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Govt blocks 20 YouTube channels, 2 websites over 'anti-India propaganda'

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting blocks Pakistan sponsored fake news network, says govt

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Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Tuesday said 20 YouTube Channels, 2 websites have been blocked for "spreading anti-India propaganda".

"In a closely coordinated effort between intelligence agencies and Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Ministry on Monday ordered the blocking of 20 channels on YouTube and 2 websites spreading anti-India propaganda and fake news on the internet. The channels and websites belong to a coordinated disinformation network operating from Pakistan and spreading fake news about various sensitive subjects related to India. The channels were used to post divisive content in a coordinated manner on topics like Kashmir, Indian Army,

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