https://thenextweb.com/in/2019/08/05/india-shuts-down-communications-for-millions-before-stripping-jammu-kashmir-of-autonomy/ > The Indian government has blocked all communication channels including mobile networks, internet, broadband, and landlines since last night in some parts of the northern state of Jammu & Kashmir. This move was in the wake of the central government’s effort to scrap Article 370 of the Constitution, which guarantees a certain degree of autonomy to the state of J&K. > Yesterday, local police imposed curfew in some areas under section 144, and disrupted internet and mobile services to maintain law and order. According to a report by the Indian Express, even cable services have been put on hold in some areas. The state’s prominent senior leaders were also placed under house arrest last night.