Sun Jul 06 08:06:59 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a summary of the text and a rewritten version as a news article:
**Summary:**
The Indian government denies instructing X (formerly Twitter) to withhold Reuters’ X account in India.
**News Article:**
**Indian Government Denies Ordering Withholding of Reuters’ X Account**
NEW DELHI – The Indian government has refuted claims that it directed X (formerly Twitter) to restrict access to the Reuters news agency’s account within India. In a statement released today, the Centre stated unequivocally that it had “no role” in the withholding of the @Reuters X handle. The denial comes amid growing concerns about media freedom and potential government censorship on social media platforms. While X has not commented on the reason for withholding the account, speculation had mounted suggesting the government’s involvement. This statement aims to quell those concerns and clarify the government’s position on the matter. The reason behind the account being withheld remains unclear, pending further comment from X and Reuters.
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