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WhatsApp faces possible ban in Russia as regulator issues stern warning
Technology | Nov 29, 2025, 06:17 PM ISTRussia’s telecom regulator Roskomnadzor has warned that WhatsApp could face a nationwide ban, accusing the platform of being used for organising terrorism and criminal activity. With Meta already banned and several apps blocked earlier, WhatsApp now faces major restrictions in Russia.
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Russia restricts WhatsApp and Telegram calls in latest move to tighten internet control
Technology | Aug 14, 2025, 06:56 AM ISTRussia claims that WhatsApp and Telegram are used to deceive and extort money, involving Russian citizens in illegal activities. The country has also banned Meta.
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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov reportedly plans to distribute his fortune among over 100 children
Technology | Jun 20, 2025, 01:11 PM ISTTelegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, recently revealed that he has prepared his will, pointing to the many uncertainties he faces in life.
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Telegram, Elon Musk's xAI strike a major deal, promises immense benefits for users
Technology | May 29, 2025, 04:02 PM ISTxAI's Grok chatbot will soon be available to Telegram users. Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, announced this partnership with xAI, which will last for one year.
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Pakistani spy Jyoti Malhotra used encrypted apps to leak secrets: Used WhatsApp, Telegram and more
Technology | May 23, 2025, 01:51 PM ISTJyoti Malhotra, an Indian YouTuber, has been arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan. Authorities allege that she used encrypted apps like WhatsApp, Telegram and Snapchat to pass sensitive information to ISI handlers.
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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov barred from leaving France amid ongoing criminal investigation
Technology | May 21, 2025, 02:55 PM ISTTelegram CEO Pavel Durov has been denied permission to leave France without official approval amid ongoing investigations into criminal activity linked to the messaging app.
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Telegram releases new update with several useful features to reduce spam
Apps | Mar 09, 2025, 05:38 PM ISTTelegram has introduced a new update for its millions of users. The newly rolled-out features aim to reduce spam on the platform and have also added new gifting options.
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Telegram rolls out third-party verification to combat scams
Technology | Jan 03, 2025, 08:15 PM ISTUnder the newly introduced system, public figures and organisations can secure verified badges through trusted third-party services. This enhancement enables users to easily distinguish authentic accounts. Unlike Telegram's familiar blue checkmark, accounts verified via this method.
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Government issues alert regarding THESE scamming activities on Telegram
Technology | Dec 23, 2024, 03:27 PM ISTRecently, the Department of Telecom warned users about various scams ongoing on Telegram. It has asked users to remain vigilant and avoid such messages.
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Telegram intensifies crackdown on illegal content following CEO Durov's arrest
Technology | Sep 24, 2024, 09:27 AM ISTTelegram CEO was arrested on August 24 in France and charged with failing to curb extremist and terrorist content on the platform. It has now made several changes in its policy.
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'If a country is unhappy...': Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's first comments after detention in France
World | Sep 06, 2024, 02:03 PM ISTDurov was arrested in France last month over allegations of criminal activity on his platform including child sexual abuse and drug trafficking. In his first public remarks since the arrest, Durov said French authorities should have reached him for assistance instead of detaining him.
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Telegram Ban: These 5 messaging apps could be best alternatives
Technology | Aug 30, 2024, 01:36 PM ISTTelegram CEO Pavel Durov has been recently arrested, and Telegram is being investigated in India. In case Telegram is banned, here are some alternative messaging options.
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'Telegram promotes child sexual abuse, drug trafficking': France imposes serious charges against CEO
World | Aug 29, 2024, 07:12 AM ISTAllegations against Durov include that his platform is being used for child sexual abuse material and drug trafficking and that Telegram refused to share information or documents with investigators when required by law.
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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov freed from police custody in France, awaits court appearance
World | Aug 28, 2024, 07:47 PM ISTDurov, a Russian-born billionaire, was arrested in France as part of an investigation into crimes related to images of child sex abuse, drug trafficking and fraudulent transactions. He will make his court appearance in front of an investigative judge, who will decide his fate.
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Child porn or fraudulent transactions, what leads to arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France?
World | Aug 28, 2024, 08:15 AM ISTDurov, a Russian-born billionaire, was arrested in France over the weekend as part of an investigation into crimes related to images of child sex abuse, drug trafficking and fraudulent transactions on the platform, French prosecutors said.
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IT Ministry reaches out to MHA over Telegram violations concerns amid its CEO arrest
Technology | Aug 27, 2024, 12:27 PM ISTThe Ministry of Information Technology is seeking information on any pending complaints against Telegram. If there are any such complaints, the ministry intends to take appropriate action against the app in India.
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Telegram defends CEO Pavel Durov after arrest in France over alleged criminal activities
Technology | Aug 26, 2024, 10:35 AM ISTFollowing the arrest of Russian-born Pavel Durov at Le Bourget airport outside Paris for allegedly failing to prevent criminal activities on Telegram, the company stated that it complies with EU laws, including the 'Digital Services Act'.
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Who is Pavel Durov, CEO of messaging app Telegram, arrested in France?
World | Aug 25, 2024, 09:47 AM ISTPavel Durov was travelling in his private jet when the French authorities arrested him, based on an outstanding arrest warrant as part of a preliminary police investigation.
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Telegram messaging app CEO Pavel Durov arrested at airport in France: Reports
World | Aug 25, 2024, 08:16 AM ISTPavel Durov was travelling aboard his private jet when he was arrested due to an outstanding arrest warrant in France as part of a preliminary police investigation.
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Telegram fixes critical vulnerabilities, protecting users from malicious files: Know-more
Technology | Jul 24, 2024, 04:50 PM ISTESET's team reportedly identified and analyzed the EvilVideo exploit before reporting it to Telegram on June 26 (2024). In its response, Telegram released an update on July 11, patching the vulnerability in Telegram versions 10.14.5 and above.