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More than 2 million Indian medical students are grappling with severe psychological distress ahead of a June 21 retake of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test after the original May exam was cancelled due to question paper leaks.
India blocked Telegram in June citing concerns about leaked exam papers being sold on the platform. The messaging app is challenging the ban in court, claiming the government misrepresented their discussions on content moderation.
Telegram has launched a legal challenge against India's temporary blockade of its platform, which authorities imposed to prevent cheating during examinations. The dispute highlights tensions between digital services and government enforcement powers.
Malaysian authorities have arrested and deported two Indian nationals wanted in connection with a railway track bombing incident in Punjab. The deportations reflect growing cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies.
India has temporarily suspended the Telegram messaging app, citing its use in attempting to defraud candidates taking national medical entrance examinations, compounding recent controversies involving leaked test papers.