Delhi High Court issues notice to Centre on Telegram’s challenge to temporary ban ahead of NEET exam
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Indian government regarding Telegram's challenge to a temporary ban imposed ahead of the NEET-UG re-examination. The government claims the app was used to circulate leaked exam papers, while Telegram contests the legality of the blocking order.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing tension between national security/exam integrity and digital platform regulation in India.
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) issued notice to the Union Government on a petition filed by the Telegram messaging App against the Centre’s decision to suspend access to its services in India until June 22 , citing concerns linked to the conduct of the NEET-UG re-examination.
The article presents both the government's allegations and the company's legal challenge in a balanced, factual manner.
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