Why Did X Block Reuters in India? What We Know So Far

X has blocked Reuters accounts in India, sparking censorship concerns. Here's what happened, why it matters, and how it could escalate.
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Why Did X Block Reuters in India? What We Know So Far
Why X Blocked Reuters in India: What Users Need to Know If you’ve recently tried to access the Reuters account on X (formerly Twitter) from India and found it unavailable, you’re not alone. As of July 6, 2025, both the main Reuters account and the Reuters World account appear to be blocked for users in India. This action has triggered concerns over online censorship, legal transparency, and the growing tensions between tech platforms and governments. With 25 million followers, Reuters is one of the most influential global news outlets—and its sudden disappearance from X’s Indian platform raises critical questions. Why did X block Reuters in India? Was this truly due to a government order, or is something else going on? Image Credits:Matt Cardy/ Getty Images Legal Uncertainty Around X’s Decision to Block Reuters According to multiple reports, users in India attempting to view @Reuters on X are now greeted with the message that the account "has been withheld in IN (India) in response t…