Here are alternatives to 59 banned Chinese apps on Android, iOS you can safely use
4 years, 6 months ago

Here are alternatives to 59 banned Chinese apps on Android, iOS you can safely use

India TV News  

India banned 59 Chinese apps in the country since the apps posed a threat to the security and privacy of the users in India. Banned browser app: UC Browser, CM Browers, DU Browser, APUS Browser Alternative apps: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Jio Browser 5. Banned video calling apps: Mi Video Call – Xiaomi Alternative apps: Google Duo, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger 20. Banned cache cleaner apps: Cache Cleaner DU App studio, DU Cleaner, Clean Master – Cheetah Mobile Alternative apps: CCleaner, Norton Clean 25. Banned app launcher apps: QQ Launcher Alternative apps: Microsoft Launcher For those who don't know, the 59 Chinese apps have been banned due to security and privacy reasons.

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US House passes bill that can force China's ByteDance to either sell TikTok or get banned
9 months, 4 weeks ago

US House passes bill that can force China's ByteDance to either sell TikTok or get banned

Op India  

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that can force the Chinese company ByteDance, the owner of the short video app TikTok, to either sell TikTok to a US-based company or get banned in the country. The US House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill that would give TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance about six months to divest the …

Apple’s App Store may become illegal in China soon after CCP's forces tech cos to submit information
1 year, 3 months ago

Apple’s App Store may become illegal in China soon after CCP's forces tech cos to submit information

Firstpost  

China has asked all tech companies operating in China to submit a whole bunch of documents and information regarding their app stores. Because of this, Apple’s App Store may become illegal China has released its first list of 26 mobile app stores that have provided their business details to regulators, but notably, Apple’s app store is absent from the list. …

Apple removes 1,474 apps in 2022, THESE many from India
1 year, 7 months ago

Apple removes 1,474 apps in 2022, THESE many from India

India TV News  

Apple removed 1,474 apps from its App Store as per requests from various governments to take down such apps in 2022, including a massive 1,435 from mainland China and just 14 from India. According to the company's '2022 App Store Transparency Report', the Pakistan government requested to take down 10 apps while Russia asked to remove seven apps for violating …

China appeals for fair treatment after latest TikTok bans
1 year, 9 months ago

China appeals for fair treatment after latest TikTok bans

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China appealed Friday to other governments to treat its companies fairly after Britain and New Zealand joined the United States in restricting use of TikTok due to fears the Chinese-owned short video service might be a security risk. Governments are worried TikTok’s owner, ByteDance, might give browsing history or other data about users to China’s government or promote …

‘Creative Imagination’: Govt Denies Report on New Security Testing for Smartphones
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Creative Imagination’: Govt Denies Report on New Security Testing for Smartphones

News 18  

The Central government has denied a news report by Reuters stating that it is likely to force smartphones makers to permit the removal of pre-installed applications and mandate screening of major operating system updates under proposed new security rules, calling it “unfettered creative imagination”. “Story is based on lack of understanding perhaps n unfettered creative imagination that is based an …

India plans new security testing for smartphones, crackdown on pre-installed apps
1 year, 9 months ago

India plans new security testing for smartphones, crackdown on pre-installed apps

The Hindu  

India plans to force smartphone makers to allow removal of pre-installed apps and mandate screening of major operating system updates under proposed new security rules, according to two people and a government document seen by Reuters. The new rules, details of which have not been previously reported, could extend launch timelines in the world's No.2 smartphone market and lead to …

India May Ask Smartphone Makers to Allow Removal of Pre-installed Apps, Says Report
1 year, 9 months ago

India May Ask Smartphone Makers to Allow Removal of Pre-installed Apps, Says Report

News 18  

The Central government is likely to force the makers of smartphones to permit the removal of pre-installed applications and mandate screening of major operating system updates under proposed new security rules, as per Reuters. It is a matter of national security.” The new rules is likely to extend launch timelines in the world’s No.2 smartphone market and lead to losses …

India may have a ‘bad’ news for Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, and smartphone makers
1 year, 9 months ago

India may have a ‘bad’ news for Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, and smartphone makers

Live Mint  

The Indian government may soon force smartphone makers to allow users to remove pre-installed apps, a Reuters report says. Citing two people and government document seen by Reuters, the report says that India may soon propose new security rules, mandating screening of major operating system updates. The report says that the India's IT ministry is considering these new rules amid …

