Delhi High Court Deliberates on Telegram's Challenge to Temporary Ban Ahead of NEET-UG

The Delhi High Court is set to announce its decision regarding Telegram's appeal against a temporary ban imposed by the government in light of the upcoming NEET-UG re-examination. The court heard arguments from both sides, with Telegram's legal representation challenging the government's actions. The judge has requested written submissions from both parties by 7 PM. This case highlights the ongoing tensions between tech companies and government regulations, particularly in the context of educational assessments. Stay tuned for the court's final ruling.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 18, 2026, 17:39 IST

Court Reserves Judgment on Telegram's Plea

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has postponed its decision regarding Telegram's appeal against the government's temporary ban on the messaging service, which was implemented in anticipation of the NEET-UG re-examination scheduled for June 21.

During the proceedings, a vacation bench led by Justice Tejas Karia listened to the arguments presented by senior advocate Dhruv Mehta, who represented Telegram, alongside Attorney General R. Venkataramani and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, who defended the government's stance.

The judge instructed both parties to provide their written arguments by 7 PM.

This hearing was focused on Telegram's challenge to the government's recent decision.