India blocks Telegram until Monday due to student exam fraud concerns | Social Media News
Blocking a platform based on unproven claims raises concerns about censorship and abuse of power.
India has blocked the Telegram messaging app until Monday due to concerns about student exam fraud. The government cited the platform's use in "defrauding candidates" and for "paper leaks" regarding upcoming national student examinations, citing a provision of the IT law that empowers it to block access to online sites in the interest of India’s “sovereignty and integrity.” The move has been criticized by some as a restriction on free speech. The government said it is a measure of “last resort” after earlier attempts to take down content from the platform failed.
17 JUN 2026
— BBC
Telegram is challenging the Indian government's temporary ban on the platform, arguing the ban unfairly punishes millions of users.
— Al Jazeera
Telegram filed a legal challenge against the Indian government's ban on its platform, arguing it is unconstitutional and disproportionate.
— The Hindu
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized the government's temporary ban on Telegram, arguing it is ineffective and unfairly targets students.
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