August 5, 2026
UAE condemns Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait; reiterates full solidarity with Gulf neighbours

UAE condemns Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait; reiterates full solidarity with Gulf neighbours

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UAE condemns Iranian strikes The United Arab Emirates on Sunday strongly condemned renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, describing them as a flagrant violation of the two countries’ sovereignty and a serious threat to regional security and stability.In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its full solidarity with…

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Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath stepped up his attack on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav amid the alleged Ayodhya donation embezzlement row, asking him to visit the Ram Temple and “do penance” to gain “good sense”. Yogi Adityanath asks Akhilesh Yadav to visit Ram temple and ‘do penance’ amid donation theft rowPM Modi dedicates Seychelles’ ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ honour to nations battling climate changeIndia rejects Pakistan’s Karachi blast allegations, asks Islamabad to ‘look inwards’Sonam Wangchuk begins indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of CJP protestNovak Djokovic reveals years-long bond with Virat Kohli despite never meeting him in personVisit Ram Temple, do penance to gain good sense: Yogi Adityanath to Akhilesh amid donation theft rowUttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath stepped up his attack on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav amid the alleged Ayodhya donation embezzlement row, asking him to visit the Ram Temple and “do penance” to gain “good sense”. Read full story’Dedicate it to nations battling climate change’: PM Modi honoured with ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ by SeychellesPrime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Seychelles’ ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ honour during his visit to the island nation. Accepting the award, he dedicated the recognition to countries working to combat climate change and highlighted the MAHASAGAR vision as a pillar of India-Seychelles cooperation. Read full storyLook inwards: India tears into Pakistan over Karachi blast allegationsIndia strongly rejected Pakistan’s allegations linking it to the Karachi blast, calling the claims baseless and urging Islamabad to “look inwards” instead of blaming others for its internal challenges. New Delhi said attempts to shift responsibility would not change the facts. Read full storySonam Wangchuk begins indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of CJP protestClimate activist Sonam Wangchuk began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, where the CJP has been protesting since June 20 over alleged examination irregularities. The protest also comes amid allegations that some farmer leaders were placed under house arrest to prevent them from reaching the demonstration site. Read full story’We’ve never met in person’: Novak Djokovic reveals special years-long bond with Virat KohliTennis legend Novak Djokovic revealed that he and Virat Kohli have shared a special bond built on mutual admiration despite never meeting in person. Djokovic said the two sporting icons have remained connected over the years through messages and respect for each other’s achievements. Read full story Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Visit Ram Temple, Do Penance’: Yogi Adityanath Attacks Akhilesh Yadav Amid Donation Row | AyodhyaDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug Ads123PhotostoriesSingle or married? Scientists discover rare link between marital status and cancer riskThree- two- three: The magical relationship rule that Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas swear by to keep their marriage strongPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! Try these 6 traditional Indian porridges for breakfastScience says these 7 parenting beliefs may be quietly making life harder for parents and childrenTrisha Krishnan’s champagne gold silk saree is serving rich bridesmaid energy and we’re completely obsessedCan grief shorten your life? 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Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath stepped up his attack on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav amid the alleged Ayodhya donation embezzlement row, asking him to visit the Ram Temple and “do penance” to gain “good sense”. Yogi Adityanath asks Akhilesh Yadav to visit Ram temple and ‘do penance’ amid donation theft rowPM Modi dedicates Seychelles’ ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ honour to nations battling climate changeIndia rejects Pakistan’s Karachi blast allegations, asks Islamabad to ‘look inwards’Sonam Wangchuk begins indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of CJP protestNovak Djokovic reveals years-long bond with Virat Kohli despite never meeting him in personVisit Ram Temple, do penance to gain good sense: Yogi Adityanath to Akhilesh amid donation theft rowUttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath stepped up his attack on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav amid the alleged Ayodhya donation embezzlement row, asking him to visit the Ram Temple and “do penance” to gain “good sense”. Read full story’Dedicate it to nations battling climate change’: PM Modi honoured with ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ by SeychellesPrime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Seychelles’ ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ honour during his visit to the island nation. Accepting the award, he dedicated the recognition to countries working to combat climate change and highlighted the MAHASAGAR vision as a pillar of India-Seychelles cooperation. Read full storyLook inwards: India tears into Pakistan over Karachi blast allegationsIndia strongly rejected Pakistan’s allegations linking it to the Karachi blast, calling the claims baseless and urging Islamabad to “look inwards” instead of blaming others for its internal challenges. New Delhi said attempts to shift responsibility would not change the facts. Read full storySonam Wangchuk begins indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of CJP protestClimate activist Sonam Wangchuk began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, where the CJP has been protesting since June 20 over alleged examination irregularities. The protest also comes amid allegations that some farmer leaders were placed under house arrest to prevent them from reaching the demonstration site. Read full story’We’ve never met in person’: Novak Djokovic reveals special years-long bond with Virat KohliTennis legend Novak Djokovic revealed that he and Virat Kohli have shared a special bond built on mutual admiration despite never meeting in person. Djokovic said the two sporting icons have remained connected over the years through messages and respect for each other’s achievements. Read full story Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Visit Ram Temple, Do Penance’: Yogi Adityanath Attacks Akhilesh Yadav Amid Donation Row | AyodhyaDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug Ads123PhotostoriesSingle or married? Scientists discover rare link between marital status and cancer riskThree- two- three: The magical relationship rule that Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas swear by to keep their marriage strongPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! Try these 6 traditional Indian porridges for breakfastScience says these 7 parenting beliefs may be quietly making life harder for parents and childrenTrisha Krishnan’s champagne gold silk saree is serving rich bridesmaid energy and we’re completely obsessedCan grief shorten your life? The 10-year risk scientists are warning aboutRivers in Delhi NCR: The lifelines that shape the National Capital Region7 Most beautiful grasslands to visit in IndiaNarayan Murthy’s gut-friendly Mysore-style curry is perfect for summer lunch; detailed recipe inside123Hot PicksChinese proverb of the dayJapanese Proverb Of The DayErling Haaland and Isabel Haugseng Combined Net worthFIFA world cup 2026Rams FanRam Temple DonationNigerian Proverb of the dayUS Strike on IranKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingK BhagyarajMumbai Local Train DeathRam Temple Donation RowFIFA World Cup 2026NFL TradeUS Iran CeasefirePriyanka GandhiSergei IvanovMK StalinMumbai Local Train News

