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{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2012-01-26",
"description": "Mobile Internet as a part of a larger mobile telephony ban was restricted on 26th January, 2012 as a standard security protocol.",
"source": "http://www.hindustantimes.com/india/mobile-phone-blackout-in-kashmir/story-UR9ES3PoX4jnASE5FuCZQN.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2012-08-15",
"description": "Mobile services were suspended on 15th August, 2012 as a precautionary measure for an hour owing to Independence Day.",
"source": "http://kashmirmediawatch.com/kashmir/mobile-service-suspended-in-kashmir-for-security-reasons/13187"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2012-09-21",
"description": "Mobile internet services were suspended on 21st September 2012 till 5:00 pm owing to the protests over the movie 'Innocence of Muslims'",
"source": "https://india.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/09/21/telecom-services-blocked-to-curb-protests-in-kashmir/?_r=0"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2013-01-26",
"description": "On the occasion of Republic Day, as a part of a security drill, mobile phone and Internet services were suspended on 26th January, 2013",
"source": "http://www.deccanherald.com/content/307793/mobile-phone-services-suspended-kashmir.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2013-02-09",
"description": "TV News channels and mobile Internet banned immediately after Afzal Guru's execution on 9th February, 2013 and restored on 15th February, 2013",
"source": "http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/mobile-internet-services-restored-in-kashmir-valley/articleshow/18527772.cms?intenttarget=no"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2013-07-18",
"description": "Disconnect of Internet services through mobiles & dongles in the Kashmir valley post the killing of four people in the Ramban district after clashes with the Border Security Forces (BSF)",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-news/Internet-services-suspended-in-Kashmir-Valley/articleshow/21145412.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2013-08-10",
"description": "The entire state experienced a blackout of mobile Internet services, lasting almost 5 days due to communal riots that spurred in the Kishtwar district of the state.",
"source": "http://thewire.in/2016/04/15/jammu-kashmir-has-lost-18-days-of-mobile-internet-access-over-last-four-years-29857/"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2013-08-15",
"description": "Mobile Internet and telephony services were suspended on 15th August, 2013 for security reasons on Independence Day.",
"source": "http://zeenews.india.com/news/jammu-and-kashmir/mobile-phone-services-suspended-in-kashmir_869121.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2014-01-26",
"description": "As a precautionary measure on 26th January, 2014, mobile Internet, along with mobile telecommunication services was suspended for a few hours.",
"source": "http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-phone-services-hit-in-kashmir-valley/articleshow/29396681.cms?intenttarget=no"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2014-02-09",
"description": "Due to organization of protests at the first death anniversary of Afzal Guru mobile Internet services, and internet through plugged in devices was blocked in most parts of the Kashmir valley as a precautionary measure against apprehended violence till around 5:30 pm on 10th February,2014",
"source": "http://www.livemint.com/Politics/rI4LLwxLZE8sgMGVHTse0M/Curfewlikerestrictions-in-Kashmir-Valley-mobile-Internet.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2014-03-14",
"description": "The Defence Ministry had asked the Department of Telecom to selectively ban mobile Internet in some places considered 'hot spots' in the state on 11th March, 2014. There is no information available about the restoration of services in the area. ",
"source": "http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/defence-ministry-seeks-selective-ban-on-mobile-internet-in-j-k-114031100760_1.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2014-03-17",
"description": "Internet blocked in parts of Kashmir to stop political leaders from addressing a UNHRC event in Geneva via video link on 17th March, 2014",
"source": "http://www.kmsnews.org/news/2014/03/18/india-shuts-down-internet-to-prevent-mirwaizs-address.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2014-08-15",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were blocked as a part of a security protocol on the occasion of Independence Day on 15th August, 2014. The services were restored within a few hours after the official ceremony was completed.",
"source": "economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-services-temporarily-suspended-in-kashmir-valley/articleshow/40308174.cms?intenttarget=no"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Vadodara"
],
"date": "2014-09-27",
"description": "Mobile Internet blocked for three days in Vadodara starting 27th to 30th September, 2014 after riots over a morphed picture of a Muslim religious shrine",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/vadodara/Internet-services-blocked-in-Vadodara-after-riots/articleshow/43674499.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Nagaland",
"date": "2015-03-07",
"description": "Mobile and broadband Internet services were suspended for 48 hours on 7th March, 2015, after lynching video of a rape accused goes viral",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Nagaland-blocks-internet-services-imposes-curfew-in-tense-Dimapur/articleshow/46497164.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Jammu"
],
"date": "2015-06-05",
"description": "Both, mobile and broadband Internet services were temporarily blocked in Jammu due to the ongoing clashes between the Sikh groups and the state police of Jammu & Kashmir on 5th June, 2015. Although broadband services were restored on 6th June, 2015, there is no information available about the restoration of mobile Internet services.",
"source": "http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/authorities-reach-agreement-with-sikh-community-in-jammu-769205"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2015-08-15",
"description": "Due to the sudden rise in militant activities in Kashmir, as a preventive measure, mobile Internet services were suspended from 8:30 am till 12:00 noon during the Independence Day celebrations in the area. Similar measures are adopted on both, Republic Day & Independence Day in the area every year.",
"source": "http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2015-08-15/news/65525213_1_mobile-internet-services-independence-day-bakshi-stadium"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"date": "2015-08-25",
"description": "Mobile Internet services shut down in entire state of Gujarat from 25th August to 2nd September, 2015 after Hardik Patel's mega rally for seeking OBC status for Patel community. Mobile internet remained blocked in Ahmedabad & Surat, even post 2nd September, 2015",
"source": "http://articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com/2015-09-02/news/66144045_1_statewide-ban-mobile-internet-social-media"
},
{
"state:name": "Manipur",
"date": "2015-09-02",
"description": "Complete Internet shut down (mobile and broadband, except for certain BSNL lines) starting 2nd September, 2015 after violence in Churachandpur district",
"source": "http://scroll.in/article/753108/why-a-blanket-ban-on-the-internet-in-troubled-manipur-is-not-a-good-idea"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Navsari"
],
"date": "2015-09-12",
"description": "From 12th September to 13th September, 2015, Internet services were cut off in the district of Navsari, Gujarat in lieu of a march organized by Hardik Patel & his affiliated political organization.",
"source": "http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-hardik-patel-detained-gujarat-suspends-mobile-net-and-sms-again-2126736"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Surat"
],
"date": "2015-09-19",
"description": "The city of Surat experienced suspension of mobile Internet services on 19th September, 2015 as Hardik Patel was detained by the police for violating prohibitory orders against taking out a rally in the area.",
