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Centre Asks GitHub to Block Bitchat Messaging App
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The Centre has directed GitHub to disable access to repositories hosting Bitchat, an offline messaging application developed by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey.
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Centre Asks GitHub to Block Bitchat Messaging App
The Centre has directed GitHub to disable access to repositories hosting Bitchat, an offline messaging application developed by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey. The order comes amid students' protests in Delhi, with the government seeking to restrict communication. The protests, led by students at Jantar Mantar, have seen the use of Bitchat as a means of communication, with the government seeking to restrict access to the app. The order is a significant moment for the region, with the government seeking to address the protests and maintain order. The use of Bitchat has been a key aspect of the protests, with students using the app to communicate and organize.
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