https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-appContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-apphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-app#u15493Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:51:09 +0000The Indian government blocked Telegram starting June 16 after the platform failed to remove channels selling leaked NEET UG 2026 exam papers. This action follows investigations into the app's use for financial scams and child abuse material. The ban was temporary and lasted until June 22.What's confirmed:India imposed an emergency ban on Telegram on June 16.The ban was linked to concerns over NEET UG 2026 cheating and the sale of leaked exam papers.The government used Section 69A of the IT Act to restrict access.The temporary blanket ban lasted until June 22.Still unconfirmed:India has re https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-apphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-app#u10337Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:41:25 +0000The Delhi High Court upheld the ban on Telegram, ruling that the platform's architecture prevented targeted enforcement. The decision followed a private dispute between the Indian government and the company over the removal of accounts selling purported exam papers. The ban affected 150 million users.What's confirmed:The Delhi High Court upheld the Telegram ban, citing Section 69A.The dispute involved content moderation and claims of exam fraud regarding NEET papers.The ban impacted 150 million users.Still unconfirmed:Telegram accused New Delhi of misrepresenting meeting records.India pri https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-apphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-app#u5687Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:21:15 +0000The Indian government temporarily banned Telegram until June 22 to stop the spread of leaked medical exam papers. The Delhi High Court upheld the decision, stating targeted takedowns were insufficient. Telegram attempted to challenge the ban in court but failed.What's confirmed:The Indian government blocked Telegram until June 22 using emergency powers.The ban was implemented to tackle fraud during the NEET (UG) re-examination.The Delhi High Court upheld the suspension, noting that Telegram's architecture allows rapid content dissemination.India privately rebuked Telegram for failing to p