Is Facebook banned for Army in India?

Within the military institutions, academies and offices, the Army, is however allowed to access platforms like Facebook on their internet browsers on their desktops to monitor content. But no personnel is allowed to have an account or the application, sources said.

Why are Indian army apps banned?

Indian Army has announced a ban on 89 Android and iOS apps over privacy and security concerns for its personnel. These apps include some of the popular ones like Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Helo, Tinder, Songs.pk, Hungama and more.

Which apps are banned by Indian army?

Here’s the full list of apps banned by the Indian Army:

• WeChat.
• QQ.
• Kikoo.
• Voo.
• Nimbuzz.
• Helo.
• Qzone.
• ShareChat.

Is Zoom banned in Indian Army?

List of Apps banned in Indian Army: Indian army bans 89 apps including Facebook, PUBG, Insta, Zoom, Tinder. The banned apps include dating apps including Tinder, Bumble Happn, Couch Surfing, Coffee meets Bagel, Hinge and TrulyMadly.

Is mobile phones allowed in Indian Army?

The Indian Army, too, has barred use of mobile phones (smart and basic general model) in forward lines sensitive to enemy attacks. The IAF policy does not allow carriage and use of smartphones inside technical area, both at the Command HQs and at training centres, that includes flying bases.

Can the military use TikTok?

An Army spokesperson told Military.com that TikTok “is considered a cyber threat,” and that while the Army cannot ban members from using it on personal devices, it does recommend caution.

Is Truecaller banned by Indian army?

BENGALURU: Caller ID app Truecaller said it is disappointing and saddening to learn that Truecaller is among the list of 89 apps being banned by the Indian Armed Forces for their personnel. Truecaller spokesperson said it is an app of Swedish origin that considers India it’s home.