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A whistleblower provided us with a cache of blocking orders for websites issued in India. These contain more than 64 documents and provide explanations for the blocking of about 4398 websites. #WhatTheBlock 1/6
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We are making them available as they form an essential resource for the public & researchers. As per our initial analysis a majority of website blocking is being done due to copyright claims and court orders. Confirms prior analysis. #WhatTheBlock 2/6
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This is in continuation of our past work on reforming the website blocking process which is secretive. Includes interventions on @telegram's web domain, @WeTransferand many more. #WhatTheBlock 3/6
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YOUR MERCH PACKAGES ARE ON THE WAY!
The IFF Membership Merchandise has been dispatched early last week. We packed it following all social distancing measures. You will be receiving your merch soon. Don't forget to tag us here when you receive it! 1/n

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There are some states that still aren't accepting interstate couriers, so there might be some delays. Rest assured, they have already been dispatched and will be delivered when deliveries open again for your states. 2/n
We have 200 members in total who fund us and provide support on a monthly basis. Our membership tiers starts from as low as Rs. 100 per month. Become a member with us today and receive your merch with the second dispatch! Sign-up today! 3/n
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The Mumbai Police issued an order that prohibits the spread of certain information through social media platforms on May 23, 2020. We have sent a representation to the Mumbai Police & the Maharashtra Home Dept. to review and amend the order. 1/10

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The Mumbai Police on May 23, 2020 issued an Order under Section 144, CrPC for regulation of social media use and to curb the spread of disinformation related to the COVID-19 pandemic. 2/10

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Under paragraph 4 of the Order, prohibited information includes incorrect and distorted facts as well as derogatory and discriminatory remarks which cause panic and confusion among the general public and incite mistrust towards the government. 3/10
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Two days back there was an alarming report that millions of sensitive personal records were exposed due to a security vulnerability by @CSCegov_. We sprung into action and wrote to the IT Ministry. 1/5

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The report published by the website, “vpnMentor” a website that provided for on-boarding services for BHIM (a UPI payment app) contained a security vulnerability. Records made vulnerable included Aadhaar documents and caste certificates. 2/5

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The vulnerability had impacted the data breach of more than 7 million records impacting those from semi-urban and rural backgrounds. Leaving them vulnerable to identity theft, fraud and viral attacks. Meanwhile digital frauds are on the rise. 3/5

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Help IFF retain its sustainability, transparency and independence by helping us reach our goal of 50 new member sign-ups this month. Adding 50 members will make a big impact on our finances and will help us go a long way. Become a member today!
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We have 176 members so far who fund us and provide support on a monthly basis. Our membership tiers starts from as low as Rs. 100 per month and go on upto Rs. 1500 per month. Choose your tier and sign up right away.
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Even though much of the world is on pause, our cause of protecting your digital rights never stops. If you like our work, consider becoming a member. If you're already a member, please share the sign-up link with people who you think can help us.

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