The DoT has asked the messaging applications such as WhatsApp and Telegram to enforce mandatory SIM binding from January 1, 2027, due to security reasons and to prevent any kind of cybercrime. These platforms are required to follow the guidelines until December 31, 2026, making sure that the accounts stay bound to the respective SIMs ...

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is currently under investigation in France. His lawyer said all the allegations are “completely absurd”. French authorities placed Durov under formal investigation on Wednesday, accusing him of being involved in operating an online platform that facilitated illegal activities including illegal transactions, distribution of child sexual abuse material, and drug trafficking. He ...

Telegram, the popular messaging app, is set to introduce a new feature called Stories in early July, according to CEO Pavel Durov. This decision comes after users repeatedly requested the addition of Stories, which make up over half of all feature requests received by Telegram. Initially the company was hesitant due to the widespread presence ...