Chinese apps were banned because…: Foreign Secretary explains
1 year, 10 months ago

Chinese apps were banned because…: Foreign Secretary explains

Hindustan Times  

Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Saturday said that the Chinese applications were banned in India to stop the spread of misinformation, the spread of disinformation, and fake information. Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra "To answer your question on what's the interface that government has, to balance the availability of information, availability of misinformation, the spread of disinformation and fake information, …

'Tiki, Helo, ShareKaro': Experts Concern About Banned Chinese Apps Returning to India in New Forms
1 year, 10 months ago

'Tiki, Helo, ShareKaro': Experts Concern About Banned Chinese Apps Returning to India in New Forms

News 18  

In 2020, following the Galwan Valley clash, the government had banned 59 Chinese apps, including popular ones like TikTok, WeChat, and ShareIt, to protect the privacy of its citizens. In response, Tiki denied any association with China or any Chinese apps or companies and said their servers and user data are strictly based in India. ShareKaro, Helo, and Resso are …

Centre to ban 138 betting, 94 loan apps with Chinese links
1 year, 11 months ago

Centre to ban 138 betting, 94 loan apps with Chinese links

India Today  

In a big development, the Centre has taken a decision to ban and block 138 betting apps and 94 loan-lending apps with Chinese links on an “urgent” and “emergency” basis. Several states as well as central intelligence agencies had then asked the Union Home Ministry to take action against these apps, sources said The MHA, based on these inputs, started …

‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ More Popular? 6 in 10 Indians Shed Habit of Purchasing Made-in-China Items
2 years ago

‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ More Popular? 6 in 10 Indians Shed Habit of Purchasing Made-in-China Items

News 18  

Six out of 10 Indians reduced their ‘Made in China’ purchases this year, given the geopolitical situation. In response, 58 percent Indians said they had reduced their Chinese purchases due to the current geopolitical situation between the two countries; 26 percent said they found Indian alternatives to be better in terms of price, quality, and customer service; 11 percent opted …

Full list of Chinese apps banned in India so far: PUBG Mobile, Garena Free Fire, TikTok and hundreds more
2 years, 4 months ago

Full list of Chinese apps banned in India so far: PUBG Mobile, Garena Free Fire, TikTok and hundreds more

India Today  

In the last few years, the government of India has ordered to ban around 250 Chinese apps citing them to be “prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of the state and public order”. Ban on popular mobile games like PUBG Mobile and Garena Free Fire shocked not only the players but also the Esports …

VLC Media Player Banned in India; Fresh Downloads, Website Non-Functional
2 years, 4 months ago

VLC Media Player Banned in India; Fresh Downloads, Website Non-Functional

The Quint  

As per reports, VLC media player has been banned as it was being used by Cicada, a China-backed hacking group, for causing cyberattacks by deploying malicious code on target systems. These attacks are reportedly part of larger cyberattack campaign, aimed at targeting government-related institutions or NGOs, some of whom work in the areas of education and religion. In February this …

India not planning to ban Chinese smartphones priced at less than ₹12k: Report
2 years, 5 months ago

India not planning to ban Chinese smartphones priced at less than ₹12k: Report

Hindustan Times  

Amid speculations that the Union government is planning to ban Chinese firms from selling in India smartphones that cost less than ₹12,000, top government officials, responding to reports in this regard, have said that the Centre, in fact, has no plan to restrict companies from the neighbouring country from the entry-level smartphone market. Companies from the world's second-largest economy dominate …

The China link: How an intel agency's report, letter from MHA triggered ban on popular game BGMI
2 years, 5 months ago

The China link: How an intel agency's report, letter from MHA triggered ban on popular game BGMI

Firstpost  

Developer Krafton has said it is working to bring the game back. “The analysis also showed that this application has malicious code and also acquires a host of critical permissions, which could be misused for compromising user data for surveillance through camera/microphone, location tracking, and malicious network activities,” a senior government official told News18 on the condition of anonymity. “On …

The China Link: How An Intel Agency's Report, Letter from MHA Triggered Ban on Popular Game BGMI
2 years, 5 months ago

The China Link: How An Intel Agency's Report, Letter from MHA Triggered Ban on Popular Game BGMI

