India Bans 14 Messenger Apps Used by Terror Groups: Full List Revealed

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The Indian government has banned 14 messenger apps in Jammu and Kashmir after receiving inputs from defense, security, and intelligence agencies. The move was taken after the government found out that the banned apps were being used by terror groups to communicate with their supporters and on-ground workers. Additionally, these apps did not have representatives in India and could not be contacted for seeking information as mandated by Indian laws.

 

List of Banned Apps The apps banned by the government of India include:

  1. Crypviser
  2. Enigma
  3. Safeswiss
  4. Wickrme
  5. Mediafire
  6. Briar
  7. BChat
  8. Nandbox
  9. Conion
  10. IMO
  11. Element
  12. Second line
  13. Zangi
  14. Threema

 

According to reports, these apps are not as popular as WhatsApp, Telegram, or FB Messenger, but they offer private and secure messaging platforms. The government tried to contact the app owners multiple times, but as there was no office to contact in India, the apps were banned in J&K.

 

Reasons Behind the Ban

The agencies found that the mobile apps aided terrorists and their affiliates to engage in activities. Most of these messaging apps provide anonymity to users, and their features made it tough to resolve entities associated with them.

 

Legal Basis for the Ban

As per reports, the apps have been blocked under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, of 2000. Under this section, the government has the power to issue directions to block access to any information on the internet if it believes that it is necessary in the interest of sovereignty, defense, security, or public order.

 

Conclusion

The government’s decision to ban these apps comes as part of its ongoing efforts to curb terrorism and illegal activities in the country. The government has also encouraged citizens to use safe and secure messaging platforms that comply with Indian laws and regulations.

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