"source": "http://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/Hardik-Arrested-in-Surat-Mobile-Internet-Banned/2015/09/19/article3036722.ece"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2015-09-25",
"description": "Mobile, and wireless Internet services were shut down during Eid celebrations on 25th September and 28th September, 2015, apprehending violence against the prohibition on cow slaughter and selling of beef in the State.",
"source": "http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/internet-ban-on-eid-fuels-anger-in-kashmir/article7699176.ece"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Godhara"
],
"date": "2015-09-25",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were shut down as a precautionary measure in Godhara for 24 hours on the occasion of Ganesh Visarjans, when derogatory messages against Islam started making rounds on Whatsapp on 28th September, 2015",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gujarat/gujarat-internet-services-in-godhra-suspended-for-24-hours/"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Jammu"
],
"date": "2015-10-08",
"description": "Jammu experienced suspension of mobile internet services on 8th October, 2015 for around 5 hours to prevent misuse of social media after three carcasses of slaughtered cows were found in the Udhampur area, and the organization of a beef party by an independent MLA",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/mobile-internet-services-cut-in-jammu-after-recovery-of-cows-carcasses/"
},
{
"state:name": "Meghalaya",
"districts": [
"Garo Hills"
],
"date": "2015-10-11",
"description": "Internet services were blocked in the Garo Hills region for 24 hours to prevent spread of inflammatory messages during the voting period for the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections.",
"source": "http://www.theshillongtimes.com/2015/10/13/admin-justifies-blocking-internet/"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Rajkot"
],
"date": "2015-10-17",
"description": "On 17th October, 2015, mobile Internet services were suspended for 2 days in Rajkot due to threats made by Hardik Patel to hold a protest in the stadium where a one day international cricket match was scheduled between the teams of India & South Africa. ",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/mobile-internet-services-banned-in-rajkot-as-patidar-threat-looms/"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bhilwara"
],
"date": "2015-10-24",
"description": "In an incident of communal tension over the alleged killing of a muslim youth, Internet services were suspended in Bhilwara for 24 hours on 24th October, 2015.",
"source": "http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/communal-tension-in-rajasthan-cities/article7800532.ece"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2015-11-07",
"description": "On the visit of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, the mobile Internet services were temporarily blocked in the Kashmir region as a precautionary measure for his high profile address at a public rally on 7th November, 2015. ",
"source": "http://www.firstpost.com/india/mobile-internet-services-blocked-in-kashmir-for-pm-modis-rally-in-srinagar-2498760.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2016-01-26",
"description": "On the occasion of Republic Day, mobile Internet services were snapped for a few hours as a precautionary measure on 26th January, 2016",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/republic-day-2016-celebrations-pass-off-peacefully-in-kashmir/"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Jhajjar",
"Panipat",
"Sonipat",
"Hisar",
"Rohtak",
"Jind",
"Bhiwani"
],
"date": "2016-02-19",
"description": "Subsequent to the Jat reservation protest in Haryana, mobile Internet, and SMS services were blocked in many areas, including Rohtak, Sonepat, and Jhajjar, beginning 19th February, 2016. ",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/rohtak-jat-reservation-mobile-internet-blocked-haryana/"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bharatpur"
],
"date": "2016-02-22",
"description": "Due to the agitations of the Jat community for reservations as OBC, Internet services were shut down on 22nd February, 2016 and restored on the evening of 23rd February, 2016 in the Bharatpur district. ",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/jat-quota-protests-in-rajasthan-districts-called-off/"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"date": "2016-02-28",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were suspended for 4 hours to prevent cheating on the Revenue Accountants Recruitment Exam on 28th February, 2016",
"source": "http://zeenews.india.com/news/india/mobile-internet-services-blocked-in-gujarat-know-why_1860264.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"date": "2016-02-28",
"districts":[
"Mehasana"
],
"description": "Mobile Internet services were suspended in the district of Mehasana on 28th February, 2016 for 12 hours from 8 am to 8 pm as the Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) decided to continue with their women's conference despite being officially refused permission by the district Government. ",
"source": "deshgujarat.com/2016/02/26/prohibitory-orders-and-mobile-internet-ban-in-mahesana-on-february-28/"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Jhajjar",
"Rohtak"
],
"date": "2016-03-18",
"description": "Mobile internet services were suspended in various districts in Haryana as a prohibitory measure in light of the possible re-agitation of the Jat community for classification as Other Backward Classes (OBC) on 18th March, 2016 and restored on the same day",
"source": "http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/jat-stir-mobile-internet-services-restored-in-haryana-1288663"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Srinagar",
"Pulwama"
],
"date": "2016-04-14",
"description": "To check rumor mongering about an incident that led to death of 4 people in a firing by security forces, mobile internet services were suspended in the area on 14th April, 2016 and restored on 18th April, 2016.",
"source": "http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/mobile-internet-services-restored-in-kashmir-valley-1396587"
},
{
"state:name": "Jharkhand",
"districts": [
"Bokaro"
],
"date": "2016-04-16",
"description": "Subsequent to the communal clashes in the town of Bokaro during the celebration of Ram Navami, internet services were cut off from 16th April, 2016 to 18th April, 2016 to prevent use of social media as a tool for spreading communal fear and hatred. ",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ranchi/Internet-services-blocked-in-Bokaro-after-communal-tension/articleshow/51856786.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Ahmedabad"
],
"date": "2016-04-17",
"description": "Pursuant to the Patel reservation agitation, mobile internet sevices were suspended in various parts of Gujarat on 17th April, 2016 and restored on 19th April, 2016",
"source": "www.dnaindia.com/india/report-patidar-agitation-internet-services-restored-in-gujarat-2203678"
},
{
"state:name": "Uttar Pradesh",
"districts": [
"Azamgarh"
],
"date": "2016-05-17",
"description": "In Azamgarh, local administration resorted to suspension of mobile & broadband services from 16th May, 2016 18th May, 2016 as a precautionary measure to check the outbreak of riots due to communal tension in the area. ",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/Internet-blocked-in-riot-hit-Azamgarh/articleshow/52300964.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Sonipat"
],
"date": "2016-06-04",
"description": "Mobile internet services were blocked in Sonipat, Haryana on 4th June, 2016 until further notice to prevent spread of misinformation prior to the agitation organized by the Jat community on 5th June, 2016",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/haryana-jat-quota-agitation-sonipat-mobile-internet-service-banned-2835078/"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Rohtak"
],
"date": "2016-06-05",