News 18  

It was a report by a central intelligence agency and communication from the Ministry of Home Affairs to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology that triggered a ban on popular battle royale game Battlegrounds Mobile India. WATCH VIDEO: BGMI Ban REAL Reason: Govt Officials Say It’s A BIG Cyber Threat To India According to a senior government official, the …

Govt urged to block Chinese app BGMI-PUBG in the interest of security
2 years, 10 months ago

Govt urged to block Chinese app BGMI-PUBG in the interest of security

India TV News  

PRAHAR, an NGO has urged the government to block the Chinese gaming app BGMI-PUBG and add it to the list of 54 Chinese apps banned on February 14, 2022 saying its omission in the list is a "clear lapse in judgement on part of the Government". Ashwani Mahajan, National Co-Convener, Swadeshi Jagaran Manch said, "We congratulate the Government on their …

China asks India ‘to improve business environment’ after apps ban, tax probes
2 years, 10 months ago

China asks India ‘to improve business environment’ after apps ban, tax probes

The Hindu  

China’s Ministry of Commerce on Thursday asked India “to improve its business environment” and to ensure “non-discriminatory” treatment of its firms, in the wake of a new ban on Chinese apps and recent tax probes on Chinese telecom and mobile firms. On Thursday, Chinese Commerce Ministry spokesman Gao Feng said “relevant Indian authorities have taken a series of measures to …

The app ban is a good first step
2 years, 10 months ago

The app ban is a good first step

Hindustan Times  

India expanded a ban on mobile software by Chinese-origin developers and investors, adding 54 apps that government officials privately listed out to reporters this week. These apps, government officials said on Monday, “were allegedly engaged in activities prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of the country also posing serious threat to security of the state and defense of India”. Last …

Garena Free Fire Ban: Not Just India, Why Free Fire May Get Banned In Other Countries Too
2 years, 10 months ago

Garena Free Fire Ban: Not Just India, Why Free Fire May Get Banned In Other Countries Too

News 18  

Popular battle royale game Garena Free Fire was banned in India among the 54 ‘Chinese’ apps that were banned on Monday, February 14. Krafton, maker of PUBG Mobile and Battlegrounds Mobile India had last month sued Garena Free Fire makers for copying PUBG Mobile. Krafton had also roped in Apple in its lawsuit for listing Garena Free Fire and Free …

Garena Free Fire Ban: This Is What Garena Has To Say After Government Banned The Game In India
2 years, 10 months ago

Garena Free Fire Ban: This Is What Garena Has To Say After Government Banned The Game In India

News 18  

Garena Fire Fire came in the firing line of the Indian Government on Monday, after the game was part of a broad list of 54 ‘Chinese apps’ that were ordered to be removed from Google Play Store and Apple App Store. “We are aware that Free Fire is currently unavailable in the Google Play and iOS app stores in India …

News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi Promises ‘Nava Punjab’ At Jalandhar Rally; Full List Of 54 Banned Chinese Apps In India and Other Stories
2 years, 10 months ago

News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi Promises ‘Nava Punjab’ At Jalandhar Rally; Full List Of 54 Banned Chinese Apps In India and Other Stories

News 18  

Punjab Elections 2022 LIVE Updates: PM Modi Promises ‘Nava Punjab’ At Jalandhar Rally, Slams Congress for Running ‘Remote Control’ Govt Addressing a rally in Jalandhar, Punjab, ahead of the assembly polls on February 20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to build a ‘Nava Punjab’ and said that the next five years will be a step towards fulfilling that dream. Hijab …

Full List Of 54 Banned Chinese Apps In India: Garena Free Fire- Illuminate, Tencent Xriver And More
2 years, 10 months ago

Full List Of 54 Banned Chinese Apps In India: Garena Free Fire- Illuminate, Tencent Xriver And More

News 18  

The Union government has decided to ban 54 China-specific apps in India owing to a national “security threat." According to news agency PTI, the Ministry of Home Affairs has recommended a ban on 54 Chinese mobile applications that pose a threat to the country’s security. Note that Garena Free Fire is not a typical ‘Chinese app’ as it is developed …

MHA recommends ban on 54 Chinese apps citing security concerns
2 years, 10 months ago

