New Delhi: The Narendra Modi government on Tuesday issued an order blocking access to 43 mobile apps, most of which appear to be of Chinese-origin or have links to Chinese technology companies.The latest order includes apps such as Alibaba’s AliExpress, a popular e-commerce platform that has nevertheless managed to keep a relatively low profile in India.As with the earlier rounds of app bans – one on June 29 (when 59 apps were blocked) and on September 2 (when 118 more apps were blocked) – the government has relied on Section 69A of the Information Technology Act as the legal basis for its actions.“This action was taken based on the inputs regarding these apps for engaging in activities which are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order,” a government statement issued on Tuesday evening said.“Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued the order for blocking the access of these apps by users in India based on the comprehensive reports received from Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Center, Ministry of Home Affairs.”The government’s statement, like past ones, does not mention China, but has been widely seen as part of the Centre’s strategy in retaliating against Beijing’s recent military aggression in eastern Ladakh.A full list of apps that have been blocked for access in today’s order is as follows:AliSuppliers Mobile AppAlibaba WorkbenchAliExpress – Smarter Shopping, Better LivingAlipay CashierLalamove India – Delivery AppDrive with Lalamove IndiaSnack VideoCamCard – Business Card ReaderCamCard – BCR (Western)Soul- Follow the soul to find youChinese Social – Free Online Dating Video App & ChatDate in Asia – Dating & Chat For Asian SinglesWeDate-Dating AppFree dating app-Singol, start your date!Adore AppTrulyChinese – Chinese Dating AppTrulyAsian – Asian Dating AppChinaLove – Dating app for Chinese singlesDateMyAge – Chat, Meet, Date Mature Singles OnlineAsianDate – Find Asian singlesFlirtWish – Chat with singlesGuys Only Dating – Gay chatTubit – Live StreamsWeWorkChinaFirst Love LiveRela – Lesbian Social NetworkCashier WalletMangoTVMGTV – HunanTV official TV APPWeTV – TV versionWeTV – Cdrama, Kdrama&MoreWeTV LiteLucky Live – Live Video Streaming AppTaobao LiveDingTalkIdentity VIsoland 2 – Ashes of TimeBoxStar (Early Access)Heroes EvolvedHappy FishJellipop Match – Decorate your dream island!Munchkin Match – Magic home buildingConquista Online II