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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (17 JUNE 2026)

by | Jun 17, 2026

Court hearings on Telegram regulation, NEET leak channels, and Opposition Leader recognition.

Courts examine Telegram regulation, action against NEET paper leak channels, and a challenge to recognition of West Bengal’s Opposition Leader.

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (17 JUNE 2026)

DELHI HC HEARS CHALLENGE TO TELEGRAM BLOCKING DEMANDS

Case Name: Telegram FZ-LLC v. Union of India & Ors.

The Delhi High Court heard Telegram’s challenge against directions seeking restrictions on the platform. During the proceedings, the Court questioned the basis and scope of blocking measures, while emphasizing the need to balance national interests, cyber security concerns, and users’ rights to access digital communication platforms. The matter remains under consideration.

LEGAL PROVISIONS & FRAMEWORK

  • Information Technology Act, 2000
  • Section 69A – Blocking powers of the Government
  • Information Technology (Blocking Rules), 2009
  • Article 19(1)(a) – Freedom of speech and expression
  • Article 19(1)(g) – Right to trade and business
  • Principles of proportionality and digital rights

Source: Delhi High Court

TELEGRAM TELLS DELHI HC IT BLOCKED CHANNELS LINKED TO NEET PAPER LEAK

Case Name: Telegram FZ-LLC v. Union of India & Ors.

Telegram informed the Delhi High Court that it had taken action against channels allegedly connected with the NEET examination paper leak controversy. The platform stated that identified channels had been blocked in compliance with legal requirements, while stressing its commitment to cooperating with lawful investigations and preserving platform integrity.

LEGAL PROVISIONS & FRAMEWORK

  • Information Technology Act, 2000
  • Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024
  • Cybercrime and digital evidence principles
  • Intermediary liability framework
  • Data protection and investigation cooperation norms
  • Examination integrity regulations

Source: Delhi High Court

CALCUTTA HC RESERVES ORDER IN TMC’S CHALLENGE TO RECOGNITION OF OPPOSITION LEADER

Case Name: All India Trinamool Congress v. Speaker, West Bengal Legislative Assembly & Ors.

The Calcutta High Court reserved its judgment on the Trinamool Congress challenge to the Speaker’s decision recognising rebel MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of Opposition. The dispute raises significant questions regarding legislative procedure, recognition of opposition leadership, and the scope of the Speaker’s constitutional authority.

LEGAL PROVISIONS & FRAMEWORK

  • Constitution of India
  • Tenth Schedule (Anti-Defection Law)
  • Legislative Assembly Rules of Procedure
  • Speaker’s constitutional powers
  • Judicial review of legislative decisions
  • Democratic representation principles

Source: Calcutta High Court

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Written By Vishakha Khatri

My name is Vishakha Khatri. I am an engineering graduate and a civil service aspirant with a passion for spreading knowledge about Indian polity. I believe that understanding our political system is crucial for every citizen, and I am committed to making this information accessible to everyone in my own easy way. Through my experiences in civil service preparation and my unique perspective as an engineering graduate, I hope to inspire and educate others on the importance of Indian polity.

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