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'Important issue': SC to hear Centre's plea on IT rules
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Union Government's challenge against the Bombay High Court's September 2024 decision, which struck down certain provisions of the Information Technology Rules that allowed the establishment of Fact Check Units (FCUs) by the central government.
Explained: Trisha Krishnan and R Parthiban's war of words
Actor Trisha Krishnan has been hitting the headlines for the past few weeks due to her personal life controversies.
AI may unmask anonymous internet users
A recent study has raised concerns over the ability of generative artificial intelligence (AI) to unmask anonymous social media users.
Australia mandates age verification to access porn sites
Australia has introduced new laws mandating age verification for accessing adult content, including pornography, R-rated video games, and sexually explicit AI chatbots.
Dubai expats, influencers 'abandoning, euthanizing pets' to escape Iranian strikes
As missile attacks from Iran continue to ravage neighboring Gulf countries, some pet owners in Dubai are abandoning their animals over travel restrictions or relocation costs.
Video surfaces of Iranians chanting "Death to Mojtaba" after appointment
Around the time Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new Supreme Leader, residents of Tehran's Ekbatan neighborhood expressed their discontent.
AI chatbots directing users to illegal online casinos: Report
A recent investigation has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are directing vulnerable social media users to illegal online casinos.
Kerala launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026': What is it?
Kerala has launched a new initiative, the 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026,' to tackle the challenges of the artificial intelligence (AI) era.
Claude wiped entrepreneur's production database, internet mocks his 'childish' prompting
A German entrepreneur, Alexey Grigorev, has claimed that Anthropic's Claude AI wiped his production database.
Mark Zuckerberg admits to prioritizing teen engagement on Instagram
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently testified in a deposition that he has resisted censoring content on his company's platforms, particularly in the context of cosmetic filters on Instagram.
Your conversations with ChatGPT won't seem 'cringe', 'preachy' anymore
OpenAI has announced an update to its chatbot, ChatGPT, with the launch of the new GPT-5.3 Instant model.
Janhvi Kapoor defends brother Arjun against online trolling
Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor has condemned the online bullying and harassment faced by her half-brother, actor Arjun Kapoor.
Why is everyone talking about Jim Carrey's face suddenly?
Hollywood actor Jim Carrey's recent appearance at the Cesar Awards in Paris has sparked widespread speculation about his looks.
Mastodon's new button lets you share content from other websites
Mastodon, the decentralized social media platform, has introduced a universal "Share to Mastodon" button.
Quentin Tarantino is alive; viral death claim baseless
Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino is alive and well, contrary to a viral post on X (formerly Twitter) that claimed he had died in an Iranian missile attack on Israel.
Claude goes down: Thousands worldwide are unable to load chats
Anthropic's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Claude, suffered a major outage today.
AI influencers are taking over social media
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool for influencers to edit content or draft captions. It is now replacing them in certain cases, especially in the creator economy.
SEBI's AI tool removes 120,000 posts by unregistered finfluencers
The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has removed over 120,000 misleading social media posts from unregistered financial influencers.
Farhan Akhtar's BAFTA-winning 'Boong' arrives in theaters in March
Farhan Akhtar's production, Boong, which recently bagged the Best Children's and Family Film award at the 2026 BAFTA film awards, will hit theaters on March 6, 2026.
X just made it easier for advertisers to run campaigns
X is making it easier for advertisers to bring their creative campaigns from other social media platforms.
Rashmika-Vijay's wedding pictures not out; AI edits flood internet
Viral images allegedly from the wedding of actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have sent fans into a frenzy.
Maharashtra forms expert panel to study digital addiction among children
The Maharashtra government has formed an expert panel to study the impact of digital addiction on children.
For textile designers: These AI tools will change your life
Modern textile designers are increasingly turning to AI tools to revolutionize their design processes. From digitizing fabrics, simulating textures, generating patterns, to visualizing garments, these tools help with everything.
Portraits of Shivaji, Padmini used as washroom signs; row erupts
A viral video has sparked a major controversy after it allegedly showed portraits of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Maharani Padmavati used as washroom signs at the Milan Banquet Hall in Sikri, Haryana.
Fact-check: Did Leonardo DiCaprio indulge in cannibalism?
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio has recently been at the center of a bizarre online controversy.
Why was influencer Kirti Patel arrested?
Social media influencer Kirti Patel was arrested in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on Sunday. The arrest followed a complaint by Junagadh-based YouTuber Abjal Sida, who accused her of harassment and attempted extortion.
Why is KATSEYE Manon's temporary hiatus turning messy?
