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NTA DG defends temporary Telegram ban for re-NEET scheduled for June 21

Times of India · Jun 16, 2026, 9:46 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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In a decisive effort to safeguard students from potential scams, the National Testing Agency has put a temporary hold on Telegram. This action comes as a response to rampant misuse of the platform by fraudsters distributing counterfeit NEET exam papers.

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NTA DG defends temporary Telegram ban for re-NEET scheduled for June 21

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