Delhi e-rickshaw drivers fear remote shutdowns amid trafficE-rickshaw drivers in Delhi are living in fear as a smartphone app allegedly shuts down their vehicles mid-road, risking fatal accidents. V...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
EPFO upgrades unified member portal: UAN activation, generation through portal discontinued; here's how you can do it nowThe EPFO's unified member portal is now live after an upgrade, bringing a new look and significant changes. Key services like UAN activatio...
03 Jul, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
WhatsApp usernames safe from scams, impersonation? Meta issues FAQs amid government scrutinyWhatsApp is rolling out a new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers. The company has released an FAQ ad...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
The world has an anchovy problemProduction has plummeted by up to 40%, sending fishmeal prices to record highs. This crisis threatens to significantly increase the cost of...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Wipro shares could crash 17% on Thursday if ADR is an indicator. What’s worrying investors?Wipro shares are poised for a significant drop following a steep decline in its ADRs, fueled by investor worries about future earnings and ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
WhatsApp usernames’ India hiccup; Zepto’s unusual legal structureWhatsApp’s big bet on usernames has hit a regulatory speed bump in India. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
02 Jul, 2026, 07.55 AM IST
America's 250th birthday is fast becoming Trump's showAs America approaches its 250th birthday, the celebration is overshadowed by Donald Trump's pervasive presence, from proposed currency appe...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.28 AM IST
Usernaam ke Vaaste? Some things to consider about the ruckus over WhatsApp introducing usernamesWhatsApp's introduction of usernames, a feature long present in rivals like Telegram and Signal, has sparked debate, particularly in India....
02 Jul, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Centre asks Meta to pause WhatsApp username rollout; seeks reply in three daysIt has directed Meta to furnish a detailed explanation of the feature within three days. The company has been asked not to roll out the fea...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
WhatsApp pushes back on privacy concerns over username featureWhatsApp announced last week that users can now reserve a username to use once the feature fully launches later this year. The idea, as per...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.19 PM IST
From WhatsApp chats to food orders: How Sebi cracked a Rs 144 crore stock manipulation schemeSebi uncovered an alleged Rs 144 crore pump-and-dump scheme by analysing airline bookings, hotel stays, food delivery records, WhatsApp cha...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
WhatsApp usernames face heat; Byju’s inventory in limboIndia is weighing legal guardrails for WhatsApp usernames amid fresh fraud fears. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
01 Jul, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
India's biggest long-term challenge is creating productive jobs, harnessing demographic dividend: BofA's Rahul BajoriaIndia's primary long-term hurdle is generating enough productive jobs to harness its demographic advantage, according to Bank of America's ...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
Fourth of July restaurant deals 2026: Where to get free doughnuts, $2.50 burgers, 99-cent corn dogs and more this Independence DayCelebrate the Fourth of July without breaking the bank! Restaurants nationwide are offering incredible deals, from 99-cent corn dogs and $2...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
WhatsApp username: Should you use your real name or something else?WhatsApp is rolling out a new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers. This privacy upgrade lets you rese...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
'This could be a disaster': From Ankur Warikoo to Vijay Shekhar Sharma, why India's startup leaders are worried about Kunal Shah's first move at WhatsAppWhatsApp's new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers, has raised significant concerns about potential i...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Bank of America names new Southeast Asia investment banking head, memo showsBank of America has appointed Dominic Tan as its new head of Southeast Asia investment banking, a role he will juggle alongside his existin...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST