Telegram's Durov says Russia triggered payment system problem by blocking VPNsTelegram's billionaire founder, Pavel Durov, said on Saturday that Russia's attempt to block Virtual Private Networks (VPN) triggered a pro...
04 Apr, 2026, 09.44 PM IST
Moscow chokes Telegram as it pushes state-backed rival appThe Telegram messaging app, an important platform for public and private communications in Russia, is facing new restrictions and fines fo...
10 Feb, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
Telegram founder Durov blasts French probe one year after arrestTelegram founder Pavel Durov criticised France’s ongoing probe into his platform, a year after his arrest. He denies allegations of complic...
25 Aug, 2025, 05.31 PM IST
Russia imposes curbs on WhatsApp, Telegram callsRussia has partially restricted calls on WhatsApp, claiming it’s a necessary step to fight fraud, extortion, and terrorism. The government ...
14 Aug, 2025, 06.18 AM IST
Vietnam acts to block messaging app Telegram, government document showsThe document said the ministry was acting on behalf of the country's cyber-security department after police reported that 68% of the 9,600 ...
23 May, 2025, 12.17 PM IST
Telegram boss admits 'seriousness' of French allegations: sourceTelegram founder Pavel Durov blamed French authorities for failing to notify Telegram about alleged criminal activity. He stated that Paris...
18 Jan, 2025, 06.17 PM IST
Telegram founder says messaging app profitable for first timeThe founder and chief executive of the Telegram encrypted messaging app Pavel Durov said on Monday that the platform had recorded a net pro...
24 Dec, 2024, 07.21 AM IST
Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets': UNCriminal networks in Southeast Asia are using Telegram for large-scale illicit activities, says a UN report. The app allows trading of hack...
07 Oct, 2024, 01.13 PM IST
Telegram to hand over IP addresses and user data: Are Russian military secrets at risk?Telegram has experienced significant change based on its user privacy policy, and now onwards it will be easy to track the criminals who wi...
26 Sep, 2024, 12.28 AM IST
South Korea police launch probe into whether Telegram abets online sex crimes, Yonhap reportsSouth Korean police have initiated an investigation into the messaging platform Telegram for allegedly aiding in the distribution of deepfa...
02 Sep, 2024, 12.42 PM IST
Is the U.S. trying to control Telegram by using France as its proxy? Diplomatic standoff may beginPavel Durov is being investigated for Telegram's possible involvement in illegal activities. Governments and tech communities worldwide are...
30 Aug, 2024, 12.43 AM IST
Telegram could face greater EU scrutinyTelegram could face stricter EU digital rules as Brussels probes whether the popular messaging app -- whose founder faces criminal charges ...
29 Aug, 2024, 11.09 PM IST
What are the charges filed by French police against Telegram CEO Pavel Durov? Will he be able to leave France?Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, is being charged in France with a preliminary offense for allegedly permitting illegal activity on Telegr...
29 Aug, 2024, 06.37 PM IST
Telegram Ban in India: Memes say it's 'Dukh Ka Mahaul' among students and free OTT series and movies groupsThe Indian government investigated Telegram over alleged involvement in criminal activities such as extortion and gambling. This came follo...
27 Aug, 2024, 03.40 PM IST
Arrested Telegram boss Pavel Durov 'has nothing to hide', co saysTelegram has denied allegations of its CEO, Pavel Durov, failing to curb criminal activity on its messaging app, stating that the company a...
26 Aug, 2024, 12.40 PM IST
Pavel Durov detained in France: All you need to know about the Telegram founderPavel Durov, founder of Telegram, was detained in Paris over allegations that the messaging app's poor moderation helped illegal activities...
26 Aug, 2024, 12.33 PM IST
Who is Pavel Durov? Arrested Telegram founder once claimed to have fathered over 100 kids!Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov has made headlines for unfavorable reasons. The billionaire was taken into custody by French authoriti...
25 Aug, 2024, 11.38 AM IST