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India, Telegram And The Illusion Millions Wanted To Believe

The temporary ban exposed a crisis of trust that reached far beyond technology and into people

Published on June 20, 2026


India, Telegram And The Illusion Millions Wanted To Believe

The temporary ban on Telegram in India sparked a debate over digital freedom, platform responsibility and the limits of state power. But beneath the legal battle was something less technological and far more human. More than two million students were preparing to retake NEET, the national exam that determines who can enter medical school. In a society where admission represents social mobility, financial stability and prestige, allegations of leaks put something bigger than...

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