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Telegram Banned in India? Here's What Traders Must Do Next
Yes, it’s true! The Government of India decided to ban Telegram in the country on June 16, 2026, surprising many who rely on this platform for daily trading alerts & advisories. The ban has taken effect under Section 69A of the IT Act as part of the government’s plan to stop fraud during the NEET-UG re-examination. According to reports, fraudulent rackets were selling fake question papers for amounts ranging from INR 5,000 to 50,000. But the ban, which will be effective until June 22, 2026, affects far more than students. It transcended from a messaging blockout to a sudden disengagement from the app that shaped many traders’ daily routine over time. Out of the 15 crore plus unique registered investors in India, a large chunk sought trading tips, market news, along with buy and sell signals on Telegram. It must have taken investors by surprise. But is the ban detrimental to traders, or is there something more than meets the eye?
