Google restores Telegram on Play Store, app starts functioning for some users
Google has restored the Telegram app on the Play Store following the expiration of a temporary government-mandated ban in India. The ban was originally imposed due to concerns over the circulation of fake exam papers and misinformation, though Telegram's founder has alleged corporate lobbying influenced the decision.
Why it matters
The situation underscores the tension between government regulation of digital platforms and the role of private messaging apps in information dissemination.
Google restored instant messaging app Telegram on Tuesday morning as a temporary ban imposed by the government ended at midnight on June 22.
The article presents the government's rationale alongside the company's counter-allegations, maintaining a balanced perspective.
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