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The Hindu
30-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Blocked 1,400 ‘anti-India' URLs during Operation Sindoor, says Governement
The Information & Broadcasting Ministry issued directions to block more than 1,400 URLs during Operation Sindoor for circulating 'false, misleading, anti-India, and communally sensitive contents, primarily through Pakistan-based accounts', the Government said in Lok Sabha on Wednesday (July 30, 2025). Also read: Parliament Monsoon session Day 8 updates on July 30 In a written reply to a question from MP Tejasvi Surya over combating disinformation on Operation Sindoor, Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, 'the government found that massive fake news, misinformation and propaganda campaigns were being run, mostly from outside India'. Counter-measures were taken accordingly. 'The Government of India held periodic media briefings and kept the media and citizens informed. Details of operations carried out by defence forces were explained along with relevant audio-visuals and satellite imagery. These briefings provided authentic information,' he said. 'During Operation Sindoor, a centralised control room was established for interdisciplinary and inter-departmental coordination. This control room functioned 24x7 and facilitated real-time information dissemination to all media stakeholders. This control room comprised nodal representatives from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with officers from various Government media units, and officials from the Press Information Bureau (PIB). Social media handles and posts spreading fake news and misinformation were actively identified,' said the reply. The PIB's Fact Check Unit monitored social media and online news sources in real time to detect fake images, edited videos, misleading narratives, and any manipulated content targeting the operation's objectives, government agencies, or security forces. Also read: Indian X accounts withheld after Operation Sindoor restored 'The Unit debunked Pakistani propaganda against India and Indian Armed Forces and fact-checked many posts countering such content. Additionally, the links related to disinformation or false news concerning Operation Sindoor, fact-checked by the FCU, were promptly shared with concerned intermediaries for appropriate action,' it said. 'The Ministry also issued directions for blocking of over 1,400 URLs on digital media during Operation Sindoor. The content of these URLs included false, misleading, anti-India news content, communally sensitive content primarily from Pakistan-based social media accounts and inciteful content against Indian Armed Forces,' said the reply, adding that on April 26, an advisory was issued to all media channels to refrain from showing live coverage of defence operations and movement of security forces in the interest of national security.
The Print
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Print
India poised to emerge among top 5 global entertainment destinations by 2030
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 1 (ANI): Driven by the booming media sector, digital innovation, and expanding consumer base, India is set to emerge among the top five global entertainment destinations by 2030. During the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 being organised in Mumbai at the Jio World Convention Centre, India's will release a white paper, commissioned by Information & Broadcasting Ministry. Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, L Murugan is set to unveil 'India's Live Events Economy: A Strategic Growth Imperative' on May 3. The White Paper presents a comprehensive analysis of India's rapidly expanding live entertainment industry, highlighting emerging trends, growth trajectories, and strategic recommendations for the sector's continued evolution. India's live events landscape is undergoing a transformation–from a fragmented sector to a structured and influential pillar of the country's cultural and creative economy. The period from 2024 to 2025 marks a defining inflection point, with international acts such as 'Coldplay' performing in Ahmedabad and Mumbai, signalling India's readiness to host global-scale events. Key trends in the sector include the rise of event tourism, with nearly half a million attendees traveling specifically for live music events–indicating the emergence of a robust music-tourism economy. Premium ticketing segments–such as VIP experiences, curated access, and luxury hospitality–have witnessed over 100 per cent year-on-year growth, pointing to an increasingly experience-driven audience. Participation from Tier-2 cities has surged, driven by multi-city tours and the growing popularity of regional festivals. In 2024, the organized live events segment recorded 15 per cent growth, contributing an additional Rs 13 billion in revenue–establishing it as one of the fastest-growing verticals within India's media and entertainment ecosystem. Large-scale events in the current landscape typically generate approximately 2,000 to 5,000 temporary jobs each, underscoring the sector's growing contribution to employment and skill development. With focused investments, policy support, and infrastructural upgrades, India is on track to position itself as one of the top five live entertainment destinations globally by 2030, unlocking new avenues for economic growth, employment generation, tourism, and enhanced global cultural presence. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
