Despite the ban, TikTok did just fine in expanding around the world, while national and international tech companies rushed to fill the Indian void, in the process transforming th

As the debate around social media governance evolves with TikTok continuing to face criticism and restrictions, here's list of countries that have imposed restrictions on the app.

Douglas Thrams, 23, from Goshen, Indiana, was arrested for posting threatening TikTok videos calling for violence against the government and Trump. The FBI is investigating the case, and he awaits a court appearance.

TikTok faced a similar ban in India nearly five years ago, as it now does in the US. An executive order issued by then-US President Donald Trump also referred to India’s ban in 2020.

As governments work on stricter regulations for social media platforms, the fate of TikTok could depend on its ability to address concerns over user data, content moderation, and transparency.

India’s 2020 crackdown helped give rise to Instagram Reels, which has largely replaced it there. But TikTok has proved more resilient elsewhere.

TikTok’s time in the United States is counting down. But Washington is only the latest government to impose restrictions on the video app.

Accor is expanding its economy hotel portfolio in the Middle East, aligning with the region's shift towards mass-market tourism. India's inbound tourism is hindered by a cumbersome visa process and reduced government funding for global promotion.

If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time.

In response to Rakhi's video, Hania Aamir also posted a message saying, "I just want to say that my life used to be very sad, and then Rakhi Sawant came into my life. Rakhi Ji, I am coming to pick you up at the airport." Earlier, Hania Aamir won hearts with her esponse to Rakhi Sawant’s dance-off challenge.

Members of the City Youth Organization in Hyderabad hold posters in support of India's ban of TikTok in June 2020. Credit - Noah Seelam/AFP—Getty Images When Congress passed a bill in April 2024 ...

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