Archive · 25 Jul 2025
India Bans 25 OTT Platforms for Hosting Explicit Content
The Indian government is cracking down on some websites that show adult content.
They've ordered internet providers to stop people from accessing these sites, which include platforms like ULLU and ALTT.
This is because the government thinks these sites are breaking the rules about what kind of content is allowed online, specifically regarding things that are considered inappropriate.
They're also making sure that digital content follows the law, especially when it comes to protecting young people from seeing certain things.
The government has the right to do this to ensure that digital platforms have a responsibility to uphold societal standards.
The Indian government has banned 25 OTT platforms for allegedly hosting obscene and 'pornographic' content.
The banned platforms include ALTT, ULLU, Big Shots App, Desiflix, and others.
The government directed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to block public access to these websites within India.
The action is taken under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and IT Rules, 2021.
The government is aiming to curb the spread of pornographic material and uphold societal standards online.
- Who
- The Indian government and Internet Service Providers (ISPs).
- What
- The government banned 25 OTT platforms and websites for hosting allegedly obscene and pornographic content.
- When
- The order was issued on July 23, 2025.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To curb the spread of pornographic material and enforce legal standards.
Government Stance
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Regulation
Government Stance
The government believes it's necessary to regulate online content to protect citizens and uphold societal standards.
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- Number of Banned Platforms
- 25
- Key Platforms Banned
- ALTT, ULLU, Desiflix, etc.
- Governing Laws
- Information Technology Act, 2000; IT Rules, 2021; etc.
- Directed Parties
- Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
- Action Taken
- Block access
