Telegram Will Be Banned In India? Here Are Top 5 Alternatives

Published by: Aashish Kumar Shrivastava
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Telegram CEO Arrested

Following Telegam CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France, the instant messenger app is currently under probe in India, over usage for illegal activities such as extortion and gambling.

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Will It Get Banned In India?

This inquiry, which could potentially lead to a ban on the app, is being conducted by the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), in collaboration with MHA and MeitY.

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Top Alternatives

In case Telegram does get banned, here are 5 alternative secure messaging app you can check out instead.

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Signal

It offers end-to-end encryption by default for all messages and calls. It also includes features like disappearing messages and the ability to send encrypted voice and video calls.

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WhatsApp

WhatsApp, owned by Meta (formerly Facebook), is one of the most popular messaging apps globally, with over 2 billion users. It offers end-to-end encryption for all messages and calls.

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Brosix

It’s ideal for businesses that require a secure messaging app for internal communication. It provides end-to-end encryption, along with features like chat room controls, chat history archives, and the ability to specify data security levels.

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Mattermost

This platform offers secure messaging with end-to-end encryption and is designed for team collaboration. It also allows for cross-platform usage, and includes features like file sharing, message search, and the ability to create private chat rooms.

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Microsoft Teams

Teams offer end-to-end encryption, making it a secure option for businesses and educational institutions. Users can conduct video conferences, share files, and collaborate in real-time, all within a secure environment.

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What are you waiting for then? Give these app a shot and find which one do you love the most because Telegram might disappear anyday.

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