Zoho's Arattai to drop username feature amid WhatsApp controversyThis comes amid a wider standoff between the Centre and messaging platforms over features that let users connect without sharing phone numb...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
How protective is a username shield?WhatsApp's proposed usernames are seen as a weak privacy enhancement, potentially aiding bad actors and clashing with Indian law enforcemen...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.26 PM IST
Usernaam ke Vaaste? Some things to consider about the ruckus over WhatsApp introducing usernamesWhatsApp's introduction of usernames, a feature long present in rivals like Telegram and Signal, has sparked debate, particularly in India....
02 Jul, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Telegram vs MeitY: From takedown orders to temporary ban, a look at the history of clashes with the social media platformMeitY’s most severe platform-wide intervention latest flashpoint in long history of clashes between Telegram and authorities in India.
24 Jun, 2026, 01.48 AM IST
India 'proactively monitoring' Telegram over concerns about illegal content, government report showsAn Indian government investigation has revealed Telegram's extensive use for child abuse material and financial scams. The Home Ministry's ...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Google restores Telegram on Playstore, app starts functioning for some usersThe government had temporarily imposed a blanket ban on Telegram until June 22 and sources indicated that there is no change or extension o...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
Telegram back on Play Store after temporary nationwide block during NEET UG re-examTelegram is back on Google Play after a temporary Indian government block, lifted today. The messaging app faced a week-long ban due to all...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Telegram still not working in India? Users ask why platform remains blocked even after NEET-UG exam endsTelegram Kab Chalu Hoga: Telegram users across India are still grappling with access issues on June 23, with messages undelivered and the a...
23 Jun, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
Telegram ban in India triggered biggest VPN download surge of 2026Following government restrictions on Telegram due to exam leak fears, Indians rapidly downloaded VPNs and alternative messaging apps. VPN d...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
HC questions Telegram ban ahead of NEET retestDelhi High Court questioned the government's ban on Telegram for 150 million users ahead of the NEET re-examination. The court asked if res...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
HC questions Telegram ban ahead of NEET re-testThe Delhi High Court questioned the government's decision to temporarily ban Telegram for millions of users. This ban was imposed before th...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.24 AM IST
Delhi High Court reserves verdict on plea of Telegram app against banThe Delhi High Court has reserved its decision on Telegram's challenge to a government ban. The ban was imposed before the NEET-UG 2026 re-...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
Telegram ban: HC asks government to present proof that justifies blockingDelhi High Court questioned the government's temporary ban on Telegram, imposed ahead of the NEET re-exam to curb cheating and fake paper c...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Delhi HC seeks govt reply on Telegram plea against NEET exam-time banThe Delhi High Court is reviewing Telegram's challenge to a temporary ban imposed before the NEET re-examination. The government blocked th...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
Telegram challenges India block, saying it will hurt free speech rightsTelegram has taken a stand against India's temporary shutdown of its app in the courtroom, a decision enacted to prevent exam leaks. The me...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
Telegram stops working for existing users in India but operational on VPNTelegram access is temporarily blocked in India for existing users. This action aims to prevent paper leaks for the upcoming NEET-UG 2026 r...
17 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
Telegram moves Delhi HC against temporary banSocial messaging app Telegram has moved Delhi High Court challenging the decision of central government to temporarily restrict the access ...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST