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Meta Connect 2025 today: How to watch and key expectations
Meta's Connect 2025, the company's biggest annual hardware conference, is set to kick off today at 5:00pm PT. That converts to 5:30am on Thursday for viewers in India.
YouTube Studio gets AI insights, collaboration options for creators
YouTube has unveiled a host of new features for its content creation platform, YouTube Studio. The updates are aimed at making the creative journey easier and more efficient for creators.
YouTube adds generative AI tools for Shorts creators
YouTube has announced a new suite of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools for its Shorts creators.
YouTube live streaming gets its biggest update yet
YouTube has announced a major update for its live streaming service, the biggest upgrade in its history.
Baba Ramdev reminds Farah Khan of Salman, here's why
Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan recently visited Baba Ramdev's ashram in Haridwar for her cooking vlog.
Shefali Jariwala's husband to launch YouTube channel in her memory
Parag Tyagi, the husband of late actor Shefali Jariwala, is set to launch a YouTube channel dedicated to their shared story.
Baba Ramdev shows Farah his chemical-less, sandalwood-scented 'jhopdi': Watch
Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan recently visited Haridwar to meet yoga guru and Patanjali co-founder Baba Ramdev for her YouTube series.
Karan Johar moves Delhi HC against people selling unauthorized merch
Filmmaker Karan Johar has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court, seeking protection of his personality rights.
'Sitaare...' earned '20 times its normal business' on YouTube: Aamir
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan recently revealed that his film Sitaare Zameen Par, released on YouTube, earned "20 times its normal business" through pay-per-view.
YouTube now lets you dub your videos in multiple languages
YouTube has officially launched its multi-language audio feature for all creators, following a successful two-year pilot program.
Abhishek Bachchan follows Aishwarya's lead, files case over personality rights
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has approached the Delhi High Court to protect his personality rights. The plea alleges that certain rogue websites have been using his name and image without permission.
Pakistan tapping phones, using firewalls to spy on citizens: Amnesty
Pakistan is spying on its citizens using a phone-tapping system and a Chinese-built internet firewall, according to a report by Amnesty International.
Nepal protests turn deadly; Manisha Koirala calls it 'black day'
Nepal's recent protests against corruption and a government ban on social media platforms have turned deadly, with at least 20 people killed and over 250 injured.
Aishwarya Rai approaches court against misuse of her images
Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has approached the Delhi High Court to protect her personality rights and prevent the unauthorized use of her name, images, and AI-generated pornographic material.
Why this YouTuber has sued 'Bigg Boss 19's Tanya Mittal
YouTuber Balraj Singh has reportedly sent a legal notice to Bigg Boss 19 participant Tanya Mittal.
Nepal home minister resigns after Gen-Z protests leave 19 dead
Nepal's Home Minister Ramesh Lal Lekhak has resigned after violent protests in Kathmandu over a government ban on major social media platforms turned deadly, claiming 19 lives and leaving over 345 injured.
Why access to X, YouTube has been restricted in Turkey
Leading social media platforms like X, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and WhatsApp are facing access restrictions in Turkey.
Massive protests erupt in Nepal after social media platforms blocked
Nepal has been rocked by massive protests after the government ordered internet service providers to block access to popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.
'Bengal Files': Calcutta HC dismisses plea by Bengali revolutionary's family
In a major relief for director Vivek Agnihotri, the Calcutta High Court on Monday dismissed a petition that sought to challenge the portrayal of freedom fighter Gopal Chandra Mukherjee alias "Gopal Patha" in his film The Bengal Files.
'Sesame Street' episodes to be available on YouTube in 2026
In a major development, YouTube has announced that it will now host the largest collection of Sesame Street episodes.
Before theatrical re-release, watch 'Twilight' films for free on YouTube
The Twilight Saga, starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner, is set to stream all five films for free on YouTube.
Why Nepal just blocked Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, other social platforms
Nepal has ordered internet service providers to block access to major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.
Dipika Kakar contracts viral infection following liver cancer surgery
Television actor and YouTuber Dipika Kakar, who is currently undergoing treatment for Stage 2 liver cancer, recently revealed that she has contracted a viral infection.
Disney fined $10M for collecting children's data on YouTube
Disney has been slapped with a $10 million fine by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for allegedly violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act in the US.
Dhanashree reveals she once treated Ranbir during her dentist days
Dhanashree Verma, a content creator and choreographer, recently opened up about her past as a dentist in Farah Khan's latest YouTube vlog.
Will Smith's secret to thriving in the OTT era
Will Smith, the mega-star actor and producer, has thrived in the changing entertainment world by accepting the OTT age.
Parag celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, pays tribute to late wife Shefali
Actor Shefali Jariwala's husband, actor Parag Tyagi, recently celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi in memory of his late wife.
