India Blocks Telegram Ahead Of NEET Re-Exam, But It Remains Operational On VPN
Telegram has stopped working for many existing users in India after the government ordered Apple and Google to remove the app from their stores ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on June 21. While access remains possible through VPN services, the move is aimed at preventing the spread of leaked exam material and curbing misinformation linked to the cancelled May examination. The government has also directed Telegram to disable its message-editing feature in India until June 30. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov criticised the decision, arguing that banning the platform punishes millions of users rather than those responsible for leaks, while also making controversial allegations against rival platforms and corporate interests.
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