WhatsApp banned 9,400 accounts involved in digital arrest scams since January this year: Centre to SCAuthorities are launching a major crackdown on digital arrest scams. WhatsApp has banned thousands of accounts involved in these frauds. Ne...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
How a Gurgaon man paid ₹20,000 for a Thailand dream but instead woke up in a jungle guarded by gunsHe was a 21-year-old Gurgaon student who just wanted a job. A Telegram message promised ₹80,000 a month in Thailand. Instead, he crossed ju...
23 Apr, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
WhatsApp introduces status update sharing feature for web users & companion devicesThe move enhances user experience, enabling more flexibility and convenience in expressing and sharing moments across different platforms.
26 Dec, 2023, 04.03 PM IST
When it is better to ignore messages from your bossIn the week following Durga Puja, there have been several reported cases, with four leading to FIRs filed by the Kolkata Police (KP) and Bi...
01 Nov, 2023, 11.58 AM IST
Decoded: How to use same WhatsApp account on four different phonesThe feature has been one of the most awaited updates requested by WhatsApp users across the world.
26 Apr, 2023, 12.00 PM IST
WhatsApp wants to protect users against online fraud, highlights 4 safety features in new campaignThe all-new 'Stay Safe with WhatsApp' campaign will educate users on online safety.
12 Apr, 2023, 10.47 AM IST
How Facebook undermines privacy protections for its 2 billion WhatsApp usersWhatsApp assures users that no one can see their messages, but the Facebook-owned messaging service—the world's largest—has an extensive mo...
12 Sep, 2021, 02.17 PM IST
Signal woos users with simple terms of service; says India market response beats expectationsActon said the Indian market has "completely exceeded all expectations" and the growth in the past few days has driven the company to add c...
13 Jan, 2021, 12.38 PM IST
How WhatsApp Business has become a popular tool for micro enterprisesSmall businesses are finding Whatsapp Business an acceptable substitute for a website or app.
16 Sep, 2019, 10.16 AM IST
Madras HC adjourns hearing on Aadhaar-Social Media linking caseMukul Rohatgi, Senior Advocate for Facebook sought adjournment till 13 September for the Supreme Court transfer petition to be decided.
21 Aug, 2019, 01.48 PM IST
Whatsapp still being used for child abuse videosProbe finds app remains breeding ground for such videos; company says it’s working with tech platforms, authorities.
24 Apr, 2019, 07.30 AM IST
WhatsApp appoints grievance officer for IndiaThe update mentions that users can seek help through the mobile app, send an email or write in to 'Komal Lahiri', who is based out of the U...
24 Sep, 2018, 12.08 PM IST
WhatsApp to take cues from Mexico, Brazil models to debunk false stories during electionsWhatsApp will try to debunk false stories and rhetoric ahead of India’s next general elections.
21 Jul, 2018, 06.43 AM IST
WhatsApp leak: Sebi receives 4 reports, doing further investigationAround a dozen listed firms are under the scanner of Sebi.
21 Jun, 2018, 06.31 PM IST
WhatsApp for Android beta updated with group video and voice callCurrently the latest feature is out only for WhatsApp beta, general public will have an access to it soon.
21 Jun, 2018, 06.24 PM IST
Facebook wants to know if you're on WhatsappIn a blog post on Thursday, WhatsApp outlined the ways in which businesses will be able to create more targeted advertising on Facebook usi...
26 Aug, 2016, 09.40 AM IST
Meet WhatsApp’s first business person, Neeraj AroraNeeraj Arora, 35, is vice prez at WhatsApp , the company that FB acquired for $19 bn. But "Business Guy" is what he calls himself on his Li...
22 Feb, 2014, 11.10 AM IST