The K-pop-inspired international girl group KATSEYE is currently in a state of turmoil following the announcement of member Manon Bannerman's hiatus to focus on her health.
How to change your name after marriage
Changing your name after marriage can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be.
IAF personnel, father attacked for objecting to wedding procession drinking
An Indian Air Force personnel and his father were allegedly attacked by members of a wedding procession in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh.
'Treated like...criminals': Influencer reveals 38-hour detention in South Korea, China
Popular social media influencer Sachin Awasthi has alleged that he and his wife were detained for 38 hours during their international trip to South Korea and China.
Is India banning social media for teens?
India is mulling over the introduction of age-based restrictions on social media platforms, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
Perplexity's AI browser Comet lands on iPhone next month
Perplexity has announced that its innovative AI-driven web browser, Comet, will be available for iPhone users starting March 11, 2026.
Parental controls don't curb social media use by teens: Meta
A recent internal study by Meta, "Project MYST," has found that parental supervision and controls have little effect on teens' compulsive use of social media.
Why Galgotias University was asked to vacate AI Impact Summit
Galgotias University has been asked to vacate the India AI Impact Summit 2026, following a controversy over its display of a Chinese robotic dog as its own creation.
This game lets you play a victim on Epstein's island
A controversial video game titled Five Nights at Epstein's has sparked outrage among parents.
AI Impact Summit 2026: Attendees slam event for poor organization
The opening day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi was marred by logistical issues.
US government is trying to unmask online critics of ICE
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been pressuring tech companies to reveal the identities of social media users who criticize Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Half of urban Indian kids face online harassment, trolling: Survey
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed that half of all children aged between nine and 17 in urban India have been exposed to inappropriate content or faced online bullying, harassment, or trolling in the last year.
Instagram head to testify in landmark social media addiction trial
Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, is set to testify in a high-profile trial in Los Angeles today.
Bad Bunny's SuperBowl show hits 128M views, doesn't top Lamar
The Super Bowl LX halftime show, headlined by global superstar Bad Bunny, set new records for social media engagement, but it did not surpass the all-time viewership record for halftime shows, previously set by Kendrick Lamar.
'Addiction machines': Did Meta, YouTube harm mental health of users?
The owners of Instagram and YouTube are facing allegations of creating "addiction machines" through their platforms.
Discord won't let you access sensitive content without age verification
Discord has announced a global rollout of its age verification process, starting next month.
'Either Naravane or Penguin...lying': Rahul Gandhi on unpublished book FIR
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has responded to the registration of an FIR over the circulation of an unpublished book by former Army Chief General MM Naravane.
Video: Plane makes emergency landing on US roadway, hits vehicles
A small plane made an emergency landing on a busy street in Gainesville, Georgia, on Monday.
Gamer's blood pressure hits 300 during PUBG, dies from hemorrhage
A 22-year-old man, identified as Mohammad Kaif, died after suffering a brain hemorrhage while playing an online game.
Bihar: Male students mob woman reporter outside exam center
A woman television reporter was mobbed by a group of male students outside a Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) exam center.
Landmark trial over social media addiction among children begins today
A landmark US trial is set to begin today, focusing on whether social media companies intentionally design their platforms to addict children.
Who's Karen Mulder? How's the model related to Epstein files
The recent release of documents from the Epstein files has brought more celebrities and their ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to the fore.
#TechBytes: How to convert screen recordings to GIFs on phone
Converting screen recordings into GIFs on mobile devices can be a handy trick. It lets you share snippets of videos easily, without the need for a full-length file.
Can doodling help improve focus?
Doodling is one of the simplest and most effective ways to practice self-care. It gives you a creative outlet, reduces stress, and improves focus.
Did Timothée Chalamet get caught cheating? Viral photos, rumors explained
Hollywood actor Timothée Chalamet has found himself in the midst of a cheating scandal after he was spotted leaving a Paris hotel with French-Romanian actor Anamaria Vartolomei, also referred to as Ana Maria Bartholomew in some reports.
Why Elon Musk has called Spanish PM a 'tyrant'
Elon Musk has slammed Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez for proposing a ban on social media for minors under 16.
Nepal withdraws controversial social media bill that sparked Gen-Z protests
The Nepal government has withdrawn the controversial Social Media Bill 2025 from Parliament.
Indians spend 102 hours a year identifying scams
A recent report by cybersecurity firm McAfee has revealed that Indians are spending an average of 102 hours a year trying to identify scams.
DGCA dismisses claims, finds Boeing's AI132 fuel switches 'satisfactory'
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has dismissed viral claims about a defect in the fuel cut-off switch on Air India's Boeing 787-8 aircraft.