Internet Shutdown
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Over 30 killed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as protests intensify; Internet services suspended acros
World | Jul 30, 2026, 09:40 AM ISTMore than 30 people have reportedly been killed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as protests against the Pakistani government intensify. Internet services have also been suspended across PoK amid allegations of a security crackdown and growing international concern.
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Jaipur anti-encroachment drive: Several structures razed amid heavy security | What we know so far
Rajasthan | Jun 08, 2026, 09:28 AM ISTAccording to official orders issued by the Divisional Commissioner, mobile internet services—including 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G connectivity—have been suspended across the Jaipur Commissionerate and adjoining areas for 48 hours, beginning midnight of June 7 and continuing until midnight of June 8.
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Jaipur anti-encroachment drive: Mobile internet and bulk SMS services suspended for 48 hours
Rajasthan | Jun 07, 2026, 10:31 PM ISTOfficials said the temporary shutdown has been imposed as a preventive measure to stop the spread of rumors, misinformation and provocative content that could adversely affect law and order during the planned enforcement action.
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Jio, Airtel, Vi frustrated by state governments' recent internet service orders
Technology | Dec 08, 2024, 02:18 PM ISTState governments are regularly imposing bans on the internet to control law and order situations in their state during various events. Telecommunications companies argue that these bans cause significant inconvenience to users and request alternative arrangements.
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Badlapur sexual assault case: Internet suspended, over 70 held post violence amid massive protest
Maharashtra | Aug 21, 2024, 06:56 PM ISTBadlapur sexual assault case: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ordered a high-level probe into the incident and said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the case.
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Bangladesh violence: Death toll rises to 50 in anti-quota protests, communications disrupted | WATCH
World | Jul 19, 2024, 05:09 PM ISTThe violence in Bangladesh dramatically escalated when protesters set fire to the headquarters of the state television network and other government buildings. The Army was called in to help "maintain order" as the country descended into chaos on Thursday.
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US condemns political violence, restrictions on internet and mobile services in Pakistan
World | Feb 09, 2024, 11:55 AM ISTThe elections in Pakistan were marred by political violence, rigging claims and connectivity issues after the government suspended mobile and internet services to foil suspected terror attacks. At least nine people were killed in two dozen incidents of violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
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Pakistan Elections: Who will be new Prime Minister? Shehbaz Sharif or Nawaz Sharif, latter reveals
World | Feb 08, 2024, 12:38 PM ISTPakistan Elections 2024: Shehbaz was also asked if he would prefer to become the prime minister instead of putting the burden of the top job on his brother, who may not be able to discharge responsibilities properly due to advanced age and health issues.
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SC declines urgent hearing of plea challenging internet ban in Manipur
India | Jun 09, 2023, 12:53 PM ISTA vacation bench of justices Aniruddha Bose and Rajesh Bindal said that the Manipur High Court is already hearing the matter and there is no need to duplicate the proceedings.
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Pakistan: Fault in optic fiber network causes massive internet outage, say officials
World | Aug 19, 2022, 05:16 PM ISTPakistan news: The Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) said some fault was reported in data networks between South and North which caused internet connectivity issues.
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Kartik Aaryan requested 'Theek Karo' like most of us after Instagram, Facebook & WhatsApp went down
Celebrities | Oct 05, 2021, 01:15 PM ISTBollywood actor Kartik Aaryan recently caught everyone's attention when he indulged in a Q&A session on Twitter. Several netizens asked him a few questions and even expressed their love for him. Among those was a person who asked him, "what's up?" His answer was quite relatable as it revolved around the disruption in services of Facebook, Whatsapp and Instagram.
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Internet suspended in Telangana town after clashes
India | Jan 13, 2020, 11:53 PM ISTAuthorities in Bhainsa town in Nirmal district in Telangana on Monday suspended internet services following communal clashes which left 11 people injured.
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Delhi Internet Shutdown: Offline messaging app gains popularity amid CAA protests
Technology | Dec 20, 2019, 12:42 PM ISTInternet Shutdown in Delhi on Airtel, Vodafone, Jio amid Citizenship (Amendment) Act protests: How to stay connected with Bridgefy app for Android, iOS.
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US: Internet shut after ransomware attack hits Baltimore city; hackers demand 76,280 USD
World | May 26, 2019, 01:11 PM ISTA note found in one of the computers read, "We won't talk more, all we know is money! Hurry up!"
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Reports of global internet shutdown false, there will be minimum impact, says top cyber security official
Internet | Oct 12, 2018, 08:11 PM ISTThere will be no internet shutdown in India as is being circulated in the media,Gulshan Rai, National Cyber Security Coordinator, said.
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North Korea calls Obama 'monkey' in hacking row
World | Dec 27, 2014, 10:54 AM ISTSeoul: North Korea called President Barack Obama "a monkey" and blamed the U.S. on Saturday for shutting down its Internet amid the hacking row over the comedy "The Interview."North Korea has denied involvement in a