"description": "Mobile internet services and bulk SMS were blocked in Rohtak on 5th June, 2016 to curb the use of social media from instigating violence in the Jat agitation, along with the prolonged shut down in Sonipat.",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/jat-reservation-live-updates-protest-haryana-hisar-rohtak-jind-ambala-2835462/"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2016-06-15",
"description": "Mobile internet services were suspended in the entire state after a youth resorted to vandalization and desecration of a temple in Jammu, that led to a spur of violence in the region on 15th June, 2016. The services were reportedly restored on 18th June, 2016. ",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/jammu-temple-row-mobile-internet-services-restored-across-state-2861163/"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Poonch"
],
"date": "2016-06-22",
"description": "Over a controversial issue, mobile internet services were suspended in the Poonch district on 22nd June, 2016 on operational and security grounds and to prevent law and order situations and were restored on the same day.",
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/pir-panjal/mobile-internet-services-snapped-in-poonch/221112.html?fromNewsdog=1"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Jammu"
],
"date": "2016-06-22",
"description": "Mobile internet services were suspended in Jammu region ahead of a wrestling match, the venue for which is disputed between two communities, and experienced violence in 2014 as well.",
"source": "http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/article8756852.ece"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Barmer",
"Jaisalmer"
],
"date": "2016-06-30",
"description": "After the death of a person in police firing, mobile Internet services were shut down in Barmer and Jaisalmer for 48 hours on 30th June, 2016 as calls for a Bandh was announced by the community members of the person who was killed. ",
"source": "http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/mobile-internet-blocked-in-jaisalmer-barmer/articleshow/52992932.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2016-07-09",
"description": "Following the killing of Burhan Wani, Kashmir valley and the Jammu region experienced a suspension of mobile internet services to check the spread of rumors by anti-social elements on 9th July, 2016.However, mobile internet services were restored in Jammu region on 26th July, 2016; after being suspended for 17 days. Reportedly, mobile internet services were restored in Kashmir valley on 19th November for post paid connections and on 27th January, 2017 for pre-paid connections.",
"source": "https://scroll.in/latest/827906/prepaid-mobile-internet-services-restored-in-kashmir-after-six-months"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Jammu"
],
"date": "2016-08-05",
"description": "Due to bandhs being declared in the Chenab valley to show solidarity with protests being undertaken by Kashmiris, mobile internet services were suspended in Jammu region on 5th August, 2016.",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/internet-services-suspended-in-jammu-amid-mounting-tension-in-chenab-valley-2954958/"
},
{
"state:name": "Bihar",
"districts": [
"Saran"
],
"date": "2016-08-06",
"description": "Due to communal clashes in the Saran district after a video of the desecration of hindu deities went viral on social media, all internet services were shut down in the district under Section 144 of CrPC on 6th August, 2016 till 8th August, 2016 to prevent spread of rumors.",
"source": "http://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/bihar-bans-internet-services-as-communal-violence-breaks-out/340517/"
},
{
"state:name": "Arunachal Pradesh",
"districts": [
"Itanagar"
],
"date": "2016-08-10",
"description": "Mobile internet services were disrupted for two days in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh on 10th August, 2016 following the death of former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Kalikho Pul.",
"source": "http://www.telegraphindia.com/1160812/jsp/frontpage/story_101982.jsp#.V7aGI9GY7rd"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2016-08-13",
"description": "After the disconnect from mobile internet services since 9th July, 2016, broadband internet services were also suspended in the Kashmir valley on 13th August, 2016 for 5 days as a precautionary measure to prevent rumor mongering due to unrest between the protestors and the security forces. ",
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/day-41-curfew-continues-in-kashmir-broadband-services-restored/226038.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kashmir"
],
"date": "2016-09-12",
"description": "Ahead of Eid celebrations, broadband internet services were suspended in Kashmir on 12th September, 2016 as a precautionary measure in light of the ongoing violence in the region. These services were reportedly resumed on 17th September, 2016. However, mobile internet services remain suspended since 9th July, 2016",
"source": "http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/broadband-internet-services-resume-in-kashmir-valley-1459976"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bhilwara"
],
"date": "2016-09-16",
"description": "Internet services were blocked for a day in Bhilwara on 16th September, 2016 after the stabbing of a 21 year old Vishwa Hindu Parishad activist as he was returning home from Ganpati Puja.",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/Internet-blocked-in-Bhilwara-to-curb-spread-of-rumours/articleshow/54369844.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Uttar Pradesh",
"districts": [
"Bijnor"
],
"date": "2016-09-18",
"description": "Internet services were blocked in the Bijnor district on 18th September, 2016 for reportedly 48 hours after communal clashes ensued in the region due to the alleged sexual harassment of a muslim girl. ",
"source": "http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/internet-curfew-up-bijnor-communal-clashes-harassment/1/766952.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Maharashtra",
"districts": [
"Nashik"
],
"date": "2016-10-10",
"description": "Mobile internet services and bulk SMS were blocked for two days on 10th October, 2016 in Nashik district as protests emerged over the alleged rape attempt of a 5 year old girl by a teenage boy.",
"source": "http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/mobile-internet-services-suspended-in-protest-hit-nashik/story-chybNWRPW1j7mH0onDhJON.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Bihar",
"districts": [
"Bhojpur",
"East Champaran",
"Gopalganj"
],
"date": "2016-10-15",
"description": "Both, mobile and broadband internet services were disconnected from 15th October to prevent misuse of social media platforms due to violent communal clashes in the area. They were restored in Bhojpur on 18th October, 2016, whereas East Champaran was connected back to internet on 20th October, 2016.",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/patna/Bhojpur-administration-restores-internet-services/articleshow/54923867.cms"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag"
],
"date": "2016-12-08",
"description": "Mobile phone services were reportedly suspended in parts of Kashmir, including Anantnag on 8th December, 2016 as a gun-fight ensued between militants and the security forces.",
"source": "http://www.firstpost.com/india/kashmir-encounter-security-forces-engage-in-gunfight-in-anantnag-3145562.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bhilwara"
],
"date": "2016-12-13",
"description": "Internet services were suspended under Section 144 CrPC on 13th December, 2016 till 5:00 pm in Bhilwara district due to onslaught of communal tensions co-inciding with the preparations of a Muslim religious function, Barafwat",
"source": "rajasthanpatrika.patrika.com/story/bhilwara/section-144-imposed-in-bhilwara-ban-on-internet-2404590.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Manipur",
"districts": [
"East Imphal",
"West Imphal"
],
"date": "2016-12-18",
"description": "Orders were issued by the District Magistrate to disconnect mobile Internet services in East and West Imphal from 18th December, 2016 due to law and order turmoil over economic blockade by the United Naga Council (UNC). Mobile Internet services were reportedly restored on 30th December, 2016 after a 12 day disruption.",
