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ZAB.RU Named Top Regional Telegram Channel in Trans-Baikal Region

ZAB.RU, a digital news outlet, has been recognized as the sole representative from the Trans-Baikal region in Russia’s top popular regional Telegram channels, according to New Media citing TGStat data from October 7, 2025. The ranking considered the subscriber engagement rate, growth dynamics, and total reach, with ZAB.RU reaching over 6.3 million people.  No other […]

New Indian Messaging App Arattai Surges to Over 5 Million Downloads, Challenging Telegram

Arattai, a new messaging app developed by Indian company Zoho, has rapidly gained popularity, achieving over 5 million downloads within days of its October 2025 launch. It outpaced established giants like Telegram, Facebook Messenger, and Snapchat, each garnering around 2 million installs in the same period.  Named after the Tamil word for “chit-chat,” Arattai is […]

Telegram Emerges as Popular Platform for Vintage and Secondhand Fashion in Singapore

Telegram has become a thriving marketplace for vintage and secondhand fashion among Singapore’s youth. Originally a niche interest, the trend has rapidly gained popularity, transforming Telegram into a vibrant shopping hub for curated secondhand clothing, including sought-after vintage pieces and Japanese fashion labels.  The app’s chat-based format allows immediate interaction between buyers and sellers, creating […]

Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos

A 2025 study by Kaspersky Lab reveals that Russians interested in cybersecurity news trust Telegram channels the most (39%), followed by television (32%), and Russian news websites (24%). The majority prefer short formats: 66% choose brief posts, and 56% favor video content including TV shows and documentaries.  Longer articles attract 27% of respondents, and 20% […]

Kaluga Authorities Procure Telegram Monitoring Software: Surveillance or Security?

Authorities in Russia’s Kaluga region have announced plans to purchase specialized software for monitoring the Telegram messenger. The Ministry of Competitive Policy of Kaluga has launched an electronic auction for an “Automated Search and Monitoring System for the Telegram Messenger” valued at 1.5 million rubles.  The contracting entity is the state budgetary institution “Center for […]

Telegram Warns French Users of Privacy Risks Amid EU Chat Control Proposal

Pavel Durov  issued a warning to French users about potential privacy threats following the EU’s announcement to vote on the controversial Chat Control initiative. This proposed legislation mandates mandatory scanning of all images and videos in private chats, which Telegram states amounts to near-total privacy violation.  The French proposal, backed by former and current interior […]

Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos

According to a 2025 study by Kaspersky Lab, Russians interested in cybersecurity news trust Telegram channels the most (39%), followed by television (32%), and Russian news websites (24%). The study surveyed media consumption habits and found that short posts (66%) and video content like TV shows and documentaries (56%) are the preferred formats.  Articles and […]

Ministry of Economy of Karelia Launches Official Telegram Channel

The Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Karelia has officially launched its Telegram channel to keep residents and stakeholders informed about the region’s economic developments. The announcement was made on the ministry’s VKontakte page, inviting users to subscribe for timely updates on economic news, investment projects, and government support initiatives.  The new channel aims […]

Telegram Launches Special Gift Set to Celebrate Founder Pavel Durov’s Birthday

Telegram has released a special gift collection to honor the birthday of its founder, Pavel Durov. The collection features a limited edition Durov figurine, with only 4,100 pieces available priced at around 67,000 RUB each. Alongside the figurine, there are Durov-branded long-sleeve shirts and sneakers, each priced at approximately 16,000 RUB, offered with a 10,000 […]

Telegram Version 12.1 Introduces Live Comments, Contact Notes, AI Bot Upgrades, and Liquid Glass Design for iOS 26

Telegram’s latest update for Android and iOS, version 12.1, brings a variety of notable new features to enhance user interaction and customization. Group calls and video chats with up to 1,000 participants now support live comments and reactions, allowing users to send temporary messages during conversations.  A new contact notes feature lets users add private […]

    SHOT

    SHOT

    This Telegram channel is one of the most influential and frequently cited news channels in Russia. Its content mainly covers breaking news reports, tracking of hot topics, and various social, political, and military news, emphasizing fast and authoritative information dissemination. It is widely referenced and has strong news communication power…
    Channel Russian
    Voenacher – Повёрнутые на войне

    Voenacher – Повёрнутые на войне

    This Telegram channel is primarily one of the channels related to the Russian Wagner Group and its affiliated paramilitary organizations. The channel’s content mostly involves military conflicts, battlefield reports, activities of the Wagner Group, and related political and military information. The content published usually includes firsthand battlefield videos, images, and…
    War Channel
    MrTahlilgar آقای تحلیلگر

    MrTahlilgar آقای تحلیلگر

    MrTahlilgar is a Telegram channel focused on military analysis and Iranian defense developments. It covers war news, weapon evaluations, tactical and strategic analyses, and in-depth interpretations of regional security situations.  The channel offers a professional perspective on military technology and battlefield dynamics, suitable for users interested in military science and…
    Channel War
    Masaf | مؤسسه مصاف

    Masaf | مؤسسه مصاف

    Masaf is an Iran-focused Telegram channel centered on geopolitics, military affairs, and ideological topics. It mainly shares news, in-depth analysis, and commentary on conflicts in the Middle East and worldwide, covering war developments, international relations, and strategic policies.  The content often reflects a strong political stance aligned with Iran and…
    War Farsi
    BisimchiMedia بیسیمچی مدیا

