges faced by global tech firms in navigating the country’s increasingly stringent digital regulations.
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