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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
OTT crackdown: Govt bans Ullu, ALTT, Desiflix, Mojflix & 20+ platforms over vulgar content
The Indian government has banned public access to several OTT platforms, including Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix, for showing obscene and vulgar content. According to a report by news agency ANI, the banned platforms were found violating different laws, including Section 67 and 67A of the Information Technology Act , 2000, Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. A source quoted by ANI said, 'There was hardly any storyline, theme or message in a social context.' Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Public Policy Others Cybersecurity Healthcare Operations Management others Data Analytics Project Management Data Science Artificial Intelligence MCA Digital Marketing PGDM MBA Data Science Technology Design Thinking Management CXO healthcare Product Management Degree Leadership Finance Skills you'll gain: Economics for Public Policy Making Quantitative Techniques Public & Project Finance Law, Health & Urban Development Policy Duration: 12 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate Programme in Public Policy Management Starts on Mar 3, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 12 Months IIM Calcutta Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management Starts on undefined Get Details Why the Ban Was Imposed The action was taken after consultations with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), Department of Legal Affairs, and industry bodies like FICCI and CII. Experts in women's and child rights were also involved. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has asked internet service providers (ISPs) to block these apps and websites to stop the spread of obscene, vulgar and pornographic content. In its notice, the ministry reminded that intermediaries are responsible for removing illegal content under the IT Act, 2000, and the IT Rules, 2021. What the Law Says Section 67 of the IT Act punishes anyone who publishes or sends obscene content online. The penalty is up to 3 years in jail and a fine of up to Rs 5 lakh for the first offence. A second offence can lead to 5 years in jail and a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh. Live Events Section 67A is stricter and deals with sexually explicit content. A first-time offender may get 5 years in jail and a Rs 10 lakh fine. Repeat offenders can face 7 years in jail. OTT Platforms That Got Banned As per the ANI report, 14 apps and 26 websites have been banned. Some of the platforms in the list are: ALTT ULLU Big Shots App Desiflix Boomex Navarasa Lite Gulab App Kangan App Bull App Jalva App Wow Entertainment Look Entertainment Hitprime Feneo ShowX Sol Talkies Adda TV HotX VIP Hulchul App MoodX NeonX VIP Fugi Mojflix Triflicks The government's move aims to curb the spread of content that is considered harmful, especially to women and children. Inputs from TOI
NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ektaa Kapoor Issues Statement After Government Bans ALTT For Vulgar Content: "Not Associated In Any Capacity"
New Delhi: Ektaa Kapoor has issued a clarification regarding the recent government ban on ALTT and 24 other OTT apps for streaming "obscene and vulgar content". In a statement, Ektaa claimed that she and her mother, Shobha Kapoor, aren't "associated in any capacity with ALTT." She further emphasised that they both stepped down from their association with the platform back in June 2021. Ektaa Kapoor shared the statement on X (formerly Twitter), which read, "Balaji Telefilms Limited, listed on the BSE and NSE, is a professionally run media organization and following the recent amalgamation of ALT Digital Media Entertainment Ltd. (previously its wholly owned subsidiary) duly approved by the Hon'ble NCLT, it operates ALTT wef June 20, 2025." The statement continued, "Media reports have been in circulation about ALTT being disabled by the authorities, however, contrary to such reports, Ms. Ektaa Kapoor and Mrs. Shobha Kapoor are not associated in any capacity whatsoever with ALTT and they had stepped down from their association with ALTT way back in June 2021. Any insinuation contrary to the above facts is strongly denied and media is requested to report the accurate facts." "Balaji Telefilms Limited is fully compliant of all applicable laws and continues to operate its business with the highest standards of corporate governance," concluded the statement. To Whomsoever It May Concern — Ektaa R Kapoor (@EktaaRKapoor) July 25, 2025 Twenty-five OTT services, including Ullu, ALTT and Desiflix, have had their websites and applications blocked by the government due to offensive, vulgar and occasionally sexual content. According to officials, the following apps were found to violate various laws: ALTT, ULLU, Big Shots App, Desiflix, Boomex, Navarasa Lite, Gulab App, Kangan App, Bull App, Jalva App, ShowHit, Wow Entertainment, Look Entertainment, Hitprime, Feneo, ShowX, Sol Talkies, Adda TV, HotX VIP, Hulchul App, MoodX, NeonX VIP, Fugi, Mojflix and Triflicks. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting consulted with the Ministries of Home, Women and Child Development, Electronics, Information Technology and Law, as well as industry associations FICCI and CII, and specialists in the fields of women's and children's rights before taking the decision. In accordance with the Information Technology Act of 2000 and the IT Rules of 2021, notifications have been sent to several intermediaries to ensure that access to the relevant websites and applications is blocked.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
After the ban on ALTT, Ekta Kapoor lashes out in anger, 'Jise bhi iski fikr ho...'