"source": "http://neitham.in/manipur/after-12-day-ban-internet-services-in-manipur-to-be-restored-from-today-inuth-com/"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bhilwara"
],
"date": "2016-12-19",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were disrupted in the district of Bhilwara on 19th December, 2016 due to the ongoing communal tensions.",
"source": "www.samacharjagat.com/news/city/ban-on-mobile-internet-services-in-bhilwara-after-tension-police-force-deployed-115454"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bhilwara"
],
"date": "2016-12-27",
"description": "Internet services were suspended in the district of Bhilwara to maintain law and order for reportedly 72 hours starting 27th December, 2016 as the Nagrik Suraksha Manch (a citizens' group) called for a city wide Bandh to protest lack of action taken against the accused in the ongoing communal riots.",
"source": "http://www.sabguru.com/internet-services-blocked-in-bhilwara-city-for-72-hours/"
},
{
"state:name": "Nagaland",
"districts": [
"Wokha",
"Phek"
],
"date": "2017-01-19",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were suspended in <a target='_blank' href='https://issuu.com/nagalandpost90/docs/january_22__2017'>Wokha</a> and <a target='_blank' href='http://www.nagalandpost.com/channelnews/State/StateNews.aspx?news=TkVXUzEwMDEwODQ5MQ=='>Phek</a> districts starting 19th January, 2017 due to violence in the area on the issue of reservation in local body elections. The suspension later spread to the entire state of Nagaland on 30th January, 2017, and Internet services <a target='_blank' href='https://www.nagalandpost.com/ChannelNews/State/StateNews.aspx?news=TkVXUzEwMDExMDE4NA=='>resumed on 20th February</a>, 2017.",
"source": "https://issuu.com/nagalandpost90/docs/january_22__2017"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Jhajjar"
],
"date": "2017-01-29",
"description": "Owing to the agitations being held by the Jat community, mobile Internet services were suspended in Jhajjar starting 29th January, 2017.",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/jat-agitations-mobile-internet-services-blocked-in-jhajjar-4498224/"
},
{
"state:name": "Nagaland",
"date": "2017-01-30",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were disrupted in the entire state starting 30th January, 2017 as clashes ensued between the locals and police over the State government's decision to apply reservation in civic body elections. The services were <a href='https://www.nagalandpost.com/ChannelNews/State/StateNews.aspx?news=TkVXUzEwMDExMDE4NA=='>restored on 20th February</a>, 2017.",
"source": "http://morungexpress.com/firm-tyranny-dnyf/"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Rohtak",
"Bhiwani",
"Hisar",
"Sonipat",
"Panipat",
"Jassia"
],
"date": "2017-01-31",
"description": "Mobile Internet was suspended in districts of Rohtak, Bhiwani, Hisar, Sonipat, and Panipat starting 31st January, 2017 due to the ongoing Jat agitations in various parts of the state. ",
"source": "http://www.ptinews.com/news/8352337_Jat-stir-enters-third-day--remains-peaceful.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Jhajjar",
"Panipat",
"Sonipat",
"Hisar",
"Rohtak",
"Jind",
"Bhiwani"
],
"date": "2017-02-17",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were suspended indefinitely on 17th February, 2017 in the districts of Jhajjar, Panipat, Sonipat, Hisar, Rohtak, Jind, and Bhiwani following violent protests during the ongoing Jat agitations, and were reportedly restored on 19th February, 2017.",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/rohtak-jat-reservation-mobile-internet-blocked-haryana/"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Rohtak",
"Sonipat"
],
"date": "2017-02-25",
"description": "Internet services were suspended in the districts of Rohtak and Sonepat for 24 hours – from 5 pm on 25th February to 26th February, 2017 while the Jats observed 'Black Day' in Haryana on February 26, 2017. ",
"source": "http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/haryana/internet-services-suspended-in-sonepat/369471.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Rohtak",
"Sonipat",
"Jhajjar",
"Bhiwani",
"Panipat",
"Hisar",
"Kaithal",
"Charkhi Dadri",
"Fatehbad",
"Jind",
"Sirsa"
],
"date": "2017-03-18",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were suspended in 'sensitive' districts including Rohtak, Sonipat, Jhajjar, Bhiwani, Panipat, Hisar, Kaithal, Charkhi Dadri, Fatehabad, Jind and Sirsa on 18th March, 2017 in the wake of Jat protests outside the Parliament. The services were restored on 19th March, 2017.",
"source": "http://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/jat-reservation-stir-internet-services-restored-in-haryana-after-jats-call-off-march/594555/"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Sikar"
],
"date": "2017-03-31",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were suspended in the Sikar district of Rajasthan on 31st March, 2017 after clashes amongst youngsters during a religious procession resulted in stone-pelting, injuring one policeman.",
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/rajasthan-sec-144-imposed-mobile-internet-suspended-after-clash-in-sikir-district-4593891/"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2017-04-08",
"description": "Both, mobile and broadband services were suspended from midnight in three districts of Srinagar, Budgam, and Gandarbal on 8th April, 2017 as a precautionary measure to curb spread of rumors ahead of the Srinagar bypoll. However, the restriction on Internet services was extended to the entire Kashmir valley on 9th April, 2017 and is reportedly to be in force till 12th April, 2017, until the Anantnag bypoll.",
"source": "https://www.thequint.com/india/2017/04/09/internet-services-in-kashmir-to-be-suspended-separatists-call-for-two-day-shutdown"
},
{
"state:name": "Odisha",
"districts": [
"Bhadrak"
],
"date": "2017-04-09",
"description": "As a preventive measure in the area that recently witnessed communal violence over derogatory remarks about Hindu deities, Internet services were reportedly suspended for 48 hours under Section 5 of the Telegraph Act on 9 th April, 2017.",
"source": "http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2017/apr/10/internet-shut-down-in-bhadrak-for-48-hours-post-communal-violence-1591981--1.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2017-04-13",
"districts": [
"Badgam"
],
"description": "On 13th April, 2017, broadband services were suspended yet again in light of re-polling in 38 stations of Budgam district. Both, broadband services, as well as mobile Internet that was suspended since 9th April, 2017 was <a href='http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-train-services-resumed-internet-restored-1681310' target='_blank'>restored in the evening</a> of 13th April, 2017.",
"source": "https://kashmirobserver.net/2017/local-news/internet-snapped-day-yet-again-16710"
},
{
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"date": "2017-04-17",
"description": "Mobile Internet services were ordered to be suspended yet again on 17th April, 2017 as students across the Valley held protests against the recent clashes between students and police in Pulwama district. Moreover, social media websites were ordered to be restricted even on fixed line networks to restrict the spread of rumors and messages.",
"source": "http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/jammu-kashmir/mobile-internet-off-again-as-protests-grip-valley/393438.html"
},
{
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"date": "2017-04-18",
"districts": [
"Udaipur"
],
"description": "As a precautionary measure, <a href='http://rajasthanpatrika.patrika.com/story/udaipur/video-police-filed-case-against-accused-of-objectionable-comments-on-facebook-at-fatehnagar-udaipur-2549399.html' target='_blank'>mobile Internet services were suspended</a> in Udaipur and Fatehnagar areas on late <a href='http://rajasthanpatrika.patrika.com/story/udaipur/internet-banned-at-udaipur-2548991.html' target='_blank'>18th April, 2017</a> to curb the escalation of tensions over a social media post saying, <a href='' target='_blank'>'Pakistan zindabad hai, aur zindabad rahega.'</a>. The service was reported to be restored on 19th April, 2017.",