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Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath stepped up his attack on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav amid the alleged Ayodhya donation embezzlement row, asking him to visit the Ram Temple and “do penance” to gain “good sense”. Yogi Adityanath asks Akhilesh Yadav to visit Ram temple and ‘do penance’ amid donation theft row PM Modi…

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Bank of India announces 779 Credit Officer vacancies, detailed notification due on June 30

Bank of India announces 779 Credit Officer vacancies, detailed notification due on June 30

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Bank of India Credit Officer recruitment 2026: Check eligibility, vacancies and application details BOI Credit Officer Notification 2026: Bank of India has announced 779 vacancies for the post of Credit Officer across various scales in the General Banking Officer (GBO) stream. A short notification has been released, while the detailed recruitment notification and online application…

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Rhode Island was Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce’s first wedding venue choice, but ‘security wouldn’t have worked’

Rhode Island was Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce’s first wedding venue choice, but ‘security wouldn’t have worked’

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s initial choice was Rhode Island wedding.Image credits: Instagram Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have managed to keep their wedding plans under wraps, despite the staggering speculations across the internet. While many believe that New York City’s classic arena, Madison Square Garden, is the ultimate venue for the high-profile couple, the…

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Drew Scott Parenting Advice: His 4-year-old son picked a toy and…: What happened next became a parenting wake-up call for this Canadian TV star

Drew Scott Parenting Advice: His 4-year-old son picked a toy and…: What happened next became a parenting wake-up call for this Canadian TV star

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Image courtesy: Instagram/@mrdrewscott Every parent has moments they wish they could do over. Sometimes, those moments arrive in the most unexpected ways, not through a difficult conversation or a parenting book, but through the innocent actions of a child.That is exactly what happened to Canadian television star Drew Scott, where a seemingly ordinary interaction with…

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Sonam Wangchuk begins indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of CJP protest

Sonam Wangchuk begins indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of CJP protest

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NEW DELHI: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Sunday began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, where the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has been staging a protest since June 20, demanding the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in examinations.Hundreds of protesters, mostly students and young people, gathered at Jantar Mantar on…

