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Why DoT’s SIM-binding directive raises concerns of regulatory overreach

December 05, 2025 11:28 am

The SIM-binding directive has reopened the debate on the scope of the Telecom Act, and how far it allows the DoT to regulate OTT applications and internet services.

'They literally become zombies': Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov says he has stayed away from alcohol for over 20 years

November 03, 2025 5:35 pm

"If your brain is the most valuable tool you have in your journey to success and happiness, why would you destroy this tool for short-term pleasure?" he added

Airhostess falls for commission for rating reviews, liking videos, loses Rs 11 lakh

October 26, 2025 11:45 pm

As per her complaint, she was in Saudi Arabia when on October 4, she received a message on her Telegram with a link

Online task scam: How job offers on Telegram, WhatsApp groups are driving people to extremes

July 26, 2025 8:39 am

Telegram and WhatsApp job offers that promise quick money for small tasks often end in financial ruin. In this edition of The Safe Side, we explain what ‘online task scams’ are, how they operate, and how to protect yourself.

100 phone numbers, e-commerce and UPI platforms: how Delhi Police tracked gang which cheated woman of Rs 11 lakh through Telegram ‘paid task scam'

July 14, 2025 10:19 am

The Delhi Police tracked the phone numbers used to send the links to the victim through Telegram. The Call Detail Record details of these phone numbers showed that they contacted more than 100 numbers.

Telegram co-founder reveals his 106 kids won’t see a dime of his $17 billion for next 30 years: ‘Biological or sperm-donated, I don’t differentiate’

June 20, 2025 9:00 am

Telegram’s Pavel Durov, arrested in France, reveals he has 106 children and plans to divide his $17 billion fortune among them.

Telegram, Musk-owned xAI partner to distribute Grok to messaging app's users

May 29, 2025 9:51 am

Under the one-year deal, xAI will also give Telegram half of any subscription sales made through the messaging app, Telegram founder Pavel Durov said in a post on X earlier on Wednesday, adding that the $300 million will be paid in cash and stock.

Telegram founder says he rejected a Western request to 'silence' conservative voices in Romania

May 18, 2025 9:41 pm

The vote takes place nearly six months after the initial ballot was cancelled because of alleged Russian interference denied by Moscow in favour of far-right frontrunner Calin Georgescu, who was banned from standing again.

Scammer dupes Armyman of Rs 1.8 lakh; Delhi Police nab him -- plan to auction his house to get back the money

April 13, 2025 7:00 pm

Police now plan to move court to auction house of key accused to return money to several victims

Australia fines Telegram for delay in answering child abuse, terror questions

February 24, 2025 8:41 am

Australia's eSafety Commission has fined Telegram approximately A$1 million ($640,000) for its delayed response to inquiries regarding measures to combat child abuse and extremist content.

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