"source": "http://udaipurtimes.com/internet-services-suspended-in-udaipur-after-objectionable-social-media-comment/"
},
{
"state:name": "Odisha",
"date": "2017-04-19",
"districts": [
"Kendrapara"
],
"description": "Internet services were reportedly suspended for 48 hours in Kendrapara on 19th April, 2017 to prevent rumor mongering over a social media post with objectionable content.",
"source": "http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bhubaneswar/internet-service-suspended-in-odishas-kendrapara/articleshow/58263104.cms"
},
{
"date": "2017-05-24",
"state:name": "Uttar Pradesh",
"source": "http://www.timesnow.tv/india/article/mobile-internet-services-suspended-saharanpur-violent-clashes-dalit-rajput/61642",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended in Saharanpur on <a href=\"http://www.timesnow.tv/india/article/mobile-internet-services-suspended-saharanpur-violent-clashes-dalit-rajput/61642\" target=\"_blank\">24th April, 2017</a> to contain rumour mongering on social media amid violent caste based clashes between Dalit and Rajput community.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive",
"districts": [
"Saharanpur"
]
},
{
"date": "2017-05-27",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-suspended-in-kashmir/articleshow/58871234.cms",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended yet again in the Kashmir Valley region as a precautionary measure on <a href=\"http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-suspended-in-kashmir/articleshow/58871234.cms\" target=\"_blank\">27th May, 2017</a> in order to check rumour mongering following the encounter of a Hizbul terrorist.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive"
},
{
"date": "2017-06-05",
"state:name": "Maharashtra",
"districts": [
"Nashik"
],
"source": "http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/nation/farmers-stir-z-category-security-for-milk-trucks-in-maharashtra/417851.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended in Nashik for <a href=\"http://indianexpress.com/article/india/maharashtra-farmers-strike-rural-areas-shut-down-cities-not-affected-much-4690816/\" target=\"_blank\">a few hours<\/a> on <a href=\"http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/nation/farmers-stir-z-category-security-for-milk-trucks-in-maharashtra/417851.html\" target=\"_blank\">5th June, 2017<\/a> as the State-wide strike called by farmers turned violent in the former area.<\/p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive",
"duration": 3
},
{
"date": "2017-06-06",
"state:name": "Madhya Pradesh",
"districts": [
"Mandsaur",
"Ratlam",
"Ujjain",
"Neemuch",
"Indore",
"Dewas"
],
"source": "http://www.firstpost.com/india/mandsaur-farmers-protest-one-killed-four-injured-after-police-firing-in-madhya-pradesh-3523001.html",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in the districts of <a href=\"http://www.firstpost.com/india/mandsaur-farmers-protest-one-killed-four-injured-after-police-firing-in-madhya-pradesh-3523001.html\" target=\"_blank\">Mandsaur, Ratlam, Ujjain<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.oneindia.com\/india\/farmer-killed-in-police-firing-in-madhya-pradesh-many-injured-2455854.html\" target=\"_blank\">Neemuch<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.deccanchronicle.com\/nation\/current-affairs\/060617\/mp-2-killed-4-injured-as-police-opens-fire-at-farmers-protest.html\" target=\"_blank\">Indore, Dewas <\/a>on 6th June, 2017 following the farmers\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 protest in Madhya Pradesh demanding higher rates for their produce.<\/p>",
"networksAffected": "",
"nature": "preventive"
},
{
"date": "2017-06-07",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/mobile-internet-services-suspended-in-kashmir-after-civilian-s-death/story-2NkKH4w71aDWLIfmH2DUoK.html",
"description": "<p>Kashmir Valley witnessed another suspension of mobile Internet services on <a href=\"http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/mobile-internet-services-suspended-in-kashmir-after-civilian-s-death/story-2NkKH4w71aDWLIfmH2DUoK.html\" target=\"_blank\">7th June, 2017<\/a> after the death of a civilian in firing by security forces.<\/p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive"
},
{
"date": "2017-06-08",
"state:name": "Uttar Pradesh",
"districts": [
"Saharanpur"
],
"source": "http://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/saharanpur-violence-minutes-after-bhim-armys-chandrashekhar-arrested-authorities-suspend-internet-services/708019/",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in Saharanpur district yet again on <a href=\"http://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/saharanpur-violence-minutes-after-bhim-armys-chandrashekhar-arrested-authorities-suspend-internet-services/708019/\" target=\"_blank\">8th June, 2017</a> following the arrest of the main accused in Saharanpur violence, for a period of two days, to prevent any unrest.</p>",
"lastUpdate": "Thu Jun 08 2017 12:26:47 GMT+0000 (UTC)",
"networksAffected": "",
"nature": "preventive"
},
{
"date": "2017-06-16",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-blocked-in-kashmir/articleshow/59174874.cms",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet was shutdown again in Kashmir Valley on <a href=\"http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-blocked-in-kashmir/articleshow/59174874.cms\" target=\"_blank\">16th June, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure after firing by the security forces’caused the death of a youth leading to escalated tensions in the region.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"lastUpdate": "Fri Jun 16 2017 12:00:35 GMT+0000 (UTC)",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-06-18",
"state:name": "West Bengal",
"districts": [
"Darjiling"
],
"source": "http://www.businesstoday.in/current/economy-politics/darjeeling-latest-updates-mobile-internet-blocked-economic-activity-halts-as-gorkhaland-agitation-intensifies/story/254639.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were blocked in Darjeeling on <a href=\"http://www.businesstoday.in/current/economy-politics/darjeeling-latest-updates-mobile-internet-blocked-economic-activity-halts-as-gorkhaland-agitation-intensifies/story/254639.html\" target=\"_blank\">18th June, 2017</a> following deaths of party supporters in violent clashes between the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha and security forces after the former called for a complete strike in its agitation for a separate Gorkhalnd.</p>",
"lastUpdate": "Mon Jun 19 2017 07:15:50 GMT+0000 (UTC)",
"active": false,
"verified": false,
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive"
},
{
"date": "2017-06-20",
"state:name": "West Bengal",
"districts": [
"Darjiling"
],
"source": "http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-darjeeling-unrest-internet-services-face-complete-shutdown-2479227",
"description": "<p>Days after mobile Internet services were shutdown in Darjeeling, broadband services were also suspended in the area for a period of 7 days on <a href=\"http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-darjeeling-unrest-internet-services-face-complete-shutdown-2479227\" target=\"_blank\">20th June, 2017</a> in the interest of public safety, following the indefinite strike by Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) for a separate Gorkhaland.</p>",
"networksAffected": "broadband",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-06-30",
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Churu",
"Nagaur"
],
"source": "http://www.hindustantimes.com/jaipur/anandpal-encounter-court-orders-fresh-autopsy-rajasthan-bans-internet-in-churu-nagaur/story-1aVMWm7sNCwWqaxblIFNlK.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet was suspended on <a href=\"http://www.hindustantimes.com/jaipur/anandpal-encounter-court-orders-fresh-autopsy-rajasthan-bans-internet-in-churu-nagaur/story-1aVMWm7sNCwWqaxblIFNlK.html\" target=\"_blank\">30th June, 2017</a> to prevent rumour mongering after the protests by the Rajput community over the encounter killing of gangster intensified.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-01",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/south-kashmir-encounter-mobile-internet-services-shut-in-anantnag/253564.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were shutdown on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/south-kashmir-encounter-mobile-internet-services-shut-in-anantnag/253564.html\" target=\"_blank\">1st July, 2017</a> to prevent rumour mongering on social media websites after violent clashes between militants and government forces in Brenthi Dialgam village.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-05",
