The Central Government is scrutinizing the Telegram platform due to its criminal usage and is represented in court.
12 reports, 8 independent
Updated Sep 11
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What happened
The Central Government is scrutinizing the Telegram platform due to its criminal usage and is represented in court.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- IT Rules require platforms like Telegram to curb unlawful content, while the Centre utilizes I4C for cyber hygiene training.Sub-event
Government strengthened its framework specifically targeting online piracy on Telegram.1 source
- The National Crime Records Bureau functions as an agency of the central government, which is now using its data to register cases and urging police to report content on Telegram.Sub-event
- The Centre accused Telegram of being a cybercrime hub, leading to a legal challenge against the temporary ban in India.Sub-event
Centre defends NEET-UG retest actions and challenges Telegram's bot infrastructure use.1 source
Government takes legal action against Telegram over criminal use.1 source
Central government faces court plea regarding temporary ban on Telegram app.1 source
Centre seeks suspension of Telegram services in India citing platform misuse.1 source
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The entities involved
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central government
state function
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Telegram
instant messaging service
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Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- interfax.com.ua
- aninews.in
- ibtimes.co.in
- indiatimes.com
- freepressjournal.in
- livemint.com
- moneycontrol.com
- newindianexpress.com