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India blocks Telegram to prevent exam paper leaks · 1 source tracked

India has blocked access to Telegram ahead of a crucial medical school entrance exam, citing concerns over potential paper leaks. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has taken this precautionary measure to prevent any misuse of the platform during the NEET-UG exam. This action comes amid heightened scrutiny of the exam's integrity following past scandals. AI

IMPACT This action highlights the challenges governments face in regulating digital platforms to ensure exam integrity, a growing concern as AI could potentially be used to facilitate cheating.

RANK_REASON Regulatory action by a national government impacting a major communication platform. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    India blocks Telegram ahead of scandal-hit medical school entrance exam

    2.3 million people sit test chasing 100,000 places, and country already canceled it once this year