The Indian Army has updated its social media policy. Soldiers can now passively browse Instagram and X, meaning they can view but not post or comment. This change comes with strict rules to keep military information safe. The new guidelines, issued by Army Headquarters and the Directorate General of Military Intelligence, took effect immediately. Instagram is now officially part of the restricted list, usable only for "viewing and monitoring" content. Active actions like sharing or messaging remain banned. Communication apps like Skype, Telegram, WhatsApp, and Signal can be used but only for sharing unclassified information with trusted contacts. Platforms such as YouTube, X, Quora, and Instagram are limited to passive information gathering only. LinkedIn is allowed strictly for professional use, like posting resumes. The Army also warns against visiting suspicious sites, using pirated software, free movie sites, torrents, VPNs, proxies, chat rooms, and file-sharing platforms. Caution is advised when using cloud storage. This new policy relaxes the harsh 2020 ban when personnel had to delete Facebook and Instagram accounts due to security risks. Back then, many apps linked to China were blocked. The Army continues to balance openness and operational security in the digital age.