INSANE: 6 - The Real Truth

Whatsapp, Reliance Behind Telegram Ban in India? Pavel Durov's Claims Add to the Confusion

Telegram was blocked in India following allegations of exam paper leaks. The ban, affecting over 150 million users, raises questions about digital rights and the effectiveness of such measures.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17

Telegram Ban Ahead of NEET-UG 2026 Re-Test Sparks Meme Fest Online

The government's temporary restriction on Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination may have been intended to prevent cheating and misinformation, but on social media, the decision quickly became the subject of widespread humour and memes.

Whats Hot · Jun 17

'Modi Ji, drop theatrics; Strike at mafia, not students': Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre over 'Telegram ban' move

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized the Centre's decision to restrict Telegram access. He claims the government is targeting students instead of the paper leak mafia. The National Testing Agency has blocked Telegram until June 22, 2026, citing its use in cheating rackets for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination. Telegram…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Telegram blocked, edit feature disabled before NEET re-exam

Incidentally, the exam, originally held on May 3, was cancelled after the National Testing Authority (NTA) discovered that several questions were allegedly in circulation over Telegram, before the exam.

The Economic Times · Jun 16

How Telegram Fueled Medical Exam Cheating and Sparked a Nationwide Crackdown in India

India has temporarily blocked access to Telegram, accusing cheating rackets of using the app to sell bogus NEET‑UG exam papers as millions of students prepare for a re‑test.

International Business Times UK · Jun 16

NEET re-test nears amid admit card glitches, refund queries

Candidates are facing challenges downloading NEET-UG 2026 re-examination admit cards. The National Testing Agency is working to resolve technical glitches and refund issues. Security arrangements for the retest are being reviewed by the Union home secretary. An alleged fraud network targeting NEET candidates has been busted by Ahmedabad police. The…

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Disproportionate, band-aid solution: IFF on Centre's curbs on Telegram ahead of NEET re-exam

The Internet Freedom Foundation has voiced strong opposition to the government's controversial move to not only ban Telegram but also to strip away its message-editing option. With the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam looming, the foundation labels this tactic as a mere quick fix to a much larger problem of cheating.

The Economic Times · Jun 16

NEET-UG 2026 re-exam: Indian Army helicopter transports question papers to Tirunelveli amid tight security

The NEET examination held last month was cancelled following allegations of question paper leakage, after which authorities announced that the re-examination would be conducted on June 21.

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Telegram temporarily restricted in India ahead of NEET re-exam; NTA welcomes Centre's move

Telegram access in India is temporarily restricted until June 22, 2026, following a government crackdown on fake NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination papers and exam fraud. The National Testing Agency welcomed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology's action, citing the misuse of Telegram's message-editing feature to fabricate evidence of paper…

The Economic Times · Jun 16

NEET re-exam: Home secretary reviews states' preparedness

Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan reviewed state preparedness for the NEET (UG) re-examination, scheduled for June 21. Amidst allegations of irregularities that led to the May 3 exam's cancellation, the focus is on student convenience, security, and exam integrity. States are urged to facilitate student travel, with the Railway Board…

The Economic Times · Jun 15