MHA recommends ban on 54 Chinese apps citing security concerns

The Hindu  

The Centre on Monday banned over 50 new Chinese mobile applications, including Rise of Kingdoms: Lost Crusade, Tencent Xriver, Nice Video baidu and Viva Video Editor, due to concerns related to privacy and national security. The list of banned mobile apps include Beauty Camera: Sweet Selfie HD, Beauty Camera - Selfie Camera, Garena Free Fire – Illuminate, Astracraft, FancyU pro, …

Govt Imposes 5th Major Ban on Chinese Apps In India: What Happened So Far
2 years, 10 months ago

Govt Imposes 5th Major Ban on Chinese Apps In India: What Happened So Far

News 18  

The Union government has banned a new set of China-origin apps in India as they pose threat to the country’s “national security." Following that, the government executed another ban of 47 apps in July 2020 that included clone apps such as TikTok Lite, Helo Lite, ShareIt Lite, Bigo Lite and VFY. Perhaps the next ban on Chinese apps was the …

India To Ban 54 More Chinese Apps Including Viva Video Editor & AppLock Citing Threat To Security: Report
2 years, 10 months ago

India To Ban 54 More Chinese Apps Including Viva Video Editor & AppLock Citing Threat To Security: Report

ABP News  

New Delhi: Centre will further ban 54 more Chinese apps that allegedly pose a threat to India’s security. “Government of India to ban 54 Chinese apps that pose a threat to India's security," the sources informed news agency ANI. The major apps that are included in the list of apps to be banned are — Beauty Camera: Sweet Selfie HD, …

Govt Bans 54 More Chinese Apps Posing 'Threat to India’s Security' Amid Border Row
2 years, 10 months ago

Govt Bans 54 More Chinese Apps Posing 'Threat to India’s Security' Amid Border Row

News 18  

The government has decided to ban 54 additional apps of Chinese origin highlighting that these apps pose a “threat to India’s security" as the border tension continue. Apart from Garena Free Fire- Illuminate, the new list of banned apps is said to mostly include clones of apps that were already banned in India since 2020. The 54 Chinese apps include …

Govt bans 54 Chinese apps over security threat concerns
2 years, 10 months ago

Govt bans 54 Chinese apps over security threat concerns

Hindustan Times  

The Government of India is set to issue a ban on 54 Chinese applications that pose a threat to India’s security. According to a report shared by MHA, these apps are either a cloned version or have similar functionality, privacy issues and security threats as alleged in previously blocked 267 apps by the Centre in 2020, the ministry said said. …

Indian Govt bans 54 Chinese apps that pose threat to national security: Sources
2 years, 10 months ago

Indian Govt bans 54 Chinese apps that pose threat to national security: Sources

India Today  

According to top sources in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the Centre has banned 54 Chinese apps that "pose a threat to India's security". Since June 2020, the government has banned around 224 Chinese smartphone apps, including popular applications like TikTok, Shareit, WeChat, Helo, Likee, UC News, Bigo Live, UC Browser, ES File Explorer, and Mi Community. The …

Govt Bans 54 More ‘Chinese’ Smartphone Apps, Garena Free Fire Banned Too In India
2 years, 10 months ago

Govt Bans 54 More ‘Chinese’ Smartphone Apps, Garena Free Fire Banned Too In India

News 18  

The government has banned 54 more smartphone apps in India that may be Chinese origin. Having said that, a popular smartphone game called Garena Free Fire, that had earlier disappeared from Google Play store and Apple App Store is also included in the new list of banned apps in India. Talking about Chinese apps, Garena Free Fire is not a …

'Banned Chinese Apps, Not Sale On Another Platform': Centre Tells Delhi High Court In Plea Against Sale Of Shein Products On Amazon
3 years, 3 months ago

'Banned Chinese Apps, Not Sale On Another Platform': Centre Tells Delhi High Court In Plea Against Sale Of Shein Products On Amazon

Live Law  

The Central Government has informed the Delhi High Court that its order banning the use of 59 Chinese mobile applications amid security concerns does not preclude the companies from selling their products in India through another e-commerce platform.The development comes by way of an affidavit filed by the Centre before a Bench of Chief Justice DN Patel and Justice Jyoti …

This is How India Can Block Back Door Entry of Chinese Apps
3 years, 4 months ago

