New Delhi: The Government of India on Monday banned 54 Chinese apps that pose a threat to India’s security.  The 54 Chinese apps include Beauty Camera: Sweet Selfie HD, Beauty Camera - Selfie Camera, Equalizer & Bass Booster, CamCard for SalesForce Ent, Isoland 2: Ashes of Time Lite, Viva Video Editor, Tencent Xriver, Onmyoji Chess, Onmyoji Arena, AppLock, Dual Space Lite.

Sea -- founded in Singapore by Chinese-born founders who became Singaporean citizens -- has been focusing on building a gaming and e-commerce business globally with backing from Tencent, the largest shareholder of the company. 

In November 2020, The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India had issued an order under section 69A of the Information Technology Act blocking access to 43 mobile apps. 

This action was taken based on the inputs regarding these apps for engaging in activities that are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of the state and public order. 

Earlier on 29th June 2020, the Government of India had blocked access to 59 mobile apps and on 2nd September 2020, 118 more apps were banned under section 69A of the Information Technology Act. The government is committed to protecting the interests of citizens and the sovereignty and integrity of India on all fronts and it shall take all possible steps to ensure that.

Indian Govt has banned additional 54 Chinese apps due to privacy and security concerns.

The banned apps include Beauty Camera, Equalizer, Music player, Rise of Kingdoms: Lost Crusade, Tencent Xriver, and Conqueror Online II. pic.twitter.com/eX1wWLakUs

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