India

The government has blocked a Pak-based OTT platform

Government authorities on Monday ordered the blocking of a Pakistan-based OTT platform’s website, two mobile applications, four social media accounts, and smart TV app, saying one of the series it was showing was detrimental to India’s national security and integrity.

During the anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, Vidly TV released a web series titled “Sevak: The Confessions” which was found to compromise the safety, sovereignty, and integrity of the country, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

The web series has been released in three episodes so far.

In a tweet, Kanchan Gupta, senior adviser at the ministry, said the action against Pakistan-based Vidly TV was in response to the assessment that the provocative and wholly untrue web-series “Sevak” was sponsored by the Pakistani information operations apparatus.

An anti-India narrative was presented in the web-series regarding sensitive historical events and national issues such as Operation Blue Star, the demolition of the Babri Masjid at Ayodhya, the killing of Graham Staines, the Malegaon blasts, the Samjhauta Express blasts, and the inter-state river water dispute related to the Sutlej Yamuna Link canal.

Related Posts

Nisha

Hi, my name is Nisha and I'm an educational journalist based in India. I've always been passionate about the power of education to transform lives, and that's what led me to pursue a career in journalism focused on this area. I completed my Bachelor's degree in English from Hindu College in Delhi in 2013 and then went on to earn my Master's in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication in 2017. During my studies, I also completed several short-term courses on Education in India, Sociology, and other related subjects to deepen my knowledge in this field. I'm particularly interested in improving access to quality education in rural areas, where students often face significant challenges. I've worked on a number of initiatives to address this issue, including advocating for better policies, resources, and practices that can make a difference. As an educational journalist, I'm passionate about using my platform to highlight important issues in the education space. I've covered a wide range of topics, including the impact of technology in the classroom, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and the challenges facing students from marginalized communities. One of the things I love most about my work is the opportunity to constantly learn and grow. I'm an avid reader and believe that reading is key to expanding one's knowledge and perspective. I'm always seeking out new ideas and insights to help me better understand the world around me. In summary, as an educational journalist, I'm dedicated to using my skills and expertise to make a positive impact in the field of education. I'm committed to improving access to quality education for all students and to using my platform to raise awareness about important issues in this area.

Related Articles

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Back to top button