Social Media: News
#TechBytes: Tips to save mobile data on WhatsApp
With over 1.5 billion daily active users worldwide and nearly 250 million in India alone, WhatsApp is hands down the most popular instant messaging platform.
Twitter faces privacy watchdog investigation after denying user data request
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) is investigating Twitter over the data it collects using its link shortening service, t.co.
Facebook just unveiled two AI-powered, smart devices for video chatting
Just a few weeks after a major data breach affecting 50 million Facebook users, the social media giant has stepped into the hardware arena with a pair of smart-home devices.
Tripura: Man arrested for making derogatory comments on Mamata Banerjee
A man was arrested in Dhalai district of Tripura for allegedly making derogatory remarks against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on social media.
Sonam K Ahuja going off Twitter, says it's 'too negative'
Bollywood actor Sonam K Ahuja, who has always been vocal about her feelings. has decided to take a break from Twitter, as she finds it "too negative".
ShareChat to monetize user base after two to three years
The regional content-based social media platform ShareChat plans to monetize its user base after 2-3 years.
Woman accuses Facebook of facilitating sex trafficking
A Texas-based woman has filed a lawsuit against Facebook, accusing the social media giant of facilitating sex trafficking.
Divya Spandana rubbishes reports which claimed she has left Congress
Divya Spandana, the social media head of Congress, has rubbished reports which stated she has resigned or been sacked.
Facebook admits to using our mobile numbers for targeted ads
In a recent development, Facebook has confirmed that it uses mobile numbers of its users as a tool to provide targeted Ads.
Kajol gives epic reply to Ajay for his Twitter prank
Ajay Devgn sent social media in a frenzy, yesterday, after he shared wife Kajol's number on Twitter.
Instagram co-founders resign, marking another high-profile exit from Facebook
Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, the co-founders of photo and video sharing network Instagram, have decided to quit.
US: Social media regulation is just one signature away
It seems like US President Trump is making good on his threat to regulate social media companies.
IAF Chief: Social media addiction caused a crash in 2013
In a rather shocking revelation, Indian Air Force Chief BS Dhanoa said on Friday that sleep deprivation, resultant of social media usage, caused an IAF jet to crash in 2013.
Hardik Pandya slammed by fans, here's why!
Hardik Pandya faced flak from fans on the social media platform, Instagram.
Sonali Bendre gets emotional about missing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
Sonali Bendre, who has been sharing updates about her battle with cancer on social media, got emotional about missing the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at her Mumbai home.
Swara gets Vivek's Twitter account locked after his problematic tweet
Swara Bhasker is one of the few actresses in the industry who speaks her mind on social media.
BJP posts graph on "truth of petrol hike", gets trolled
Who doesn't know about BJP's version of 'truth' that's often based on assumptions, and not facts?
#TechBytes: 8 WhatsApp tricks you didn't know existed
If you think you know all about your beloved instant messaging app, WhatsApp, then you're in for a (pleasant!) surprise.
Shahid Kapoor announces being back on Twitter
Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor is back on Twitter a day after his official account on the microblogging site was hacked.
Shikhar Dhawan gives befitting reply to trolls: Here's what happened
The Indian Cricket team is used to facing backlash from their fans every time they lose a match.
Know why this Saudi doctor sued a WhatsApp group admin
Frustrated and tired with an "annoying" group on WhatsApp, a Saudi Arabia-based doctor has filed a lawsuit to sue the admin of that particular group.
J&K official removed from post for comments on politics
A government official in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir was removed from his post and attached to the office of collector land acquisition for his comments on politics on social media, officials said today.
Teenager held for raping 19-year-old girl he met on Facebook
A teenager was detained for allegedly raping a girl whom he befriended on Facebook in Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh.
Want to fight elections? Congress has weird 'Social Media' requirements
With social media presence increasingly becoming a factor that affects election outcomes, the Madhya Pradesh Congress has made it mandatory for aspiring candidates to have a social media influence.
What will happen to your digital personality when you die?
It's important to think about what happens to our digital selves after we die.
Top 5 online platforms where you can promote your music
If you happen to be a budding musician in this digital age, you don't have to rush from one studio to another to get that much-needed breakthrough.
Father-son duo booked for uploading objectionable pics of female students
A man and his son have been booked for posting objectionable pictures of four female students on social media, including a minor, of a private university in Phagwara district of Punjab.
Denmark Prince Nikolai is the latest Internet sensation!
Chiseled jaw line, light-colored eyes, wavy hair and a toned body - no this isn't a description of a model, but the newest Internet sensation, Prince Nikolai of Denmark, who turned 19 two days back.
Facebook launches its video-on-demand service, Watch, globally
Last year, Facebook had launched its video-on-demand (VOD) service, called 'Watch', in the US that would let users watch episodic TV content, as well as sports content on Facebook.
UIDAI advises against sharing Aadhaar details on social media
The UIDAI has said just like users would not share their PAN, Debit/Credit card details on social media, they should follow the same set of rules with Aadhaar.
UP: 2 booked for sharing obscene audio about Vajpayee
Two persons in UP's Bahraich were booked for allegedly sharing an obscene audio clip about former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on social media following which one of them was arrested, police said today.
India gets its own messaging app called 'Namaste Chat'
Hyderabad-based Namaste Online launched India's first messaging app called "Namaste Chat" on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day of India on Wednesday.
'Batwoman' Ruby Rose quits Twitter amidst bizarre fan backlash
When CW Network announced 'Batwoman', the first openly gay superhero lead, Ruby Rose of 'Orange is the New Black' fame mentioned that she'd been cast for the role.
What is cyber insurance and why do you need it?
Generally, wherever there is a threat, there's an insurance company working against it.
Troll says 'KANK' promoted extra-marital affairs, KJo gives classy reply
'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna', also known as 'KANK', remains one of Karan Johar's finest movies.
Jinsha Basheer: The woman biker fighting for social causes
This Kerala woman rides a Royal Enfield. So what, women have been bike riding since ages, you'd argue?
Is 'Momo Challenge' killing teenagers like 'Blue Whale'?
Months after the Blue Whale Challenge took the internet by storm, a new 'game' is doing the rounds, according to reports.
Government exploring ways to block social media; what's going on?
The Department of Telecommunication (DoT) has asked for inputs from telecom operators and internet service providers regarding ways to block social media apps like Facebook and WhatsApp during emergencies, reports Livemint.
This is how you can check time spent on Facebook/Instagram
In a move that seems inspired by Apple's Screen Time feature, Facebook and Instagram have announced a new set of tools that will enable users to keep a track of how much time they spend on these platforms.
55-year-old Vadodara aunty's 'Kiki Challenge' video goes viral
A Kiki dance challenge video of a 55-year-old woman, a Vadodara city resident, has gone viral on social media in Gujarat, even as police in several states have warned people not to perform such acts.