This is How India Can Block Back Door Entry of Chinese Apps

News 18  

The Government of India in June 2020 blocked 59 apps, developed and owned by Chinese companies. The Chinese themselves protect their domestic market by putting severe restrictions on how much foreign-owned tech companies can operate in China and what kind of data can be collected by them. The Wall Street Journal in August reported that Chinese regulators are considering a …

Mitron to MX Takatak: How Desi Alternatives to Banned Chinese Apps are Performing Now
3 years, 10 months ago

Mitron to MX Takatak: How Desi Alternatives to Banned Chinese Apps are Performing Now

News 18  

Last year, the Government of India banned 59 Chinese apps, including the most popular Tik-Tok and PubG, saying they posed danger to the security and sovereignty of the nation. Following the ban, several locally developed apps such as Josh, Mitron, Moj and MX Taka Tak tried to fill the void left by Tik-Tok, which at its peak had 119 million …

Chinese app TikTok cuts jobs in India following ban
3 years, 11 months ago

Chinese app TikTok cuts jobs in India following ban

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Popular short-video Chinese app TikTok is cutting its workforce in India after hundreds of millions of its users dropped it to comply with a government ban on dozens of Chinese apps amid a military standoff between the two countries. China’s government on Thursday criticized Indian moves to ban Baidu, TikTok and other popular Chinese apps and appealed …

China slams move to extend apps ban, asks India to ‘correct discriminatory measures’
3 years, 11 months ago

China slams move to extend apps ban, asks India to ‘correct discriminatory measures’

The Hindu  

China on Wednesday called on India “to immediately correct its discriminatory measures” over the decision to extend a ban on 59 Chinese apps. Reacting to the move to continue the June ban on 59 apps, the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi said in a statement, “Since last year, the Indian side has repeatedly used national security as an excuse to …

Indian App Chingari Calls TikTok's Move to Layoff Staff Unfortunate, Says It'll Hire Potential Talent
3 years, 11 months ago

Indian App Chingari Calls TikTok's Move to Layoff Staff Unfortunate, Says It'll Hire Potential Talent

News 18  

Indian short video platform Chingari has called ByteDance’s decision to cut down its India workforce as “unfortunate,” adding that the company would hire some of its “potential talents.” The statement from Chingari came after TikTok’s parent company’s internal memo surfaced online that noted the development over layoffs, following the Indian government’s decision to retain its ban on 59 Chinese apps. …

China Says India Retaining Ban on TikTok, 57 Other Apps May Damage 'Bilateral Relationship'
3 years, 11 months ago

China Says India Retaining Ban on TikTok, 57 Other Apps May Damage 'Bilateral Relationship'

News 18  

After reports said that India may retain its ban on video app TikTok and 58 other Chinese apps after reviewing responses from the companies on issues such as compliance and privacy, China said the moves carried out “under the excuse of national security” were in violation of WTO principles and fair trade. Rong said the Chinese government always asked Chinese …

China demands India rescind app ban amid border tension
4 years, 1 month ago

China demands India rescind app ban amid border tension

The Independent  

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China demands India rescind app ban amid border tension
4 years, 1 month ago

China demands India rescind app ban amid border tension

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China on Wednesday demanded India …

India Has Now Banned 267 Chinese Apps: The Time For Made In India Apps To Step Up, Again
4 years, 1 month ago

India Has Now Banned 267 Chinese Apps: The Time For Made In India Apps To Step Up, Again

News 18  

For the fourth time since June, the Government of India has banned another set of Chinese owned smartphone apps, believed to be a threat to the national security of India. The apps included in the latest app ban include AliSuppliers Mobile App, Alibaba Workbench, AliExpress – Smarter Shopping, Better Living, Alipay Cashier, CamCard – Business Card Reader, CamCard – BCR, …

India bans 43 apps: China warns of ‘damage’ to relations
4 years, 1 month ago

India bans 43 apps: China warns of ‘damage’ to relations

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN Business — India has banned dozens more Chinese apps, drawing a rebuke from Beijing and further straining already tense relations between the world’s most populous countries. “We firmly oppose the Indian side’s repeated use of ‘national security’ as an excuse to prohibit some mobile apps with Chinese background,” Ji Rong, spokesperson for China’s embassy in India, said …

Govt Ban on 43 Chinese Apps Once again Unleashes Desi Meme Fest on Twitter
4 years, 1 month ago