Yesterday, the government took a big step and banned many OTT platforms serving vulgar content, one of which was ALTT. Its earlier name was ALT Balaji, whose co-founders were TV queen Ekta Kapoor and her mother, Shobha Kapoor. Jeetendra's daughter Ekta Kapoor's Alt Balaji has been in controversy many times due to its content. Now, as soon as the government has banned it, Ekta has spoken out on social media. What has Ekta Kapoor said? Soon after the ban on ALTT, Ekta Kapoor issued a statement expressing her anger and distancing herself from this OTT platform. She issued a statement on her Instagram account saying that she has nothing to do with ALTT anymore. She broke ties with it in 2021 itself. Ekta Kapoor's post further said, 'There are reports in the media that ALTT has been banned by the authorities; however, contrary to these reports, Ekta Kapoor and Mrs. Shobha Kapoor are not associated with ALTT in any way and they severed their ties with ALTT in June 2021 itself. Any allegation contrary to the facts stated above is strongly denied and the media is requested to present the correct facts.' While sharing a post, Ekta Kapoor wrote in the caption, 'Jise bhi iski fikr ho.' It is known that a few days ago, Ekta Kapoor had defended the content being served on ALTT in an interview. Which apps have been banned by the government? The government has mandated the shutdown of websites and applications belonging to 25 OTT platforms, such as Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix, due to the presence of obscene, vulgar, and in certain instances, pornographic material. Among the applications flagged for breaching various regulations are ALTT, ULLU, Big Shots App, Desiflix, Boomex, Navarasa Lite, Gulab App, Kangan App, Bull App, Jalva App, ShowHit, Wow Entertainment, Look Entertainment, Hitprime, Feneo, ShowX, Sol Talkies, Adda TV, HotX VIP, Hulchul App, MoodX, NeonX VIP, Fugi, Mojflix, and Triflicks, according to officials. The ban earlier imposed on House Arrest Previously, the web series House Arrest was removed by Ullu in May following intervention from the ministry. Officials indicated that all 25 platforms were instructed, in September of the previous year, to stop disseminating obscene, vulgar, and in some cases, pornographic content, yet they persisted in doing so. They noted that five platforms, which had been blocked earlier in March 2024, resumed publishing obscene content on new website domains.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
‘No More Ullu And Chill?': Internet In Meltdown Mode As Govt Bans 25 OTT Platforms
Last Updated: After the government banned the vulgar platform, people quickly reacted with jokes, memes and even poked fun at how such questionable content was easily available online. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has recently banned 25 OTT platforms, including popular names like Ullu, Alt Balaji, Desiflix and MoodX. These sites were found hosting vulgar, obscene and in some cases, pornographic content without meaningful stories or social messages. Once the news started circulating on social media, people quickly reacted with jokes, memes and even poked fun at how such questionable content was easily available online. Banned Apps: The list includes ALTBalaji (ALTT) and Ullu, Desiflix, Mojflix, Triflicks, Boomex, ShowX, MoodX, Sol Talkies, Adda TV, HotX VIP, NeonX VIP, Hulchul App, Big Shots App, Gulab App, Kangan App, Bull App, Jalva App, Navarasa Lite, Wow Entertainment, Look Entertainment, Hitprime, Fugi, Feneo and ShowHit. Here's How Internet Reacted: 'Desh ka yuva trying to log in Ullu TV, ALTT, etc," a comment read. An individual stated, 'Telegram watching Ullu, Altbalaji and other soft p*rn Apps getting banned." Telegram watching #Ullu, #Altbalaji and other soft p*rn Apps getting banned 😂 @DesiFlixApp — Kapil Kashyap Rajput (हिंदू) (@Kappu0306) July 25, 2025 Ullu tv aur ye alt Balaji hi the ashl*el? 🤣 — Amit Srivastav (@khansmeme) July 25, 2025 Government bans ullu — Homelander DudhWala (@NotHomelander1) July 25, 2025 What's The Issue: As per Hindustan Times, officials shared that many of these OTT platforms were showing content with strong sexual hints and long scenes that showed nudity and adult acts. Some of this content was almost like p*rn. They also pointed out that most of these shows or videos didn't have any real story, a clear theme or a message. Instead, they mostly focused on bold and inappropriate visuals without much meaning or purpose. Officials said that the government took this step because the content on these platforms broke important Indian laws. The material was going too far and crossing legal limits, which led to strict action against these platforms. According to Storyboard18, the government made it clear that digital platforms and intermediaries must follow the rules under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. They are required to remove or block access to any unlawful content shared on their platforms. This includes videos or shows that are considered vulgar, obscene or harmful to viewers. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Big Shots, Ullu, ALTT, Desiflix, Mojflix and 20 other OTT apps banned: What government's 'ban order' says
Government has banned public access to over OTT platforms including Ullu, ALTT and Desiflix, reports news agency ANI. The banned apps and websites were found in violation of various laws, including Section 67 and Section 67A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The report quotes an unnamed source who said 'There was hardly any storyline, theme or message in a social context'. According to the agency report, the action was taken in consultation with MHA, MWCD, MeitY, Department of Legal Affairs, industry bodies FICCI and CII, along with experts in women's and child rights. The report says that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has directed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to disable public access for publishing obscene, vulgar and pornographic content. In its official notification, the ministry emphasised that the intermediaries are responsible for removing or disabling access to unlawful information under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. What Section 67 and Section 67A of the Information Technology Act, 2000 says The Section 67 and Section 67A of the Information Technology Act, 2000 deal with the publication and transmission of obscene and sexually implicit content in electronic form. The key difference is that Section 67 applies to general obscenity, while Section 67A deals with more graphic, sexually explicit material. The punishments under Section 67A are more severe due to the nature of the content. Section 67 of the IT Act punishes the online publication or transmission of obscene or vulgar material that could deprave or corrupt readers, with imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of up to Rs 5 lakh for the first offence, and up to five years in jail and Rs 10 lakh fine for repeat offences. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Section 67A, on the other hand, deals specifically with material that contains sexually explicit acts or conduct, with stricter penalties—up to five years in jail and Rs 10 lakh fine for the first offence, and up to seven years imprisonment and Rs 10 lakh fine for subsequent offences. OTT apps banned by government As per ANI report, 26 websites and 14 apps have been banned by the government. Names in the list of banned OTT platforms include ALTT ULLU Big Shots App Desiflix Boomex Navarasa Lite Gulab App Kangan App Bull App Jalva App Wow Entertainment Look Entertainment Hitprime Feneo ShowX Sol Talkies Adda TV HotX VIP Hulchul App MoodX NeonX VIP Fugi Mojflix Triflicks