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Photo credit: PTI Telegram’s old-message editing feature remains disabled until June 30 despite the app’s restoration on Monday midnight, a day after the retest of NEET 2026 examinations took place.Since then, the controversy has shifted to deeper questions regarding the app’s nature, its role in the country’s shadow educational economy, and why the government considered the platform uniquely risky in the first place.The app was taken down by the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, upon recommendations from the National Testing Agency (NTA).Reuters reported that the home ministry’s Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre submitted a 35-page report in court as part of the government’s defence of the temporary restriction, arguing that Telegram had not done enough to curb misinformation and fraudulent exam-related activity linked to the medical entrance examination leak controversy.Government’s concerns extended to Telegram’s privacy design, including features that allow users to interact without revealing their phone numbers, making identity detection harder than other widely used messaging apps like WhatsApp.How students use TelegramTelegram is popular with students because it works like a free, mobile-first study hub. Students use it to join public channels for notes, current-affairs PDFs, revision sheets, and lecture clips, and to join private groups for doubt-solving, peer discussion, and exam updates. It supports channels, discussion groups, pinned posts, large file sharing, and access across devices.Students use Telegram for information disseminationStudents also use Telegram as a library. The platform’s searchable posts and easy forwarding make it a convenient place to store and retrieve study material, especially for competitive exam preparation where speed matters. In practical terms, Telegram often replaces fragmented WhatsApp forwarding chains with a more organised archive of lectures, PDFs, and revision content.”For me, Telegram acts as a supplementary academic tool rather than a replacement for standard sources. It also serves as a bridge between those who can afford expensive study material and those who cannot”, said Anurag Pandey, a UPSC aspirant.“Banning Telegram is not a universal remedy; there should be a strict standard operating procedure and clear punishment for those responsible for paper leaks”, he added.However, the same features that make Telegram useful for legitimate learning also make it an attractive platform for unauthorised distribution of educational content.A clickbait on a Telegram channelHow paid educational content circulates for free Subscription-based courses offered online range from thousands to several lakhs, depending on the programme, faculty, and duration.On Telegram, however, lectures from these paid courses are frequently leaked and circulated freely through channels, private groups, and mirror accounts, allowing users to access material without paying the original fee.This has turned Telegram into an informal redistribution network for premium educational content, especially in the test-preparation market where scarcity and high demand make such material highly valuable.The same pattern extends to current-affairs resources and e-newspapers. Many competitive exam aspirants rely on paid newspapers, magazines, compilations, and curated current-affairs PDFs that are normally protected by paywalls or subscription models. Yet these materials are often uploaded to Telegram in scanned, PDF, or forwarded formats and then shared widely at no cost. For students, this creates a cheap and convenient alternative to paid access. For publishers and coaching institutes, it represents a direct loss of control over content that was intended to be monetised.This dual use of Telegram has produced a divided response from coaching institutes. While some seem to be relatively lenient and see unofficial circulation as a form of indirect publicity, others drag the app to court.Telegram’s copyright battles in court There have been multiple instances when coaching institutes have filed cases against the app for copyright infringements.In 2022, Neetu Singh, a prominent educationist and author, filed a case against Telegram after her institute’s copyrighted educational material, including books and lecture videos, was repeatedly circulated without authorisation from multiple channels of the platform.The Delhi High Court observed that mere deletion of one channel was not enough, as new channels kept emerging. It directed Telegram to disclose the details of the channels and associated data such as emails, mobile numbers, IP addresses, and server-related information.Telegram initially objected on the grounds of privacy and jurisdiction, stating its servers were located outside India, and the disclosure would hamper the privacy of its users, but eventually complied with the order.Two years before the case, the high court had banned Telegram from broadcasting any copyrighted content belonging to a prominent coaching institute based in Kota, Rajasthan.Premium content on free circulationSince then, the application has become increasingly visible as an intermediary through which educational copyright infringement is being organised at scale, with multiple copyright-related lawsuits being filed against it.When a coaching institute creates materials like recorded lectures, study notes, test series, question banks, mock tests, E-books, and presentation slides, they automatically receive copyright protection under the Copyright Act, 1957.The act gives them the exclusive right to sell the material, reproduce and distribute copies, license access, create adaptations, and communicate it to the public.India’s shadow education economy Besides school and college, millions of students pay for private tuition, coaching centres, and exam preparation classes. It is most visible in competitive-exam ecosystems such as NEET, JEE, UPSC, SSC, banking, and state recruitment tests, where coaching is often treated as necessary rather than optional.As per the Comprehensive Modular Survey (CMS) on education, 2025, one out of every three school students attends private coaching.A 2021 report published in the South Asia Research journal estimates India’s shadow educational economy somewhere between $ 40-70 billion. Telegram adds a digital layer to an already existing market.It sits at the intersection