"state:name": "West Bengal",
"source": "http://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/west-bengal-communal-violence-baduria-internet-services-disrupted-mamata-banerjee-facebook-post-north-24-parganas-protest/749676/",
"description": "<p>Baduria and Basirhat areas of North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal saw suspension of Internet services on <a href=\"http://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/west-bengal-communal-violence-baduria-internet-services-disrupted-mamata-banerjee-facebook-post-north-24-parganas-protest/749676/\" target=\"_blank\">5th July, 2017</a> after violent communal clashes broke out over an objectionable Facebook post by a 17 year old boy.</p>",
"active": false,
"verified": false,
"lastUpdate": "Wed Jul 05 2017 16:16:31 GMT+0000 (UTC)",
"districts": [
"North 24 Parganas"
],
"nature": "reactive"
},
{
"date": "2017-07-06",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"duration": 55,
"source": "http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/internet-suspended-in-kashmir-ahead-of-burhan-wanis-death-anniversary-1721598",
"description": "<p>Both mobile and broadband Internet services were suspended in the Kashmir Valley on <a href=\"http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/internet-suspended-in-kashmir-ahead-of-burhan-wanis-death-anniversary-1721598\" target=\"_blank\">6th July, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure in view of law and order situations on the first death anniversary of Hizbul Mujahideen 'commander' Burhan Wani. While the 2G mobile Internet services were restored on the night of 8th July, 2017, broadband services were restored in the morning of<a href=\"http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-restored-in-kashmir-valley/articleshow/59511364.cms\" target=\"_blank\"> 9th July, 2017.</a></p>",
"networksAffected": "both",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-10",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "http://www.news18.com/news/india/internet-services-suspended-in-kashmir-1457457.html",
"description": "<p>Just a day after the Internet services were restored, both mobile and broadband Internet services were again suspended in the Kashmir Valley in the night of <a href=\"http://www.news18.com/news/india/internet-services-suspended-in-kashmir-1457457.html\" target=\"_blank\">10th July, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure after the appeal of separatists to people to launch a \"Kashmir awareness\" campaign on social media on 11th July.</p>",
"networksAffected": "both",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-10",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Jammu"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/jammu/internet-services-suspended-in-jammu-after-killing-of-amarnath-yatris-in-kashmir/254426.html",
"description": "<p>Both Internet and broadband services were suspended in Jammu late at night on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/jammu/internet-services-suspended-in-jammu-after-killing-of-amarnath-yatris-in-kashmir/254426.html\" target=\"_blank\">10th July, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure following the killing of Amarnath pilgrims in a militant attack in the Kashmir Valley.</p>",
"networksAffected": "both",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-11",
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Bikaner",
"Churu",
"Nagaur",
"Sikar"
],
"duration": 35,
"source": "http://www.india.com/hindi-news/india-hindi/rajasthan-section-144-imposed-internet-services-suspended-till-tomorrow-in-nagaur-churu-sikar-and-bikaner/",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in the evening of <a href=\"http://www.india.com/hindi-news/india-hindi/rajasthan-section-144-imposed-internet-services-suspended-till-tomorrow-in-nagaur-churu-sikar-and-bikaner/\" target=\"_blank\">11th July, 2017</a> in the districts of Nagaur, Bikaner, Churu and Sikar to prevent spread of rumours after the violence in Sanvrad with Rajput community demanding Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) enquiry in the encounter of gangster Anand Pal Singh. The services reportedly resumed on <a href=\"http://www.huffingtonpost.in/2017/07/13/sec-144-imposed-in-4-districts-of-rajasthan-after-violent-protes_a_23027445/\" target=\"_blank\">14th July, 2017.</a></p>",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-14",
"state:name": "Gujarat",
"districts": [
"Surendranagar"
],
"duration": 81,
"source": "http://www.firstpost.com/india/caste-based-violence-kills-two-in-gujarat-internet-services-snapped-in-morbi-surendranagar-districts-3812289.html",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in Morbi and Surendranagar districts of Gujarat on <a href=\"http://www.firstpost.com/india/caste-based-violence-kills-two-in-gujarat-internet-services-snapped-in-morbi-surendranagar-districts-3812289.html\" target=\"_blank\">14th July, 2017</a> to prevent rumour mongering on social media following violent clashes between members of Bharwad and Rajput communities. The services were restored on <a href=\"http://indianexpress.com/article/india/ahmedabad/caste-violence-in-morbi-surendranagar-cop-transferred-mobile-net-restored/\" target=\"_blank\">18th July, 2017.</a></p>",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-16",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "www.risingkashmir.com/news/thousands-attend-funeral-prayers-of-militants-in-pulwama",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were shut down yet again as a precautionary measure in Kashmir Valley on <a href=\"http://www.risingkashmir.com/news/thousands-attend-funeral-prayers-of-militants-in-pulwama\" target=\"_blank\">16th July, 2017</a> following the killing of militants in gun-battle with forces on 15th July.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-18",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/high-speed-mobile-internet-broadband-services-suspended-in-anantnag-in-south-kashmir/255150.html",
"description": "<p>While mobile Internet services were already shut, broadband services too were snapped in Kashmir Valley on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/high-speed-mobile-internet-broadband-services-suspended-in-anantnag-in-south-kashmir/255150.html\" target=\"_blank\">18th July, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure after the killing of three terrorist in an encounter with the security forces.</p>",
"networksAffected": "broadband",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-20",
"state:name": "Tripura",
"districts": [
"Dhalai",
"North Tripura",
"South Tripura",
"West Tripura"
],
"source": "http://www.tripurainfoway.com/news-details/TN/87940/Union+Home+Ministry%27s+stern+warning%2C+BJP%27s+bold+stand%2C+lack+of+food%2Cshelter+force+IPFT+to+end+NH-8+blockade+on+Thursday+%3A+11+days+blockade+marks+Tripura+CM%27s+massive+failure.html",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in Tripura on the morning of <a href=\"http://www.tripurainfoway.com/news-details/TN/87940/Union+Home+Ministry%27s+stern+warning%2C+BJP%27s+bold+stand%2C+lack+of+food%2Cshelter+force+IPFT+to+end+NH-8+blockade+on+Thursday+%3A+11+days+blockade+marks+Tripura+CM%27s+massive+failure.html\" target=\"_blank\">20th July, 2017</a> to prevent Indigenous Peoples Front of Tripura (IPFT) from spreading false propoganda following the eleven day blockade demanding a separate tribal State ‘Tipraland’.</p>",
"networksAffected": "",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-21",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Badgam"
],
"duration": 75,
