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India Orders WhatsApp to Halt Username Feature Rollout, Cites Fraud and Impersonation Risks

India's technology ministry has directed Meta's WhatsApp to pause its planned username feature pending regulatory consultations, citing heightened risks of fraud and impersonation that could endanger users across the region.

By Khairul Anuar · 2 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Telegram Takes Legal Stand Against India's Temporary Service Ban Over Exam Fraud Concerns

Telegram has escalated its dispute with Indian authorities by filing a court petition against a temporary government order blocking the messaging app's services. The ban was imposed to combat exam fraud.

By Rajesh Kumar · 17 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

India Orders WhatsApp to Halt Username Feature Rollout, Cites Fraud and Impersonation Risks

Telegram Takes Legal Stand Against India's Temporary Service Ban Over Exam Fraud Concerns

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