of three aspects of the education economy: legitimate learning communities, paid coaching businesses, and third parties selling unauthorised content. Telegram makes the market more anonymous and difficult to police, allowing third parties to redistribute premium content without authorisation.The debate surrounding Telegram therefore extends beyond a single platform. It reflects larger questions about the affordability of educational resources, the growing dependence on coaching, the enforcement of copyright in the digital age, and the challenges of regulating online communities used by millions of students.The controversy has also highlighted a difficult balancing act for policymakers: protecting intellectual property and exam integrity while ensuring that students are not excluded from educational opportunities because of cost. Whether Telegram is viewed as a learning tool, a copyright challenge, or a regulatory concern often depends on which side of that boat one sits on.Criticism of the banAfter the platform was banned, an X user’s post was retweeted by the leader of the opposition, Rahul Gandhi. The user claimed their brother’s paid NEET PG notes, videos and study groups were all on the app, forcing him to message pirates just to access what he already paid for.Gandhi’s post framed the move as a “new trick” to stop paper leaks, comparing it to “locking the victim’s door” rather than catching the thief. He also said that “lakhs of students” had been using Telegram for years for notes, test series, discussions, and preparation, so cutting access did not solve the underlying problem.“Most of my notes are in digital format. I uploaded them on Telegram so that I can access them at any time but banning it outright created frustration, lost access to my notes,” said Ravi Maurya, another aspirant.Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, criticised the ban, calling it a punishment for over ⁠150 million ​app users, claiming the leaks would have moved to ​other apps.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorPranjal PandeyPranjal Pandey is an intern at The Times of India. He holds a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication and covers Real Estate, Defence, and International Relations, among other beats.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug AdsMaharashtra TET Exam Postponed After ‘Paper Leak’, 3 Arrested, CM Fadnavis Orders SIT Probe123PhotostoriesSingle or married? Scientists discover rare link between marital status and cancer riskThree- two- three: The magical relationship rule that Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas swear by to keep their marriage strongPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! Try these 6 traditional Indian porridges for breakfastScience says these 7 parenting beliefs may be quietly making life harder for parents and childrenTrisha Krishnan’s champagne gold silk saree is serving rich bridesmaid energy and we’re completely obsessedCan grief shorten your life? 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Photo credit: PTI Telegram’s old-message editing feature remains disabled until June 30 despite the app’s restoration on Monday midnight, a day after the retest of NEET 2026 examinations took place.Since then, the controversy has shifted to deeper questions regarding the app’s nature, its role in the country’s shadow educational economy, and why the government considered the platform uniquely risky in the first place.The app was taken down by the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, upon recommendations from the National Testing Agency (NTA).Reuters reported that the home ministry’s Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre submitted a 35-page report in court as part of the government’s defence of the temporary restriction, arguing that Telegram had not done enough to curb misinformation and fraudulent exam-related activity linked to the medical entrance examination leak controversy.Government’s concerns extended to Telegram’s privacy design, including features that allow users to interact without revealing their phone numbers, making identity detection harder than other widely used messaging apps like WhatsApp.How students use TelegramTelegram is popular with students because it works like a free, mobile-first study hub. Students use it to join public channels for notes, current-affairs PDFs, revision sheets, and lecture clips, and to join private groups for doubt-solving, peer discussion, and exam updates. It supports channels, discussion groups, pinned posts, large file sharing, and access across devices.Students use Telegram for information disseminationStudents also use Telegram as a library. The platform’s searchable posts and easy forwarding make it a convenient place to store and retrieve study material, especially for competitive exam preparation where speed matters. In practical terms, Telegram often replaces fragmented WhatsApp forwarding chains with a more organised archive of lectures, PDFs, and revision content.”For me, Telegram acts as a supplementary academic tool rather than a replacement for standard sources. It also serves as a bridge between those who can afford expensive study material and those who cannot”, said Anurag Pandey, a UPSC aspirant.“Banning Telegram is not a universal remedy; there should be a strict standard operating procedure and clear punishment for those responsible for paper leaks”, he added.However, the same features that make Telegram useful for legitimate learning also make it an attractive platform for unauthorised distribution of educational content.A clickbait on a Telegram channelHow paid educational content circulates for free Subscription-based courses offered online range from thousands to several lakhs, depending on the programme, faculty, and duration.On Telegram, however, lectures from these paid courses are frequently leaked and circulated freely through channels, private groups, and mirror accounts, allowing users to access material without paying the original fee.This has turned Telegram into an informal redistribution network for premium educational content, especially in the test-preparation market where scarcity and high demand make such material highly valuable.The same pattern extends to current-affairs resources and e-newspapers. Many competitive exam aspirants rely on paid newspapers, magazines, compilations, and curated current-affairs PDFs that are