Telegram: The matter of the alleged violation of rules by the Telegram app has also been raised in India, The IT Ministry has sought a report from MHA

Posted on 29th Aug 2024 01:47 pm by rohit kumar

Amid the arrest of Pavel Durov, the head of the instant messaging service Telegram, in France, the Ministry of Information and Technology (IT) has sought information from the Home Ministry on whether any violation has been done by the app in India as well. At present, the IT Ministry has not given any clear answer on this issue.

 

It is worth noting that Telegram founder and CEO Durov was detained at Paris Airport in France. It is alleged that his platform was used for crimes like money laundering and drug trafficking. According to reports, 39-year-old Durov, who holds dual citizenship of France and Russia, was detained at Paris-Le Bourget Airport on Saturday after landing in France from Azerbaijan.

 

Meanwhile, keeping in mind the developments in France, the IT Ministry has asked the Home Ministry to investigate the pending complaints against Telegram and take note of possible action. According to news agency sources, the IT Ministry is not an investigating agency in such cases and the CERT-In formed under the ministry also focuses on cyber security crimes and not on cyber crimes.

 

Sources said, "The real question here is, are there any complaints? Is there a similar situation in India? And what is the situation? And what action is required?"

 

Asked if Telegram, being a messaging app, can cite the haven provision, the sources said that in that case, they will have to cooperate with law enforcement agencies, provide information when required, and assist in any investigation.

Other news

Grand welcome for PM Modi in Sri Lanka, 5 ministers welcomed him with guard of honor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Sri Lanka on a three-day visit after his visit to Tha

Munna Bhai 3: When will 'Munna Bhai 3' hit the screens? Sanjay Dutt gave an interesting answer, and made this special appeal to fans too.

Actor Sanjay Dutt is among the top actors of Bollywood. The much-awaited third installment of San

In preparations for action against terrorists, PM Modi reached Delhi; and held a meeting with officials at the airport itself.

After the painful terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi c

Haryana Furious after Manisha's murder: People came out on the streets, blocked the highway; CBI will investigate, CM announced late at night

The case of teacher Manisha's death has once again taken a new turn. Calling the police's claim o

PM Modi: Assam, Sikkim, and Manipur are in a bad state due to heavy rains and floods; PM Modi assured all possible help

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Sikkim Chief

IND vs ENG: Flood of criticism on India's defeat, Jadeja-Gill and Bumrah on target, know what Ashwin-Pathan and Kaif said

Team India had to face defeat against England at Lord's. Due to this defeat, the Indian team has

Panic again in Kerala: Explosion-like sound, people in fear due to earthquake tremor, more than 280 evacuated to a safe place

People had not yet recovered from the incident in Kerala's Kasargod and another new trouble came

Paresh Rawal did not get the script of Hera Pheri 3, Akshay Kumar does not have the rights?

Hera Pheri 3 is one of the most anticipated films to date which has been in the news since its an

T20 World Cup 2026: No security 'red flags'... ICC rejects Bangladesh's request to shift venues.

The ICC (International Cricket Council) has rejected Bangladesh's request to change the venue for

'Bengali is the language of Bangladeshis...', CM Mamata Banerjee got angry at the Delhi Police's letter, and the BJP retaliated

The uproar over the alleged use of the Bengali language 'Bangladeshi' in an alleged letter of the