India's Karnataka State Bans Social Media for Children Under 16
The Indian state of Karnataka has implemented a ban on social media access for children under the age of 16, citing concerns over their well-being.
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Karnataka becomes 1st Indian state to ban social media for children under 16
hindustan-timesSocial media access for under-16s to be banned in Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah
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Karnataka becomes 1st Indian state to ban social media for children under 16
Read full article →Social media access for under-16s to be banned in Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah
When implemented, Karnataka will be the first state in the country to restrict social media usage for children as governments globally seek to limit its impact
Read full article →India's tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
Read full article →Karnataka govt announces social media ban for children under age of 16
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced plans for a social media ban for children under 16 while presenting the 2026-27 state budget. He also criticized the central government for its alleged injustice to the state and urged greater sensitivity to Karnataka's demands, highlighting the state's leading role in national development and tax contributions.
By TOI CITY DESK
Read full article →India's tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
Karnataka bans social media for under-16s, citing rising concerns over children’s digital addiction
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