normally protected by paywalls or subscription models. Yet these materials are often uploaded to Telegram in scanned, PDF, or forwarded formats and then shared widely at no cost. For students, this creates a cheap and convenient alternative to paid access. For publishers and coaching institutes, it represents a direct loss of control over content that was intended to be monetised.This dual use of Telegram has produced a divided response from coaching institutes. While some seem to be relatively lenient and see unofficial circulation as a form of indirect publicity, others drag the app to court.Telegram’s copyright battles in court There have been multiple instances when coaching institutes have filed cases against the app for copyright infringements.In 2022, Neetu Singh, a prominent educationist and author, filed a case against Telegram after her institute’s copyrighted educational material, including books and lecture videos, was repeatedly circulated without authorisation from multiple channels of the platform.The Delhi High Court observed that mere deletion of one channel was not enough, as new channels kept emerging. It directed Telegram to disclose the details of the channels and associated data such as emails, mobile numbers, IP addresses, and server-related information.Telegram initially objected on the grounds of privacy and jurisdiction, stating its servers were located outside India, and the disclosure would hamper the privacy of its users, but eventually complied with the order.Two years before the case, the high court had banned Telegram from broadcasting any copyrighted content belonging to a prominent coaching institute based in Kota, Rajasthan.Premium content on free circulationSince then, the application has become increasingly visible as an intermediary through which educational copyright infringement is being organised at scale, with multiple copyright-related lawsuits being filed against it.When a coaching institute creates materials like recorded lectures, study notes, test series, question banks, mock tests, E-books, and presentation slides, they automatically receive copyright protection under the Copyright Act, 1957.The act gives them the exclusive right to sell the material, reproduce and distribute copies, license access, create adaptations, and communicate it to the public.India’s shadow education economy Besides school and college, millions of students pay for private tuition, coaching centres, and exam preparation classes. It is most visible in competitive-exam ecosystems such as NEET, JEE, UPSC, SSC, banking, and state recruitment tests, where coaching is often treated as necessary rather than optional.As per the Comprehensive Modular Survey (CMS) on education, 2025, one out of every three school students attends private coaching.A 2021 report published in the South Asia Research journal estimates India’s shadow educational economy somewhere between $ 40-70 billion. Telegram adds a digital layer to an already existing market.It sits at the intersection of three aspects of the education economy: legitimate learning communities, paid coaching businesses, and third parties selling unauthorised content. Telegram makes the market more anonymous and difficult to police, allowing third parties to redistribute premium content without authorisation.The debate surrounding Telegram therefore extends beyond a single platform. It reflects larger questions about the affordability of educational resources, the growing dependence on coaching, the enforcement of copyright in the digital age, and the challenges of regulating online communities used by millions of students.The controversy has also highlighted a difficult balancing act for policymakers: protecting intellectual property and exam integrity while ensuring that students are not excluded from educational opportunities because of cost. Whether Telegram is viewed as a learning tool, a copyright challenge, or a regulatory concern often depends on which side of that boat one sits on.Criticism of the banAfter the platform was banned, an X user’s post was retweeted by the leader of the opposition, Rahul Gandhi. The user claimed their brother’s paid NEET PG notes, videos and study groups were all on the app, forcing him to message pirates just to access what he already paid for.Gandhi’s post framed the move as a “new trick” to stop paper leaks, comparing it to “locking the victim’s door” rather than catching the thief. He also said that “lakhs of students” had been using Telegram for years for notes, test series, discussions, and preparation, so cutting access did not solve the underlying problem.“Most of my notes are in digital format. I uploaded them on Telegram so that I can access them at any time but banning it outright created frustration, lost access to my notes,” said Ravi Maurya, another aspirant.Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, criticised the ban, calling it a punishment for over ⁠150 million ​app users, claiming the leaks would have moved to ​other apps.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorPranjal PandeyPranjal Pandey is an intern at The Times of India. He holds a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication and covers Real Estate, Defence, and International Relations, among other beats.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug AdsMaharashtra TET Exam Postponed After ‘Paper Leak’, 3 Arrested, CM Fadnavis Orders SIT Probe123PhotostoriesSingle or married? Scientists discover rare link between marital status and cancer riskThree- two- three: The magical relationship rule that Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas swear by to keep their marriage strongPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! Try these 6 traditional Indian porridges for breakfastScience says these 7 parenting beliefs may be quietly making life harder for parents and childrenTrisha Krishnan’s champagne gold silk saree is serving rich bridesmaid energy and we’re completely obsessedCan grief shorten your life? 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Telegram’s old-message editing feature remains disabled until June 30 despite the app’s restoration on Monday midnight, a day after the retest of NEET 2026 examinations took place.Since then, the controversy has shifted to deeper questions regarding the app’s nature, its role in the country’s shadow educational economy, and why the government considered the platform uniquely…

