Popular social networking platform TikTok returned to Google and Apple app stores almost a week after Madras High Court lifted the ban on new downloads. Earlier this month, the Madras High Court had asked the government to impose a ban on downloads of TikTok for “encouraging pornography” and exposing underage children to sexual predators. Last week, the Madras High Court lifted the ban on the download but with a warning that TikTok would face a contempt of court if pornographic material was uploaded on the platform. We are committed to continuously enhancing our safety features as a testament to our ongoing commitment to our users in India,” TikTok had said in a statement soon after the court’s order. It is also backed by Japan’s SoftBank Group Corp.WATCH: Madras HC asks Centre to ban TikTok, company promises ‘appropriate action’First Published: Apr 30, 2019 12:39 IST

Source: Hindustan Times April 30, 2019 07:07 UTC