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India Blocks Telegram Over Exam Leak Concerns

India has temporarily blocked the messaging app Telegram, citing its use in leaking a crucial medical school entrance exam paper. The ban, effective until June 22, aims to ensure the integrity of a re-test following the annulment of previous results due to alleged widespread fraud. Critics argue the block is a superficial measure that punishes legitimate users without addressing the root causes of exam system corruption. AI

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India Blocks Telegram Over Exam Leak Concerns

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Steve Dent) ·

    India temporarily blocks Telegram, claiming it was done to prevent exam fraud

    India has temporarily blocked Telegram, claiming it's to prevent cheating on a crucial entrance exam.

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    📰 India temporarily blocks Telegram, claiming it was done to prevent exam fraud India has temporarily blocked Telegram, claiming it's to prevent cheating on a c

    📰 India temporarily blocks Telegram, claiming it was done to prevent exam fraud India has temporarily blocked Telegram, claiming it's to prevent cheating on a crucial entrance exam. 📰 Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews 🔗 Link: https://www.engadget.com/2195086/ind…