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Planning to study in India? Bureau of Immigration shares registration, visa extension rules for international students

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The Bureau of Immigration (BoI), Government of India, has issued a fresh reminder for foreign nationals arriving in the country on a Student Visa, outlining the registration requirements and procedures that allow them to continue their academic programmes without interruption.In a post on X, the Bureau shared that obtaining a Student Visa is only the…

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‘Baby Do Die Do’ star Huma Qureshi teases Yash’s ‘Toxic’ after watching an early cut: ‘This will be the biggest treat for his fans’

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‘Baby Do Die Do’ star Huma Qureshi teases Yash’s ‘Toxic’ after watching an early cut: ‘This will be the biggest treat for his fans’ Huma Qureshi is currently awaiting the release of ‘Baby Do Die Do’, but the actor has already begun building excitement for another much-awaited project, ‘Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups’, which releases…

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Amphitheatres, Jacuzzis and Outdoor Chess: Viral video sparks debate on ‘fake’ housing amenities

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A viral video on Instagram raised eyebrows among homebuyers. It talks about facilities offered by residential projects, which turn out to be of no use in everyday life. From amphitheaters and jacuzzis to reflexology walks and life-sized chess boards, the video argues that are many facilities which end up being underutilized. There has been a…

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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw calls Bengaluru ‘garbage city’, shares visual of ‘what we could have built’

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw calls Bengaluru ‘garbage city’, shares visual of ‘what we could have built’

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Bengaluru is considered the Silicon Valley of India. The city is deemed to have a bright future ahead with the AI boom and startup culture creating more opportunities than could have been imagined. However, in the greed of expanding commerce, the city has sacrificed its nature, something it was previously known for.Pointing this out, Biocon…

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NEW DELHI: The ministry of external Affairs on Sunday rejected allegations made by Pakistan linking India to the recent terrorist attack in Karachi, advising Islamabad to take credible action against terror rather than pointing fingers.The ministry, in a statement, said that Pakistan should rid itself of its habitual tendency to rely on terrorism as an instrument of state policy.”We have seen Pakistani reports making baseless allegations against India regarding the recent incident in Karachi. We categorically reject them. Instead of pointing fingers at others, Pakistan would do better to look inwards, take credible action against the terror infrastructure on its territory and rid itself of its proclivity to rely on terrorism as an instrument of state policy,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.This comes after three members of Pakistan’s paramilitary Rangers force were killed and four others wounded in fighting after militants launched an attack on a regional headquarters in the southern port city of Karachi.A militant rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the provincial headquarters of the Pakistan Rangers in Karachi on Saturday night, triggering an intense exchange of gunfire with security forces, according to police and witnesses.In a statement, the military said security forces had killed three attackers and captured a fourth, who was wounded. It identified the captured suspect as an Afghan national.The military said operations were continuing in the area and warned that Pakistan would retaliate against those responsible for the assault. Pakistan has carried out airstrikes inside Afghanistan in recent years, saying they targeted militants responsible for attacks inside Pakistan. Kabul has repeatedly denied allowing militant groups to use Afghan territory to launch cross-border attacks.Pakistan has witnessed a surge in militant attacks targeting police and security forces in recent years.The military said operations were still under way to eliminate any remaining accomplices of the attackers.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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NEW DELHI: The ministry of external Affairs on Sunday rejected allegations made by Pakistan linking India to the recent terrorist attack in Karachi, advising Islamabad to take credible action against terror rather than pointing fingers.The ministry, in a statement, said that Pakistan should rid itself of its habitual tendency to rely on terrorism as an instrument of state policy.”We have seen Pakistani reports making baseless allegations against India regarding the recent incident in Karachi. We categorically reject them. Instead of pointing fingers at others, Pakistan would do better to look inwards, take credible action against the terror infrastructure on its territory and rid itself of its proclivity to rely on terrorism as an instrument of state policy,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.This comes after three members of Pakistan’s paramilitary Rangers force were killed and four others wounded in fighting after militants launched an attack on a regional headquarters in the southern port city of Karachi.A militant rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the provincial headquarters of the Pakistan Rangers in Karachi on Saturday night, triggering an intense exchange of gunfire with security forces, according to police and witnesses.In a statement, the military said security forces had killed three attackers and captured a fourth, who was wounded. It identified the captured suspect as an Afghan national.The military said operations were continuing in the area and warned that Pakistan would retaliate against those responsible for the assault. Pakistan has carried out airstrikes inside Afghanistan in recent years, saying they targeted militants responsible for attacks inside Pakistan. Kabul has repeatedly denied allowing militant groups to use Afghan territory to launch cross-border attacks.Pakistan has witnessed a surge in militant attacks targeting police and security forces in recent years.The military said operations were still under way to eliminate any remaining accomplices of the attackers.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug AdsMaharashtra TET Exam Postponed After ‘Paper Leak’, 3 Arrested, CM Fadnavis Orders SIT Probe123PhotostoriesThree- two- three: The magical relationship rule that Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas swear by to keep their marriage strongPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! 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NEW DELHI: The ministry of external Affairs on Sunday rejected allegations made by Pakistan linking India to the recent terrorist attack in Karachi, advising Islamabad to take credible action against terror rather than pointing fingers.The ministry, in a statement, said that Pakistan should rid itself of its habitual tendency to rely on terrorism as an…

