Background: The Madras High Court recently heard a petition filed by a social activist, seeking a ban on the social media app TikTok on the grounds that it was hosting obscene content. Parties: The petition was filed by the social activist, while the respondents included the Union of India and the company owning TikTok. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the app was hosting obscene content and whether it was necessary to ban it to protect the interests of the public. Court observations: The Madras High Court directed the Centre to ban TikTok, observing that the app was hosting obscene content and that it was necessary to protect the interests of the public. The court noted that the app was being used to spread obscene and pornographic content and that it was having a negative impact on the youth. Significance: The order is significant as it will have implications for the social media industry and the regulation of online content. The ban on TikTok will also have implications for the freedom of speech and expression. The case highlights the importance of regulating online content to protect the interests of the public and ensuring that social media platforms are not used to spread obscene or harmful content.