India — National Testing Agency & Pavel Durov

India — National Testing Agency: The India — National Testing Agency recommended the restrictions on Telegram to prevent cheating and misinformation related to the NEET-UG re-examination, welcoming the government's actions as necessary to ensure exam integrity.

Pavel Durov: Pavel Durov, founder and CEO of Telegram, publicly criticized India's temporary ban on the app, stating it punishes millions of legitimate users and is ineffective as leaks simply move to other platforms.

India — National Testing Agency: The India — National Testing Agency recommended the temporary suspension of Telegram services in India to prevent malpractice during the NEET-UG re-examination.

Pavel Durov: Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, made allegations against Reliance Group and Meta Platforms — WhatsApp regarding lobbying efforts and sabotage against Telegram in India. His statements have sparked controversy and led to denials from industry sources.

India — National Testing Agency: The India — National Testing Agency recommended a temporary ban on Telegram in India due to alleged circulation of leaked NEET exam papers, which indirectly triggered Pavel Durov's broader allegations.

Pavel Durov: Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, accused Reliance Industries — Jio of BGP hijacking and intentional sabotage, raising concerns about competitive practices and internet routing integrity.