Of these, 566 links were targeted for allegedly disrupting public order.

The data, compiled by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, reveals that only a small fraction of the notices related to clear criminal activity. Just 14 notices across a 20-month period alleged offences such as betting scams, impersonation linked to financial fraud , or child sexual abuse material.

Instead, much of the enforcement focused on speech-related concerns, including content aimed at political leaders and public figures. At least 124 URLs were flagged for targeting politicians, while others were accused of spreading misinformation or defamation.

The scale of intervention spiked during sensitive political moments. During the Lok Sabha elections in April and May 2024 alone, authorities flagged 761 URLs, including nearly 200 links accused of violating election laws. One single notice, issued on May 13, 2024, sought the removal of 115 URLs over an allegedly doctored video said to influence voters.

X has repeatedly objected to several of these orders, arguing that posts cited by the government did not violate the laws invoked. In some cases, the platform asked officials to reconsider takedown demands involving opposition party accounts and political commentary.

At the centre of the dispute is the legal route used by the government. The MHA has relied on Section 79(3)(b), which deals with intermediary liability, rather than Section 69A of the IT Act — the provision traditionally used for blocking online content on grounds such as national security or public order.

X argues that using Section 79(3)(b) widens the state’s power to remove content without the procedural safeguards built into Section 69A, including clearer thresholds and a more formal review process. The company has challenged the legality of the government’s Sahyog portal, which issues such notices, in the Karnataka High Court.

The government, for its part, says X has questioned both the authority of officials issuing notices and the classification of content as unlawful. In its court filings, the MHA maintains that the takedowns are necessary to prevent unrest, misinformation and threats to public order.

The pattern of notices also shows how broadly “public order” has been interpreted, covering everything from allegedly manipulated images of senior leaders to critical posts about government institutions. Critics say this blurs the line between preventing harm and suppressing dissent.

As the courts weigh X’s challenge, the figures underline a larger question facing India’s digital governance: where regulation ends and censorship begins — and who gets to draw that line in the world ’s largest democracy.

As AI tools continue to reshape digital communication, education, and productivity, understanding where ChatGPT is allowed offers insight into global tech policy , censorship, and digital freedom.

Global breakdown of ChatGPT accessibility

Why ChatGPT is banned in some countries

According to Access Now , Freedom House , and OpenAI’s policy documentation , the reasons for banning or restricting ChatGPT typically include:

For example, China has developed its own AI alternatives, like Baidu’s ERNIE Bot and DeepSeek, and maintains a tight grip on foreign platforms. Iran and North Korea block many Western platforms entirely.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expressed his pride and excitement on social media, celebrating the film's success and congratulating the cast and crew. "The 'I'm Still Here' crowd can now request a song. Three Oscar nominations: Best International Feature Film, Best Actress, and, look, BEST FILM. I’m so proud! Kisses to Fernanda Torres and Walter Salles," he posted.

The citizens share these feelings, with Isabela Caetano vowing to celebrate a potential Fernanda Torres victory as enthusiastically as a World Cup triumph.

"If she (Fernanda Torres) wins, we'll celebrate like a World Cup. If she doesn't we'll still be happy because it was very important, it's a super incredible job," Isabela told AFP.

Marie Eduarda, although with mixed feelings, highlighted the importance of the coming to light of the impact of the Brazilian military dictatorship era.

"My grandparents suffered this [torture during the dictatorship] so it's a bit of a delicate subject to talk about, the dictatorship era, that time of censorship was very difficult, they came out well, they're alive, they're survivors and I think it's very important that a Brazilian film is getting this recognition all over the world for the first time," she explained.

The film "I'm Still Here" tells the story of Eunice Paiva, a mother of five who struggles to uncover the truth about her husband's disappearance during Brazil's military dictatorship and to rebuild her life. This powerful narrative has struck a chord with audiences both in Brazil and internationally.

U.S. aircraft manufacturer Boeing has expressed interest in partnering with the Indonesian government to support the country's aerospace industry and help achieve its vision for Golden Indonesia 2045. "We are very interested in partnering with the Indonesian government to achieve the vision of a Golden Indonesia 2045," said Zaid Alami, Boeing Indonesia country managing director. This partnership will cover aspects of the supply chain, customers, airports, and university partnerships, according to Tempo Co . Boeing aims to take a holistic approach to explore opportunities to build partnerships, and collaborations, and support the growth of Indonesia's aviation industry.

Budget to help farmers fight drought

The Indonesian government is reallocating Rp7 trillion (about $430 million) from its budget to help the nation’s farmers fight drought. According to Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman, the funds were originally allocated for other purposes, but will now be used to purchase seeds, pumps, and agricultural machinery. "These funds will now be used to purchase seeds, pumps, and agricultural machinery for farmers," he said. The goal is to address the effects of El Niño and drought and ensure continued agricultural production during the critical three-month period, Indonesia’s state news agency reports.

Focus on renewable energy for net-zero emissions by 2060

Indonesia's State Electricity Company (PLN) is focusing on renewable energy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060. According to state news agency Antara , they are greening their electricity provision, decarbonising fossil fuel power plants, and developing new renewable energy sources. "These efforts encompass short-term and long-term plans, alongside the development of renewable energy and its supporting ecosystem," said General Manager of the PLN East Java Main Distribution Unit, Agus Kuswardoyo.  According to Antara, collaboration with stakeholders and increasing solar power generation capacity are part of their efforts.

Partnership with Google to prevent online gambling content

Indonesia's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology is working with Google to use AI to prevent online gambling content. They are using a preemptive approach similar to that used for filtering out pornographic content, Tempo Co reports. The ministry is awaiting further development and innovation from Google. The goal is to prevent online gambling on digital platforms or at least identify it for filtration measures, an official of the ministry stated.

Comic jailed for joking about the name 'Mohammed'

Indonesian comedian Aulia Rakhman has been jailed for seven months for joking about the name Mohammed, sparking concerns over blasphemy laws in the country. Human rights groups have called for the abolition of the blasphemy article in the law, which has been used to jail innocent people, according to reports . The case adds to concerns over the toxic nature of the blasphemy law in Indonesia.