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26 Mar 2025

Google Maps

'WhatsApp messages helped uncover ₹200cr in tax evasion': Nirmala Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended provisions of the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, on Tuesday.

24 Mar 2025

Social Media

22-year-old influencer receives death threats; files police complaint 

Angel Rai (22), a popular social media influencer and actor, has filed a police complaint after receiving death threats via email and Instagram.

22 Mar 2025

Meta

You could soon use AI to generate comments on Instagram

Meta is said to be testing a new feature that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to create comments for Instagram posts.

21 Mar 2025

Paris

Apoorva Mukhija called out for causing scene at Sabrina's concert

YouTuber-turned-actor Apoorva Mukhija has landed herself in hot water yet again, this time for her alleged antics at American singer Sabrina Carpenter's concert in Paris.

20 Mar 2025

Europe

Meta AI chatbot launches in Europe after year-long regulatory delay

Meta has announced the launch of its AI chatbot, Meta AI, across Europe. The rollout comes nearly a year after it was initially planned but halted due to regulatory issues.

18 Mar 2025

Technology

For Android users: How to schedule posts on Instagram

Scheduling Instagram posts can simplify your social media strategy, letting you keep a consistent online presence without having to post manually all the time.

15 Mar 2025

WhatsApp

You can now add Instagram links to your WhatsApp profile

WhatsApp has pushed a new update for its Android app, bumping it up to version number 2.25.7.9.

CSK become first IPL side with 17 million Instagram followers

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have hit a major milestone by becoming the first Indian Premier League (IPL) side to cross 17 million followers on Instagram.

07 Mar 2025

Technology

Instagram will soon offer Discord-like 'community chat' feature

Instagram is said to be working on a new feature called "community chat," which would let users create groups of as many as 250 members.

05 Mar 2025

Meta

UK: You can now recover Meta accounts using facial recognition

Tech giant Meta is expanding its facial recognition test to the UK.

03 Mar 2025

Technology

How to hide like and view counts on Instagram 

Instagram now allows users to hide like and view counts on posts.

03 Mar 2025

Technology

Share the nostalgia: How to repost Instagram flashback stories 

Instagram's "Flashback Stories" or "On This Day" feature allows users to reshare past memories.

28 Feb 2025

Technology

Get back deleted Instagram content: A step-by-step guide 

Instagram's "Recently Deleted" function serves as a handy safety net for those who have mistakenly erased their cherished content.

28 Feb 2025

Facebook

Meta plans standalone AI app, subscription service to rival ChatGPT

Meta is gearing up to launch a standalone artificial intelligence (AI) app in the second quarter of this year.

27 Feb 2025

Instagram Reels

Meta fixes glitch that showed violent content to Instagram users

Meta has fixed a technical error that put users at risk of inappropriate content when using Instagram.

27 Feb 2025

Instagram Reels

Instagram may launch Reels as separate app to rival TikTok

Instagram is said to be considering the launch of a separate app for its short-form video offering, Reels.

27 Feb 2025

Facebook

Facebook suffers major outage, thousands of users affected

Meta's popular social media platform Facebook suffered a major outage earlier today.

25 Feb 2025

Technology

Personalize your Instagram Reels experience like a pro

Instagram's "Suggested Reels" feature aims to optimize your browsing experience by curating a selection of short video clips tailored to your activity and interests.

25 Feb 2025

HBO

HBO unhappy as JioHotstar censors 'The White Lotus' Season 3

JioHotstar, the newly launched streaming platform, has found itself in hot water over its decision to censor two scenes from the third season of The White Lotus.

24 Feb 2025

Android

Adjust sound levels in Instagram Stories: Here's how

Instagram's "Audio Mix" feature allows users to adjust the sound levels of their stories and reels, creating a more immersive and enjoyable experience for their followers.

Modi to let select women take over X, Instagram accounts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a unique initiative for International Women's Day on March 8.

20 Feb 2025

Technology

How to use the 'Countdown' feature in Instagram Story 

Instagram's "Countdown" feature lets you build excitement or anticipation for an event right within your stories.

20 Feb 2025

Celebrity

Rebel Kid Apoorva unfollows everyone after 'India's Got Latent' controversy 

Amid the ongoing India's Got Latent controversy, social media influencer and YouTuber Apoorva Mukhija, aka "The Rebel Kid," has unfollowed everyone on her Instagram account.

20 Feb 2025

Meta

Women bathing pictures at Maha Kumbh sold online; case filed 

The Uttar Pradesh Police have filed a case against two social media handles for allegedly posting and selling videos of women pilgrims bathing at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

20 Feb 2025

Technology

Now you can share music in Instagram DMs: Here's how

In a bid to compete with other direct-messaging platforms such as Apple's iMessage and a host of third-party apps, Instagram is adding a bunch of new features to its messaging system.

19 Feb 2025

Android

For Android users: How to use Instagram's 'Story Drafts' feature 

Instagram's "Story Drafts" feature allows you to craft, save, and fine-tune your stories before sharing them with the world.

19 Feb 2025

Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber unfollows Diddy, The Weeknd, Selena's fiancé on Instagram

Pop star Justin Bieber recently went on an "unfollow spree" on Instagram, disconnecting from some 25 accounts.

19 Feb 2025

Amazon

Amazon discontinues its TikTok-like feed for discovering new products

Amazon has officially killed 'Inspire,' a TikTok-like feature for finding new products in its mobile app.

18 Feb 2025

Technology

For Android users: How to use Instagram's 'Co-Watching' feature 

Instagram's "Co-Watching" feature lets you share your screen to view posts or videos together with your friends in real time during a video chat.

18 Feb 2025

Meghan Markle

Meghan renames lifestyle brand 'American Riviera Orchard' to 'As Ever'

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has unveiled a new name for her lifestyle brand, formerly known as American Riviera Orchard.

15 Feb 2025

Adam Mosseri

Instagram will soon allow you to dislike comments on posts

Instagram has confirmed that it is testing a new feature to downvote or dislike comments.

14 Feb 2025

Technology

Want better photos on Instagram? Try these steps 

Improving photo quality on Instagram can significantly impact how your content is perceived.

13 Feb 2025

Meta

How to protect yourself from 'romance scams' on WhatsApp, Instagram

Meta has warned its users about the increasing 'romance scams' on its platforms, Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

12 Feb 2025

Technology

Insta gives you option to adjust settings for sensitive content

Instagram's "Sensitive Content Control" gives users the ability to adjust how much sensitive content they see in their feed and various parts of the app.

12 Feb 2025

Amit Shah

Amid Ranveer Allahbadia controversy, netizens demand ban on 'BhaDiPa'

The Marathi YouTube channel BhaDiPa (Bharatiya Digital Party) is facing severe criticism with netizens demanding action against its founder, actor Sarang Sathaye.

11 Feb 2025

Technology

Selling on Instagram? Tag and get on in few clicks 

Instagram's "Shopping Tags" feature lets businesses transform their posts into mini storefronts!

11 Feb 2025

Meta

Meta wants to educate children how to identify groomers online

Meta, Facebook's parent company, has partnered with non-profit organization Childhelp to create an educational program for middle school students.

11 Feb 2025

Meta

Instagram expands 'teen accounts' to India: What does it mean?

US tech giant Meta has announced the expansion of its 'teen accounts' feature for Instagram to India.

11 Feb 2025

Devendra Fadnavis

B Praak cancels podcast appearance over Ranveer Allahbadia's 'sex' remarks

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia aka BeerBiceps is facing intense backlash over controversial remarks made on India's Got Latent.