Mon Apr 28 07:35:03 UTC 2025: ## India Blocks 16 Pakistani YouTube Channels, Questions BBC’s Kashmir Reporting
**NEW DELHI** – The Indian government has taken action against disinformation, blocking 16 YouTube channels originating from Pakistan and issuing a formal complaint to the BBC regarding its coverage of Jammu and Kashmir. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting cited the channels for spreading anti-India propaganda and promoting misinformation. The BBC’s reporting on the region is also under scrutiny, with the government expressing concerns about its accuracy and impartiality. No further details on the nature of the BBC’s coverage prompting the complaint were immediately available. The move highlights India’s ongoing efforts to combat the spread of false narratives online and maintain control over the narrative surrounding the disputed territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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