After the incident of Pahalgam attack Indian Government has became more aggressive and taking actions on it. Following the tragic Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India launched a "Digital Strike" targeting online platforms linked to Pakistan. This included banning several Pakistani news channels like Dawn News and Geo News, as well as cracking down on social media accounts spreading provocative content. The move aimed to curb misinformation and counter cyber threats, which were seen as part of Pakistan's psychological warfare against India
The Indian government recently restricted access to the Instagram accounts of several Pakistani actors, including Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir, and Ali Zafar, among others. This action followed the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. The accounts were blocked in compliance with a legal request, and users in India now see a message stating that the content is unavailable in the country. This move is part of broader measures taken by India, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and restrictions on Pakistani YouTube channels.
This move is part of broader measures taken by India in response to escalating tensions with Pakistan. The accounts were restricted in compliance with a legal request, and users in India now see a message stating that the content is unavailable in the country. The Pahalgam attack, which occurred on April 22, resulted in the loss of 26 lives and left 17 injured. The attack targeted tourists, and the perpetrators were linked to cross-border terrorism originating from Pakistan. In addition to blocking Instagram accounts, India has also suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, revoked visas for Pakistani citizens, and banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels for allegedly spreading provocative content.
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