Telegram, one of the most popular messaging apps in India, is now at the center of a major investigation by the Indian government. The authorities are looking into claims that criminals are using the app for illegal activities like extortion and gambling. This investigation comes at a sensitive time, as Telegram’s founder and CEO, Pavel Durov, was just arrested in France. He’s accused of not doing enough to stop criminals from using the app for shady purposes.

The Indian government's investigation is being run by two key agencies – the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. They are trying to figure out if Telegram has become a hotspot for criminal activities in the country. According to sources, if the investigation finds serious issues, Telegram could even face a ban in India.

India is one of the largest markets for Telegram, with over five million people using the app. The investigation is particularly focused on ...