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India Bans 16 Pakistani YouTube Channels Amid Rising Tensions: Full List Revealed

Purushottam Tiwari
By Purushottam Tiwari

Published on: May 01, 2025
By: BTI
Location: New Delhi, India

In a major diplomatic and security development following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian government has officially banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels. These platforms, which were widely followed across India for their drama and news content, were accused of spreading misinformation, promoting false propaganda, and inciting communal tensions.

Among the banned channels are some of the most popular platforms known for their influential drama series and extensive news coverage. Shows like Zindagi Gulzar Hai, Humsafar, and Tere Bin have long enjoyed a massive fanbase in India, contributing to the popularity of Pakistani dramas. However, the Indian government’s latest action has marked a decisive shift in the entertainment and media landscape, reflecting increasing concerns over national security.

The Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting stated that the banned channels were engaged in activities that undermined India’s sovereignty, with content aimed at attacking Indian institutions, particularly its Army and security forces. This crackdown is seen as a response to the terror attack in Pahalgam, as the Indian government has also suspended visas for Pakistani nationals and sealed border transit points.

Below is the full list of the 16 Pakistani YouTube Channels banned by the Indian government:

  1. Dawn News – 1.96 million subscribers
  2. Irshad Bhatti – 827K subscribers
  3. Samaa TV – 12.7 million subscribers
  4. ARY News – 14.6 million subscribers
  5. BOL News – 7.85 million subscribers
  6. Raftar – 804K subscribers
  7. The Pakistan Reference – 288K subscribers
  8. Geo News – 18.1 million subscribers
  9. Samaa Sports – 73.5K subscribers
  10. GNN – 3.54 million subscribers
  11. Uzair Cricket – 288K subscribers
  12. Umar Cheema Exclusive – 125K subscribers
  13. Asma Shirazi – 133K subscribers
  14. Muneeb Farooq – 165K subscribers
  15. SUNO News HD – 1.36 million subscribers
  16. Razi Naama – 270K subscribers

The Indian government’s actions underline its increasing focus on curbing content deemed harmful to national security, with the emphasis on preventing cross-border misinformation and propaganda. The bans are also part of broader diplomatic measures following escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

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