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/youth-clash-with-forces-in-beerwah-internet-suspended/255454.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/youth-clash-with-forces-in-beerwah-internet-suspended/255454.html\" target=\"_blank\">21st July, 2017</a> in Budgam district of Kashmir as a precautionary measure after a young tailor was killed in army firing in Beerwah town of the district. The services were reported to have been restored on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/kashmir-high-speed-mobile-internet-restored-in-budgam-after-four-day-suspension/255727.html\" target=\"_blank\">25th July, 2017</a>, four days after they were suspended.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-07-30",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Pulwama"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/tahab-gunfight-internet-services-shut-in-pulwama-clashes-erupt/256187.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended in Pulwama district of Kashmir on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/tahab-gunfight-internet-services-shut-in-pulwama-clashes-erupt/256187.html\" target=\"_blank\">30th July, 2017</a> as a preventive measure to prevent spreading of rumours following the killing of two militants in a shootout in Tahab village.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-01",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"source": "http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-suspended-across-kashmir-valley/articleshow/59860448.cms",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended yet again across Kashmir on <a href=\"http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/mobile-internet-services-suspended-across-kashmir-valley/articleshow/59860448.cms\" target=\"_blank\">1st August, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure fearing clashes after the killing of Lashkar-e-Toiba commander Abu Dujana and his aide in an encounter with the security forces. The services were restored on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/mobile-internet-services-restored-in-kashmir/256496.html\" target=\"_blank\">2nd August, 2017</a> after remaining suspended for over 24 hours.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": true,
"duration": 29
},
{
"date": "2017-08-05",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Baramula"
],
"source": "http://www.risingkashmir.com/news/amargrahencounter-cellular-mobile-internet-services--suspended--in-baramulla",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended in Baramulla district of Kashmir as a precautionary measure on <a href=\"http://www.risingkashmir.com/news/amargrahencounter-cellular-mobile-internet-services--suspended--in-baramulla\" target=\"_blank\">5th August, 2017</a> after three LeT militants were killed in an encounter with the security forces in the Sopore town of the district.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-09",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Pulwama"
],
"source": "http://kashmirlife.net/tral-gunfight-cellular-internet-services-suspended-in-pulwama-district-147819/",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in Pulwama district of Kashmir on <a href=\"http://kashmirlife.net/tral-gunfight-cellular-internet-services-suspended-in-pulwama-district-147819/\" target=\"_blank\">9th August, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure after three militants were killed in a gunfight with the Government forces in the Tral township. However, the services on state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited remained functional.</p>",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-13",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kulgam",
"Shupiyan"
],
"source": "https://kashmirobserver.net/2017/local-news/3-militants-2-soldiers-killed-shopian-21849",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in Shopian and Kulgam district of Kashmir on <a href=\"https://kashmirobserver.net/2017/local-news/3-militants-2-soldiers-killed-shopian-21849\" target=\"_blank\">13th August, 2017</a> to prevent the spreading of information after three Hizbul Mujahideen militants including the operations commander, and two army men were killed in an encounter.</p>",
"networksAffected": "",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-15",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Anantnag",
"Badgam",
"Bandipore",
"Baramula",
"Ganderbal",
"Kupwara",
"Pulwama",
"Srinagar"
],
"duration": 3,
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/cellular-internet-services-snapped-in-kashmir-on-i-day/257702.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile and broadband Internet services were suspended in the Kashmir valley in the morning of <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/cellular-internet-services-snapped-in-kashmir-on-i-day/257702.html\" target=\"_blank\">15th August, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure on Independence Day. Services were reportedly restored later in the day.</p>",
"networksAffected": "both",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-16",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Pulwama"
],
"duration": 0,
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/internet-services-snapped-in-pulwama-after-killing-of-let-commander-ayub-lelhari/257804.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended yet again in Pulwama district of Kashmir on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/internet-services-snapped-in-pulwama-after-killing-of-let-commander-ayub-lelhari/257804.html\" target=\"_blank\">16th August, 2017 </a>to prevent rumour mongering after a Lashkar commander was killed in a gunfight with the security forces.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-24",
"state:name": "Punjab",
"districts": [
"Amritsar",
"Barnala",
"Bathinda",
"Faridkot",
"Fatehgarh Sahib",
"Firozpur",
"Gurdaspur",
"Hoshiarpur",
"Jalandhar",
"Kapurthala",
"Ludhiana",
"Mansa",
"Moga",
"Muktsar",
"Patiala",
"Rupnagar",
"Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar",
"Sangrur",
"Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar",
"Tarn Taran"
],
"duration": 81,
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-dera-sacha-sauda-chief-rape-case-cbi-punjab-haryana-security-dera-followers-live-updates-4810979/",
"description": "<p>Ahead of the verdict in the rape case against Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, mobile Internet services were suspended in Punjab on <a href=\"http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-dera-sacha-sauda-chief-rape-case-cbi-punjab-haryana-security-dera-followers-live-updates-4810979/\" target=\"_blank\">24th August, 2017</a> for 72 hours as a precautionary measure anticipating violent backlash from the Dera followers. The ban was further extended till <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/internet-services-suspended-in-pulwama-after-fidayeen-storm-district-police-lines/258693.html\" target=\"_blank\">29th August, 2017</a>.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-24",
"state:name": "Chandigarh",
"districts": [
"Chandigarh"
],
"duration": 72,
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-dera-sacha-sauda-chief-rape-case-cbi-punjab-haryana-security-dera-followers-live-updates-4810979/",
"description": "<p>Ahead of the verdict in the rape case against Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, mobile Internet services were suspended in Chandigarh on <a href=\"http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-dera-sacha-sauda-chief-rape-case-cbi-punjab-haryana-security-dera-followers-live-updates-4810979/\" target=\"_blank\">24th August, 2017</a> for 72 hours as a precautionary measure anticipating violent backlash from the Dera followers.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-24",
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Ambala",
"Bhiwani",
"Faridabad",
"Fatehabad",
"Gurgaon",
"Hisar",
"Jhajjar",
"Jind",
"Kaithal",
"Karnal",
"Kurukshetra",
"Mahendragarh",
"Mewat",
"Palwal",
"Panchkula",
"Panipat",
"Rewari",
"Rohtak",
"Sirsa",
"Sonipat",
"Yamunanagar"
],
"duration": 80,
"source": "http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-dera-sacha-sauda-chief-rape-case-cbi-punjab-haryana-security-dera-followers-live-updates-4810979/",
