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Record Message and Foward

Click here to OnlyTG Recorder help center>>> OnlyTG Recorder provides the function to combine message to a record. And you can quickly forward it to other users. Video Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_VXBawJfNU step 1 Start Recorder Bot(@RecordOnBot) and select Language to set language. step 2 Forward messages from other contacts, channels, groups and more to Recorder. Then Recorder will notify you […]

Ukraine Celebrates Ukrainian Drone Attack on Volgograd in Telegram Channels

Ukrainian Telegram channels have been actively discussing—and openly celebrating—the aftermath of a Ukrainian drone attack on Volgograd since last night. According to Volganet.net, commenters show no restraint in their language, expressing delight at the strike on civilians while eagerly viewing photos and videos shared by Volgograd residents themselves. The early March 4 terrorist attack by […]

Telegram Overtakes WhatsApp as Russia’s Top Messenger

In January 2026, Telegram became the most popular messenger in Russia, overtaking long‑time leader WhatsApp, according to Okkam’s calculations based on Mediascope data. The ranking counts users aged 12+ who accessed a mobile app or desktop web version at least once during the month. Telegram reached 95.978 million users, compared with 89.418 million for WhatsApp, […]

French Justice Minister ‘Offers’ Riviera Sentences for Russians Jailed over Telegram

France has unveiled a tongue‑in‑cheek “humanitarian initiative” for Russian citizens reportedly sentenced for using Telegram, proposing that the first 250 such convicts serve their terms on the French Riviera. According to the plan, a negotiating group has sent a request to Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office to arrange extradition under special conditions. The inmates would be […]

Durov Says Dubai ‘Statistically Safer’ Than Europe, Even Under Missile Fire

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has triggered debate after contrasting safety in Europe with that in Dubai amid rising regional tensions. In a post on X, Durov said he had to leave Dubai for Europe a week earlier and joked that he was now “missing the free fireworks from Iran” while “exposing myself to greater risk.” […]

Novosibirsk Detains At Least 15 at Anti‑Telegram Block Protest

In Novosibirsk, security forces detained at least 15 people during a protest against plans to block Telegram in Russia. Among those detained were rally participants, including RCP(i) member Oleg Metzler, former city council deputy Anton Kartavin, journalists Sergei Oshchepkov and Vitaly Bochkaryov, as well as several bystanders. All were taken to Police Department No. 1 […]

Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

Telegram bot developers who enable the new gradual (streaming) answer display — where text appears smoothly as it is generated — will indirectly pay for it through higher commissions. This feature, previously available only to AI bots, became accessible to all bots from March 2026 to make responses look more visually appealing. While Telegram does […]

Novosibirsk Rally in Support of Telegram Shut Down

A planned rally in Novosibirsk on March 1 against the blocking of Telegram and the “forced installation of Max” ultimately did not take place. According to Kommersant, access routes to the protest site near the Globus Theatre were cordoned off with warning tape, with authorities citing an inspection of trees in the adjoining square as […]

Tags, Anti-Copy Chats, GIF Editing and Telegram Login Rolled Out

The latest Telegram update introduces text tags that appear next to users’ names in group chats, allowing members to show their role, job title, apartment number, interests, and more. Group admins can decide whether only they can assign tags or allow members to choose their own, with admin tags always highlighted in color. Telegram also […]

Irkutsk Reverses Approval for Pro-Telegram Rally

The Irkutsk city administration initially approved a rally in support of Telegram and “for a free internet” but later revoked the permit due to “significant public attention” to the event. The demonstration, organized by local Yabloko party leader Grigory Gribenko and activist Pavel Kharitonenko, was set for March 1 with up to 300 participants. Organizers […]

    [2026.3.3] Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

    [2026.3.3] Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

    Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings Enabling Telegram’s smooth, gradual reply feature for bots adds a 15% Stars commission on in‑bot purchases, and combined with…

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    2026-03-03 Create
    Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

    Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

    Telegram bot developers who enable the new gradual (streaming) answer display — where text appears smoothly as it is generated — will indirectly pay for it through higher commissions. This…

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    2026-03-03 Create
    [2025.12.29] Buy Telegram Stars Early to Avoid Holiday Payment Delays

    [2025.12.29] Buy Telegram Stars Early to Avoid Holiday Payment Delays

    Buy Telegram Stars Early to Avoid Holiday Payment Delays Telegram users are advised to buy Stars early, as server overloads during holidays can cause payment issues when purchasing or gifting…

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    2025-12-29 Create
    Buy Telegram Stars Early to Avoid Holiday Payment Delays

    Buy Telegram Stars Early to Avoid Holiday Payment Delays

    With New Year celebrations approaching, many Telegram users plan to send Stars and other gifts to friends and family. However, the @tginfo editorial team warns that Telegram’s servers often face…

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    [2025.12.15] Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories

    [2025.12.15] Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories

    Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories Telegram’s update adds secure passkey logins without SMS, escrow‑based gift purchase offers using Stars or TON, and a…

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    Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories

    Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories

    Telegram has rolled out a new update that focuses on security, monetization, and creative tools. Users can now enable passkeys to log into their accounts instantly using a device PIN…

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    2025-12-15 Create
    Telegram Earns 347 Million Rubles in Auction of Khabib Nurmagomedov Digital Papakhas

    Telegram Earns 347 Million Rubles in Auction of Khabib Nurmagomedov Digital Papakhas

    Telegram has generated more than 347 million rubles (about $3.8 million USD) by auctioning licensed digital papakhas—traditional headwear symbolizing Khabib Nurmagomedov’s undefeated UFC legacy. At the event, 29,000 collectible papakhas…

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    2025-11-24 Create
    Telegram Adds Live Stories, Gift Auctions, and Improved Interface in Major Update

    Telegram Adds Live Stories, Gift Auctions, and Improved Interface in Major Update

    Telegram’s November update adds several major features across platforms. Now, users can start live streams in Telegram Stories, letting participants send, highlight, and pin comments using “Stars” as donations. Live…

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    2025-11-21 Create
    Find 5 Russian Telegram Channels for Game in 2025

    Find 5 Russian Telegram Channels for Game in 2025

    Telegram has emerged as the dominant platform for Russian gaming communities, reaching 78.3% of Russian gamers compared to VK's 67.7% . This messaging platform has become particularly popular for gaming…

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