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DSSSB Forest Guard Admit Card 2026 released at dsssb.delhi.gov.in; written exam from July 7: Direct link

DSSSB Forest Guard Admit Card 2026 released at dsssb.delhi.gov.in; written exam from July 7: Direct link

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DSSSB Forest Guard Admit Card 2026 released; candidates can download hall tickets before July written examination schedule DSSSB Forest Guard Admit Card 2026: The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has released the DSSSB Forest Guard Admit Card 2026 on June 28, 2026, for candidates who registered for the Forest Guard recruitment under Post Code…

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‘No artist should endure such treatment’: AICWA demands FIR against director after Satendra Soni alleges non-payment and death threat

‘No artist should endure such treatment’: AICWA demands FIR against director after Satendra Soni alleges non-payment and death threat

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Actor Satendra Soni, known for ‘Laapataa Ladies’, broke down on social media alleging he was denied payment after shooting for eight days in Madhya Pradesh and was threatened when he asked for his dues. The AICWA has now stepped in and urged the Madhya Pradesh CM to register an FIR against the director. Satendra Soni,…

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G Sindhushree: “My father died in 2022 due to…”: What G Sindhushree did after breaking a national record left many emotional

G Sindhushree: “My father died in 2022 due to…”: What G Sindhushree did after breaking a national record left many emotional

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G Sindhushree holding a passport size photograph of her father. (Photo Credit: Deccan Herald) When G Sindhushree cleared 4.25 metres and created a new national record in women’s pole vault, the stadium in Bhubaneswar erupted in applause. The 25-year-old athlete from Karnataka had just won gold at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships, broken the…

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Arunachal flash floods: Death toll rises to 3; IMD warns of over 200 mm of rainfall till Monday morning

Arunachal flash floods: Death toll rises to 3; IMD warns of over 200 mm of rainfall till Monday morning

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ITANAGAR: The death toll in the flash floods triggered by incessant rainfall in Arunachal Pradesh’s Keyi Panyor district rose to three on Sunday after the body of a missing man was recovered from neighbouring Papum Pare district, according to PTI.State Disaster Management Secretary Dani Sulu said the body of Saurabh Kumar Kharwar was found near…