"description": "<p>Ahead of the verdict in the rape case against Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, mobile Internet services were suspended in Haryana on <a href=\"http://indianexpress.com/article/india/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-dera-sacha-sauda-chief-rape-case-cbi-punjab-haryana-security-dera-followers-live-updates-4810979/\" target=\"_blank\">24th August, 2017</a> for 72 hours as a precautionary measure anticipating violent backlash from the Dera followers. The ban was further extended till <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/internet-services-suspended-in-pulwama-after-fidayeen-storm-district-police-lines/258693.html\" target=\"_blank\">29th August, 2017</a>. While the internet was restored in other parts, it continued to remain suspended in seven 'sensitive' districts of Haryana till <a href=\"http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/dera-chief-sentencing-mobile-internet-remains-suspended-in-sensitive-parts-of-haryana-1743400\" target=\"_blank\">30th August, 2017</a>.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": true
},
{
"date": "2017-08-25",
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Ganganagar",
"Hanumangarh"
],
"duration": 48,
"source": "http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/ram-rahim-verdict-violence-in-sriganganagar-prohibitory-orders-imposed/article19562071.ece",
"description": "<p>Following the conviction of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in a rape case, mobile Internet services were suspended in the districts of Sriganganagar and Hanumangarh on <a href=\"http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/ram-rahim-verdict-violence-in-sriganganagar-prohibitory-orders-imposed/article19562071.ece\" target=\"_blank\">25th August, 2017</a> for 48 hours in response to the violent backlash from the Dera followers.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-08-26",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Pulwama"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/internet-services-suspended-in-pulwama-after-fidayeen-storm-district-police-lines/258693.html",
"description": "<p>After a 'Fidayeen' attack by the militants on District Police Lines, mobile Internet services were suspended in Pulwama district of Kashmir on <a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/internet-services-suspended-in-pulwama-after-fidayeen-storm-district-police-lines/258693.html\" target=\"_blank\">26th August, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure to prevent law and order situation.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-02",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Shupiyan",
"Kulgam"
],
"source": "http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/jammu-and-kashmir-terrorist-kulgam-behibagh-encounter/1/1039209.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended in Shopian and Kulgam districts in Jammu and Kashmir on <a href=\"http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/jammu-and-kashmir-terrorist-kulgam-behibagh-encounter/1/1039209.html\" target=\"_blank\">2nd September, 2017</a> as a reactive measure after clashes broke out following the killing of a LeT terrorist in an encounter with the security forces.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-04",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kupwara"
],
"source": "http://brighterkashmir.com/internet-services-snapped-again-in-kashmirs-kupwara-district/",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were suspended yet again in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir on <a href=\"http://brighterkashmir.com/internet-services-snapped-again-in-kashmirs-kupwara-district/\" target=\"_blank\">4th September, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure after two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in a gunfight in Sopore district of Kashmir.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-05",
"state:name": "Bihar",
"districts": [
"Madhepura",
"Supaul",
"Saharsa",
"Purnia",
"Araria",
"Kishanganj",
"Katihar"
],
"duration": 30,
"source": "http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/internet-services-suspended-in-7-districts-of-bihar-after-carcasses-found-floating-in-canal/story-QI1kptjbOc4fMA7gpeofwJ.html",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended in seven districts of Bihar on <a href=\"http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/internet-services-suspended-in-7-districts-of-bihar-after-carcasses-found-floating-in-canal/story-QI1kptjbOc4fMA7gpeofwJ.html\" target=\"_blank\">5th September, 2017</a> as a precautionary measure to prevent spread of rumours following communal tensions after dozens of slaughthered cattle carcasses were found floating in a canal in Bihar's Madhepura district.</p>",
"networksAffected": "",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": false,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-08",
"state:name": "Haryana",
"districts": [
"Sirsa"
],
"duration": 34,
"source": "http://www.livemint.com/Politics/mg1CAv5kKUBkE8IBEBGBVI/Mobile-internet-services-suspended-in-Sirsa.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet sevices were suspended in Sirsa district of Haryana on 8th September, 2017 till 10th September to prevent rumour mongering and disturbance of public order in view of the 'sanitisation' process being carried out at the Dera Sacha Sauda headquarters.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"verified": true,
"active": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-09",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Baramula"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/gunfight-rages-in-sopore-in-north-kashmir-internet-suspended-schools-closed/259772.html",
"description": "<p>Internet services were suspended on 9th September, 2017 in the Sopore town of Baramula district in Jammu and Kashmir as a preventive measure after a gunfight between militants and security forces broke out in the town.</p>",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-09",
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Jaipur"
],
"source": "https://www.thequint.com/news/india/jaipur-ramganj-violence-curfew",
"description": "<p>Mobile Internet services were imposed in several parts of Jaipur city in Rajasthan on <a href=\"https://www.thequint.com/news/india/jaipur-ramganj-violence-curfew\" target=\"_blank\">9th September, 2017</a> as a reactive measure after one person was killed and 11 others were injured in a clash between locals and police personnels in the city.</p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "reactive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-11",
"state:name": "Jammu and Kashmir",
"districts": [
"Kulgam",
"Anantnag"
],
"source": "http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/khudwani-gunfight-internet-services-suspended-in-kulgam-anantnag-districts/259939.html",
"description": "<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px;\">Mobile Internet services were suspended in Kulgam and Anantnag districts of Jammu and Kashmir on </span><a href=\"http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/kashmir/khudwani-gunfight-internet-services-suspended-in-kulgam-anantnag-districts/259939.html\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px;\">11th September, 2017</a><span style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px;\"> to prevent spreading of rumours after two militants were killed in a gunfight with government forces.</span></p>",
"networksAffected": "mobile",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
},
{
"date": "2017-09-11",
"state:name": "Rajasthan",
"districts": [
"Sikar"
],
"source": "http://www.news18.com/news/india/sikar-standoff-farmers-lay-siege-to-collectorate-internet-services-shut-1515473.html",
"description": "<p>Mobile and broadband Internet services were suspended in Sikar district of Rajasthan on <a href=\"http://www.news18.com/news/india/sikar-standoff-farmers-lay-siege-to-collectorate-internet-services-shut-1515473.html\" target=\"_blank\">11th September, 2017</a> to prevent law and order circumstances after the situation became intense with farmers setting off on a march to seize the collectorate following the ongoing farmers' protest in the State.</p>",
"networksAffected": "both",
"nature": "preventive",
"active": false,
"verified": false
}
]
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