Govt Confirms TikTok Ban Still in Place Despite Reports of Site Access
According to reports, the Government confirmed that the ban on TikTok has not been lifted. The announcement was made soon after a number of users reported that they could make it to the site of the China-based video.
The Government of India has not issued any unblocking order for Tik Tok. Any such statement/ news is untrue and misleading," claim reports.
Some users had earlier cited that they could access the Tik Tok web page. They, however, could not log in to watch videos on the Chinese based platform.
In view of the threat to the nation's sovereignty and security after the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020. India banned 59 Chinese mobile applications – including the widely-used social media platforms such as TikTok, WeChat, and Helo.
The government had stated that the applications are engaged in activities "prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defense of India, security of the state and public order."
India and China have taken constructive steps to smooth the relationship recently with the resumption of trade border trade through the three designated trading points, namely Lipulekh Pass, Shipki La Pass and Nathu La Pass.
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Both sides have also agreed to resume direct flight connectivity between the Chinese mainland and India at the earliest, and finalise an updated Air Services Agreement. They also agreed on the facilitation of visas to tourists, businesses, media and other visitors in both directions.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to China from August 31 to September 1 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Tianjin. On the sidelines of the Summit, the Prime Minister is expected to hold bilateral meetings with several leaders attending the Summit.