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NEW DELHI: After Uttarakhand, Assam and Gujarat, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led West Bengal government is likely to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Assembly on Monday.Chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday formally signalled the government’s intention to move ahead with the legislation during the Monsoon session.”The way it (UCC) was implemented in Gujarat, Uttarakhand and Assam by following a procedure. Similarly, it will be implemented in West Bengal. I will inform the Assembly on Monday,” he had said.The CM’s emphasis on procedure appeared aimed at countering criticism from opponents who have argued that a reform with significant social and legal implications should be preceded by extensive consultations.The legislation seeks to replace religion-based personal laws in matters such as marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance and adoption with a common legal framework applicable to all citizens, while retaining constitutional exemptions available to certain categories.The proposed legislation is expected to dominate the ongoing Budget session and set the stage for a wider debate over identity, equality, secularism, constitutional rights and the relationship between personal laws and state authority.This comes after the BJP, in its ‘Sankalp Patra’, promised to implement the UCC in West Bengal within six months, projecting it as a measure aimed at ensuring equality before the law irrespective of faith.’UCC won’t apply to tribals’Ahead of the introduction of the Bill, state BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya asserted that constitutionally protected tribal communities would remain outside its ambit.”The BJP’s position on the UCC is longstanding and unequivocal. It is part of our political commitment and election manifesto,” Bhattacharya said in a social media post on X.Bhattacharya also rejected allegations that the proposed legislation was linked to family-size regulation, saying such provisions were “neither the objective nor a part of the UCC”.Meanwhile, the Trinamool Congress has accused the BJP of attempting to use the legislation as a political instrument rather than pursuing genuine legal reform.TMC chairperson and former CM Mamata Banerjee directed the party to mount an aggressive resistance to the Bill inside and outside the Assembly, arguing that the proposal raises larger questions about constitutional morality, social consent and India’s plural character.”The question is whether the UCC is genuinely being brought for the welfare of citizens and constitutional values, or whether it is being used as an instrument of political polarisation,” a senior TMC leader said, reflecting the party’s official position.Leader of the opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, whose rebel faction has challenged Banerjee’s leadership, has also questioned the government’s urgency.”I don’t understand what the hurry is. A matter like the UCC requires extensive discussion and consultation,” Banerjee said recently, arguing that legislation affecting personal laws and family matters should not be rushed through without broader public debate.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug AdsMaharashtra TET Exam Postponed After ‘Paper Leak’, 3 Arrested, CM Fadnavis Orders SIT Probe123PhotostoriesPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! 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NEW DELHI: After Uttarakhand, Assam and Gujarat, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led West Bengal government is likely to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Assembly on Monday.Chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday formally signalled the government’s intention to move ahead with the legislation during the Monsoon session.”The way it (UCC) was implemented in Gujarat, Uttarakhand and Assam by following a procedure. Similarly, it will be implemented in West Bengal. I will inform the Assembly on Monday,” he had said.The CM’s emphasis on procedure appeared aimed at countering criticism from opponents who have argued that a reform with significant social and legal implications should be preceded by extensive consultations.The legislation seeks to replace religion-based personal laws in matters such as marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance and adoption with a common legal framework applicable to all citizens, while retaining constitutional exemptions available to certain categories.The proposed legislation is expected to dominate the ongoing Budget session and set the stage for a wider debate over identity, equality, secularism, constitutional rights and the relationship between personal laws and state authority.This comes after the BJP, in its ‘Sankalp Patra’, promised to implement the UCC in West Bengal within six months, projecting it as a measure aimed at ensuring equality before the law irrespective of faith.’UCC won’t apply to tribals’Ahead of the introduction of the Bill, state BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya asserted that constitutionally protected tribal communities would remain outside its ambit.”The BJP’s position on the UCC is longstanding and unequivocal. It is part of our political commitment and election manifesto,” Bhattacharya said in a social media post on X.Bhattacharya also rejected allegations that the proposed legislation was linked to family-size regulation, saying such provisions were “neither the objective nor a part of the UCC”.Meanwhile, the Trinamool Congress has accused the BJP of attempting to use the legislation as a political instrument rather than pursuing genuine legal reform.TMC chairperson and former CM Mamata Banerjee directed the party to mount an aggressive resistance to the Bill inside and outside the Assembly, arguing that the proposal raises larger questions about constitutional morality, social consent and India’s plural character.”The question is whether the UCC is genuinely being brought for the welfare of citizens and constitutional values, or whether it is being used as an instrument of political polarisation,” a senior TMC leader said, reflecting the party’s official position.Leader of the opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, whose rebel faction has challenged Banerjee’s leadership, has also questioned the government’s urgency.”I don’t understand what the hurry is. A matter like the UCC requires extensive discussion and consultation,” Banerjee said recently, arguing that legislation affecting personal laws and family matters should not be rushed through without broader public debate.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-Varanasi Bullet Train To Cut Delhi-Lucknow Travel Time To 2 Hours 10 Minutes: Ashwini VaishnawMahua Moitra’s Explosive Attack Over Ram Mandir Donation Row| ’70 KG Silver, 1,250 KG Gold Missing?’Mumbai Police Foil Alleged Mass Poisoning Bid at Muharram Procession; 14,900 Toxic Capsules SeizedCong Seeks Bigger Role in UP Alliance; New In-Charge’s ‘Equal Share’ Pitch Raises Stakes: ReportsBharat Taxi Rolls Out as India’s First Cooperative Cab Service; 500-City Expansion PlannedSix Op Sindoor Personnel Honoured; Opposition Questions Rajnath Singh’s Parliament RemarksOver 1.2 Lakh Waqf Assets Still Await Verification As June 30 Deadline NearsKarnataka Man Pulls Out Crude Bombs After Lover ‘Refused’ To Marry Him, Dies In ExplosionNCB Report Warns Of Nitazenes, Myanmar Route; Flags Telegram As Key Hub For Drug AdsMaharashtra TET Exam Postponed After ‘Paper Leak’, 3 Arrested, CM Fadnavis Orders SIT Probe123PhotostoriesPsychology says women who retain their surname after marriage may have these 7 common personality traitsForget overnight oats! Try these 6 traditional Indian porridges for breakfastScience says these 7 parenting beliefs may be quietly making life harder for parents and childrenTrisha Krishnan’s champagne gold silk saree is serving rich bridesmaid energy and we’re completely obsessedCan grief shorten your life? 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NEW DELHI: After Uttarakhand, Assam and Gujarat, the Bharatiya Janata Party-led West Bengal government is likely to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Assembly on Monday.Chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday formally signalled the government’s intention to move ahead with the legislation during the Monsoon session.“The way it (UCC) was implemented in…

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Cristiano Ronaldo (Photo by Getty Images) Cristiano Ronaldo achieved another major FIFA World Cup milestone on Saturday, even though Portugal were held to a 0-0 draw by Colombia in their final Group K match. The result was enough for both teams to qualify for the Round of 32, with Colombia finishing at the top of…

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