Govt Ban on 43 Chinese Apps Once again Unleashes Desi Meme Fest on Twitter

News 18  

In a fourth crackdown on Tuesday, the central government blocked another set of 43 mobile applications, mostly those with Chinese links, “for engaging in activities prejudicial to India’s sovereignty, integrity, defence, security and public order”. With this, the Indian government put a ban on a total of 267 Chinese apps, including viral social media app TikTok and super popular game, …

India Govt Ban on More Chinese Apps Can Hurt China’s Digital Silk Route Ambitions
4 years, 1 month ago

India Govt Ban on More Chinese Apps Can Hurt China’s Digital Silk Route Ambitions

News 18  

The Indian government has announced a fourth ban on Chinese apps, bringing the total number of apps banned in India to 267. With 43 new apps banned today, the government has followed up on the June 29 ban that suspended popular social media app TikTok from India. Earlier today, a notice issued by the government of India on the matter …

List of All Chinese Apps Banned in India So Far: AliExpress Joins TikTok, PUBG Mobile
4 years, 1 month ago

List of All Chinese Apps Banned in India So Far: AliExpress Joins TikTok, PUBG Mobile

News 18  

The government of India has announced a crackdown on 43 new Chinese apps in India, which include popular e-commerce platform AliExpress, operated by Chinese internet services giant, Alibaba. The biggest ban till date came on September 2, which suspended a total of 118 mobile apps – the most notable of which was PUBG Mobile. Hence, the full list of all …

Govt blocks 43 more mobile apps, including AliExpress, Alipay Cashier and CamCard
4 years, 1 month ago

Govt blocks 43 more mobile apps, including AliExpress, Alipay Cashier and CamCard

The Hindu  

The government on Tuesday said it had blocked 43 mobile applications, majorly including Chinese applications such as AliSuppliers, AliExpress, Alipay Cashier, CamCard and DingTalk, citing threat to national security, integrity and sovereignty. today issued an order under section 69A of the Information Technology Act blocking access to 43 mobile apps,” an official statement said. The 43 application banned on Tuesday …

Indian Govt Executes 4th Ban on Chinese Apps in 5 Months: The Full Timeline
4 years, 1 month ago

Indian Govt Executes 4th Ban on Chinese Apps in 5 Months: The Full Timeline

News 18  

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology banned 43 Chinese apps earlier today, as part of the fourth crackdown on apps with ties to China, that are believed to be a threat to national security. But the most notable raid on 118 Chinese apps occurred in September, which included highly popular apps such as PUBG Mobile and PUBG Mobile Lite. …

AliExpress, Other Apps Join TikTok, PUBG Mobile Among 267 Banned Chinese Apps in India
4 years, 1 month ago

AliExpress, Other Apps Join TikTok, PUBG Mobile Among 267 Banned Chinese Apps in India

News 18  

The government of India has announced a ban on 43 more Chinese apps, continuing on three previous app bans that aim to rid the Indian internet space of apps that may potentially used by Chinese state-backed threat actors to spy on Indian internet users, and infiltrate them by downloading malicious files in the background. The most notable app banned in …

List of 43 Chinese apps banned in India: AliExpres, MangoTV and more
4 years, 1 month ago

List of 43 Chinese apps banned in India: AliExpres, MangoTV and more

India TV News  

List of 43 Chinese apps banned: Once again, the Indian government has announced a ban on another set of Chinese apps. Earlier on 29th June 2020, the Government of India had blocked access to 59 mobile apps and on 2nd September 2020 118 more apps were banned under section 69A of the Information Technology Act. Here's the list of 43 …

Govt Bans 43 Chinese Mobile Apps for Engaging in 'Activities Prejudicial to India's Sovereignty & Defence'
4 years, 1 month ago

Govt Bans 43 Chinese Mobile Apps for Engaging in 'Activities Prejudicial to India's Sovereignty & Defence'

News 18  

The central government on Tuesday blocked 43 mobile applications, mostly those with Chinese links, “for engaging in activities prejudicial to India’s sovereignty, integrity, defence, security and public order”. The apps banned include Alibaba Group Holding Ltd’s e-commerce app Aliexpress in a new wave of web sanctions targeted at China with whom India has engaged in a months-long standoff at eastern …

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