Both cases occur.

1. OpenAI restrictions: OpenAI blocks access to ChatGPT in certain countries due to legal, regulatory, or business reasons. These include countries like China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, and Syria, among others.


2. Government restrictions: Some countries block access to OpenAI services themselves, either for censorship reasons or to promote local alternatives. For example, China heavily restricts many foreign AI services, even if OpenAI does not explicitly block them.



In some cases, both factors play a role.

The usage of the terms lunch, supper, and dinner varies between English-speaking countries, regions, and even individual families. Here’s a general breakdown:

1. Lunch

Typically refers to the midday meal.

Common in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, and other English-speaking countries.

Generally eaten between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM.


2. Dinner

Usually refers to the main meal of the day, which is often in the evening but can also be midday in some regions.

In modern usage (especially in the U.S. and urban areas of the U.K.), dinner is commonly the evening meal, eaten between 6:00 PM an…

Regional Variations

In parts of the U.K. (especially Northern England, Scotland, and some rural areas), "dinner" still refers to the midday meal, and "tea" is used for the evening meal.

In the southern U.S., "supper" is more commonly used than "dinner" for the evening meal.

In Australia and New Zealand, lunch and dinner are the common terms, but supper may refer to a light snack before bed.


Summary

Lunch → Usually midday.

Dinner → Can be either midday (older/rural traditions) or evening (modern usage).

Regional Variations

In parts of the U.K. (especially Northern England, Scotland, and some rural areas), "dinner" still refers to the midday meal, and "tea" is used for the evening meal.

In the southern U.S., "supper" is more commonly used than "dinner" for the evening meal.

In Australia and New Zealand, lunch and dinner are the common terms, but supper may refer to a light snack before bed.


Summary

Lunch → Usually midday.

Dinner → Can be either midday (older/rural traditions) or evening (modern usage).

In India, among English-speaking people, the terms lunch, dinner, and supper generally follow modern British usage, but with some regional and cultural influences. Here’s how they are typically used:

1. Lunch

Refers to the midday meal (around 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM).

Universally understood and used in both urban and rural areas.

Often the heaviest meal of the day, especially in traditional households.


2. Dinner

Refers to the evening meal (around 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM).

Commonly used in urban areas, restaurants, and formal settings.

Cultural Influence on Meal Terminology

Many Indians, especially in rural areas or among non-English speakers, refer to meals in local languages rather than English.

Some South Indian and Bengali families may call the main evening meal "night tiffin" instead of dinner.

In Anglo-Indian communities (descendants of British-Indian families), British meal terminology (including "supper") may still be more common.


Comparison with British and American Usage

More aligned with modern British usage (lunch for midday, dinner for the evening).