Telegram CEO Pavel Durov says Reliance and WhatsApp are behind efforts to ban Telegram in India. In his remarks, Durov alleges that Reliance sabotages Telegram access outside India, which he says could help WhatsApp. He also claims that Reliance lobbies against Telegram. The two outlets reporting the story present these claims as originating from Durov rather than as confirmed facts. The reports do not cite independent verification of the alleged sabotage or lobbying. They also do not provide specific evidence, timelines, or details on any policy actions tied directly to the claims. As described, the dispute centers on Telegram’s leadership making allegations about competitive influence and potential restrictions in India’s messaging market, while other parties are not shown responding in the provided summaries. The story therefore reflects Durov’s assertions about motivations and actions impacting Telegram’s availability and regulatory standing, rather than documented findings from authorities or courts.