Delhi HC upholds Telegram ban in India till June 22 | TheBriefWire
Delhi HC upholds Telegram ban in India till June 22
Published 19 June 2026 ยท local
Synopsis The Delhi High Court has upheld the government's decision to suspend Telegram services until June 22, citing its role in facilitating fraud during the
Synopsis The Delhi High Court has upheld the government's decision to suspend Telegram services until June 22, citing its role in facilitating fraud during the NEET (UG) re-examination. The court found the government's actions justified, noting Telegram's architecture enables rapid dissemination of content and that targeted takedowns are insufficient to prevent leaks. The ban aims to ensure the integrity of the nationwide medical entrance exam.
Published: June 20, 2026 โข 1:08 AM IST ยท Updated: June 20, 2026 โข 1:37 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis The Delhi High Court has upheld the government's decision to suspend Telegram services until June 22, citing its role in facilitating fraud during the NEET (UG) re-examination.
The court found the government's actions justified, noting Telegram's architecture enables rapid dissemination of content and that targeted takedowns are insufficient to prevent leaks.
The ban aims to ensure the integrity of the nationwide medical entrance exam.