How protective is a username shield?WhatsApp's proposed usernames are seen as a weak privacy enhancement, potentially aiding bad actors and clashing with Indian law enforcemen...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.26 PM IST
WhatsApp says claims of people reserving popular, well-known usernames falseThe rebuttal came as part of a set of FAQs released by the Meta-owned messaging platform around its contentious username feature - which is...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
Quote of the day by Maya Angelou: 'If we are bold, love strikes away the chains of fear from...' - Renowned American poet's words of wisdom on finding strength through loveQuote of the day by Maya Angelou: Renowned American writer Maya Angelou, celebrated for her inspiring words and life story, continues to to...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
Trump turns 'doctor' in self-promoted AI-generated clipUS President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated video on Truth Social, depicting himself as a doctor offering a 'treatment plan' for T...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
'Your father may not have hugged you, but...': Ankur Warikoo's emotional post strikes a chordAnkur Warikoo's social media post beautifully captures how many fathers from an older generation expressed love through quiet sacrifices an...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Australia to give regulator more power to pursue Big Tech over under-16 banPrime Minister Anthony Albanese said there were still too many children on social media and tech firms were not doing enough to comply with...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
The US lags other countries in social media restrictions for kids, but a reform push is growingTwo mothers, Amy Neville and Kristin Bride, are spearheading a movement for stronger online child safety after losing their sons to social ...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.57 AM IST
Australia toughens kids' social media ban, doubles potential penalties for tech firmsAustralia is doubling penalties for tech firms failing to enforce its child social media ban, as evidence shows limited impact on teen usag...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
Psychology explains why we stay addicted to social media longer than we intendEver wonder why a quick social media check turns into hours? It's not just weak willpower. Platforms are designed to hook you with unpredic...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Friday inspiration by Harsh Goenka: "A ship can carry thousands of tons of water around it but if..."Friday Inspiration: Industrialist Harsh Goenka shared a powerful message on social media, comparing life's challenges to a ship at sea. He ...
26 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Is BSE, NSE open or closed today for Muharram?Indian stock markets, including BSE and NSE, are closed today, June 26, for Muharram. The MCX has a partial closure, while NCDEX is shut al...
26 Jun, 2026, 07.07 AM IST
‘A photograph can become a memory, a song can become an emotion’: Anupam Kher shares what he loves about social mediaVeteran actor Anupam Kher believes social media's true value lies in its humane potential. He highlighted how a simple post can foster conn...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Australia teen social media ban has little impact: researchAustralia's social media ban for under 16s has had little impact on teenagers' scrolling habits, researchers said Thursday in one of the fi...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
Indiana man Kevin Singh accused of stalking Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham, faces felony chargesAn Indiana man faces serious charges, including stalking and intimidation, for allegedly sending threatening and explicit messages to India...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
Psychology says people who stop posting their personal lives on social media aren't antisocial; they may be becoming more secureTaking a step back from sharing on social media is not a sign of isolation but a transformative move towards self-affirmation and sincere c...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.02 AM IST
Online: Two-thirds of Indians (66%) have encountered a health or wellness scam: McAfee Health & Wellness researchNew research from McAfee reveals a surge in health scams targeting Indians, particularly young adults. Scammers are exploiting influencer t...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Stock Market Holiday: NSE, BSE to remain shut on Friday for Muharram. Check upcoming market holidaysIndian stock markets, including BSE and NSE, will observe a holiday on Friday, June 26, 2026, for Muharram. While MCX will have a partial c...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.31 PM IST