Archive · 25 Jul 2025
India Bans 25 OTT Platforms Over Inappropriate Content
The Indian government has blocked access to 25 online streaming apps like Ullu and ALTT.
They were accused of showing inappropriate content, including sexually explicit material.
The government told internet providers to stop people from viewing these apps.
This is because these apps broke IT laws designed to prevent the spread of such content.
The government has taken similar actions before, and warned that platforms need to follow content guidelines.
The Indian government banned public access to 25 OTT platforms for allegedly distributing inappropriate content.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) directed ISPs to block platforms like Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix.
The government cited violations of the IT Act, 2000, and the Information Technology Rules 2021, related to unlawful content.
The ban also references Section 67 and 67A of the IT Act, penalizing explicit material.
This action follows a similar crackdown in March 2024, where other platforms were blocked for similar offenses.
- Who
- The Indian government, including the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB).
- What
- The government banned access to 25 OTT platforms and websites.
- When
- The ban was recent, following a similar action in March 2024.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to the distribution of sexually explicit and vulgar content, violating IT laws and indecency regulations.
Government Stance
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Content Regulation
Government Stance
The government views these platforms as violating IT laws and indecency regulations by distributing sexually explicit and vulgar content.
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- Number of Platforms Banned
- 25
- Key Platforms Banned
- Ullu, ALTT, Desiflix, Mojflix
- Regulatory Body
- Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB)
- IT Act Violations
- Section 67, 67A, 79(3)(b)
- Related Act
- Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
- Rules Violated
- Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021