Lily Singh's inspiring rise as America's cultural icon
Through her diverse career, Canadian-born entertainer Lily Singh has become a cultural icon in America.
Ranveer's 'Dhurandhar' 1st look to be screened with 'Param Sundari'
The charismatic first look of Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar will be screened in Indian theaters, starting with the release of Param Sundari, which hits theaters on Friday.
YouTube's 'Hype' feature goes global, boosts emerging creators worldwide
YouTube has launched its innovative "Hype" feature globally, aimed at helping smaller creators gain visibility.
Google TV app gets Material 3, but breaks remote feature
The Google TV app on Android is getting a major update with a Material 3 Expressive redesign.
YouTube Music celebrates 10th anniversary with new features: What's new?
YouTube Music is celebrating its 10th anniversary by introducing a host of new features.
'Bigg Boss 19': Who are probable contestants, Awez Darbar-Nagma Mirajkar?
The 19th season of the popular reality show Bigg Boss is set to premiere on Sunday.
Google to pay $30M to settle YouTube child privacy lawsuit
Google has agreed to pay $30 million to settle a class action lawsuit accusing it of violating children's privacy on YouTube.
TV actor who threatened Kamal Haasan seeks anticipatory bail
Television actor T. Ravichandran has moved the Madras High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a case filed against him by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) police in Chennai.
YouTube might host Oscars starting 2029: Report
The Academy Awards, Hollywood's most prestigious awards ceremony, could have a new host starting in 2029.
Aamir Khan cuts 'Sitaare Zameen...' YouTube price for Independence Day
Aamir Khan is going to celebrate Independence Day by cutting the YouTube rental fee for his latest film, Sitaare Zameen Par.
Farah's cook, viral sensation Dilip, gets paid extra for YouTube?
Farah Khan's YouTube cooking series has not only served delicious recipes but also turned her long-time cook, Dilip, into a social media sensation.
YouTube is hosting Bitcoin scam using my image: Apple co-founder
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has accused YouTube of hosting a Bitcoin scam that exploited his image.
'Sitaare Zameen...': Aamir reveals why he chose YouTube over OTT
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has revealed that his recent film, Sitaare Zameen Par, is yet to be sold to any OTT platform.
Honey Singh, Karan Aujla summoned over 'objectionable language' in songs
The Punjab State Commission for Women has summoned singers Karan Aujla and Honey Singh over the use of "objectionable language" in their songs.
Who's Baaz Sran? Fugitive singer who dodged NCB for 9yrs
On Wednesday, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) arrested Jagsir Singh, a proclaimed offender since 2016, after he evaded the law for nine years.
Amazon lays off hundreds of employees in this division
Amazon is laying off around 110 employees from its Wondery podcast studio as part of a major restructuring of its audio business.
Pixel 10 ad roasts Apple over 'coming soon' AI promises
Google has taken a jab at Apple over the delay of its promised AI-powered Siri upgrade.
YouTube tests Instagram-style collaboration feature for creators
YouTube is testing a new collaboration feature, similar to those on Instagram and TikTok.
You now need minimum 1,000 followers to use Instagram Live
Instagram is raising the bar for its live-streaming feature. The social media platform now requires users to have a public account with at least 1,000 followers to access this feature.
25yrs on, Aamir returns to 'Lagaan' village to screen 'Sitaare...'
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is set to return to the iconic village of Kunariya, near Bhuj, where his Oscar-nominated film Lagaan was shot over two decades ago.
'Sitaare Zameen Par' hits YouTube tomorrow—why Aamir took this call
Aamir Khan's latest film, Sitaare Zameen Par, will be released on YouTube on Friday, August 1. The announcement was made by Khan himself.
YouTube's TV app gets 'Jump Ahead' feature: How it works
YouTube is bringing its AI-powered "Jump Ahead" feature to its TV app, making it easier for Premium subscribers to jump straight to the most interesting parts of a video.
MrBeast receives Play Button for 400 million subscribers; design criticized
YouTube sensation Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, has become the first individual creator to cross 400 million subscribers on his main channel.
Aamir Khan on 'Saiyaara's success: 'Different generations move toward...'
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan recently shared his opinions on the box office success of Saiyaara, a romantic drama starring debutants Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday.
YouTubers can now drop F-bombs early and still monetize
YouTube has updated its monetization policies, allowing creators to use strong profanity (like "f*ck") within the first seven seconds of their videos without losing out on full ad revenue.
Australia just banned YouTube for children under 16: Here's why
Australia has added YouTube to its world-first ban on social media for teenagers.
Aamir Khan skips OTT; 'Sitaare Zameen Par' eyes YouTube debut
Sitaare Zameen Par, a spiritual successor to the 2007 classic Taare Zameen Par, has resonated with audiences worldwide.