    BisimchiMedia بیسیمچی مدیا

    Bisimchi Media is a prominent Iran-focused Telegram channel, specializing in war, military affairs, and regional political news. The channel primarily features updates related to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), battlefield videos, propaganda clips, and expert commentary, covering major conflicts and security developments in Iran and the broader Middle East. …
    Channel War
    OsintTV

    OsintTV

    OsintTV is a Telegram channel focused on international diplomacy, geopolitics, and aviation, primarily sharing analysis and updates based on open-source intelligence (OSINT). The channel covers a wide range of topics, including military conflicts and political developments across multiple countries, without explicitly declaring allegiance to any particular nation or side. Based…
    Channel English
    MEGHUPDATES

    MEGHUPDATES

    MeghUpdates is a Telegram channel with over 62,000 subscribers, targeting audiences in India and worldwide by rapidly delivering major news headlines. The channel covers politics, diplomacy, defense, economy, conflicts, and wars, with a particular focus on India-Pakistan tensions and regional security. It frequently shares official Indian government and military statements,…
    Channel English
    Defence Squad

    Defence Squad

    Defence Squad is an official Telegram channel focused on Indian military updates and security affairs, delivering the latest information on Indian Armed Forces operations, counter-terrorism efforts, and regional security situations. The channel shares content in text, images, and videos, covering military actions and strategic deployments along the India-Pakistan border and…
    Channel English
    Ansarallah_MC – المركز الإعلامي لأنصار الل

    Ansarallah_MC – المركز الإعلامي لأنصار الل

    AnsarAllahMC is the official media Telegram channel of Yemen’s Houthi movement (Ansar Allah). It primarily shares war reports, political statements, and propaganda related to the group’s military operations, attacks against the Saudi-led coalition, political positions, and leadership speeches. The channel clearly supports the Houthi perspective, emphasizing their “just resistance” against…
    War Channel
    Hezbollah حزب الله الإلكتروني

    Hezbollah حزب الله الإلكتروني

    Electrohizbullah is a Telegram channel affiliated with Lebanon’s Hezbollah, focusing on the group’s military operations, political statements, and post-conflict propaganda. The channel actively participates in Hezbollah’s “victory campaign” following the 2023–2024 Lebanon-Israel conflict, emphasizing the group’s resilience and achievements, portraying itself as Lebanon’s defender. The content strongly supports Hezbollah and…
    Channel Arabic
    GAZA NOW

    GAZA NOW

    Gaza Alan PA is an English-language Telegram channel focused on news and developments related to Gaza and the Palestinian conflict. The channel is considered aligned with Hamas and its supporters, emphasizing Israel’s “daily terrorism” against Palestinians and highlighting Palestinian resistance efforts. It aims to expose the impact and harm of…
    Channel English
    Resistance News Network

    Resistance News Network

    PalestineResist (Resistance News Network, RNN) is a Telegram channel focused on live updates from the ground in Palestine, especially highlighting statements and activities of armed resistance groups. It shares official statements from groups like the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), and regional actors such as the Syrian…
    War Channel
    Behold Israel with Amir Tsarfati

    Behold Israel with Amir Tsarfati

    Behold Israel is a Telegram channel run by Israeli news commentator and founder of Behold Israel, Amir Tsarfati, with over 610,000 subscribers. The channel focuses on current events and analysis in the Middle East, especially Israel and its neighboring countries’ political and military developments. The content clearly supports the Israeli…
    Channel English
    IRNA – Islamic Republic News Agency

    IRNA – Islamic Republic News Agency

    IRNA News Agency is Iran’s official state news agency, established in 1934, serving as a primary government news outlet. Its English Telegram channel @Irna_en, with around 14,000 subscribers, mainly shares news on Iranian domestic and international politics, diplomacy, and military affairs, with a strong focus on Middle Eastern conflicts and…
    Channel English
    WarGonzo

    WarGonzo

    WarGonzo is a Russian-language Telegram channel run by journalist and military blogger Semyon Pegov, with over 940,000 subscribers. It is known for its real-time frontline coverage of the Russia-Ukraine war, including combat videos, soldier life, military operations, and political commentary. WarGonzo attracts a large audience with its grassroots reporting style…
    Channel Russian
    Старше Эдды – Vysoky Govorit

    Старше Эдды – Vysoky Govorit

    Vysoky Govorit is a Russian-language Telegram channel categorized among the so-called “Z-channels,” which hold significant influence in Russia’s social media landscape, especially in covering the Russia-Ukraine war and related political events. The channel primarily presents content from the Russian official perspective, sharing military updates, political commentary, and propaganda materials that…
    Channel Russian
    AFU StratCom

    AFU StratCom

    AFU StratCom is the official Telegram channel of the Strategic Communications Department of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It provides authoritative updates on military operations, frontline developments, official statements, and strategic analyses. The channel aims to inform the public and international community with timely and credible war-related information. The content…
    War Channel
    Operativniy ZSU – Оперативний ЗСУ

    Operativniy ZSU – Оперативний ЗСУ

    Operativniy ZSU is a Telegram channel focused on the Armed Forces of Ukraine, providing up-to-date reports on military operations, strikes by aviation, rocket troops, and artillery, as well as frontline combat developments and official statements. The channel covers detailed battlefield updates and official news from Ukrainian military and local authorities.…
    Channel Ukrainian
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