‘Brain Rot’ is everywhere — here’s why the Internet can’t stop talking about itBrain rot, a new term for mental fatigue, is gaining attention. Excessive online content consumption, especially on social media, is linked...
10 Apr, 2026, 01.52 AM IST
Do you have a concert uniform?Concert dressing is becoming a major trend in India. Fans are now putting significant effort into their outfits, reflecting artist aestheti...
25 Jan, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
What is ‘popcorn brain’? Inside the alarming mental shift fueled by reels, shorts and infinite scrollExcessive scrolling and constant digital stimulation are contributing to a rising condition psychologists call “popcorn brain.” Coined by r...
30 Nov, 2025, 08.47 PM IST
Talons, grilles and hand harnesses: India falls for sculptural jewellerySculptural and unusual jewelry, once a niche, is experiencing a resurgence, driven by consumers seeking unique self-expression and artistic...
19 Oct, 2025, 08.44 AM IST
How real money gaming addiction dragged thousands of people into debt crisisThe Central government’s recent ban on RMGs seeks to slam shut a digital Pandora’s box, but for thousands of debt-ridden families, the dama...
22 Sep, 2025, 06.30 AM IST
Swipe, Meme, Invest: Is Gen Z learning or just playing?Financial education needs to evolve for India's Gen Z. Traditional methods don't resonate with them. Gamification and memes can be powerful...
08 Jul, 2025, 04.25 PM IST
NYU psychologist warns early tech use is shattering kids’ focus, suggests what parents can doIn a candid podcast conversation, NYU psychologist Jonathan Haidt warns that constant tech exposure is fragmenting children's attention spa...
03 Jul, 2025, 03.21 PM IST
NYT Mini Crossword answers and clues for May 13, 2025: Full puzzle solutions, expert tips, and how to play the free daily gameNYT Mini Crossword Answers and Clues for May 13, 2025 give fans a fresh puzzle challenge to solve in under a minute. This daily 5×5 grid, c...
13 May, 2025, 07.13 PM IST
Experiment to addiction: How the occasional fancy purchases can quickly turn into habit, pushing you to the brink of financial crisisThe dangers of these social markers is that they tend to creep into our mandatory spends. They slowly become a part of our identity and pre...
28 Apr, 2025, 10.39 AM IST
Is the memecoin mania affecting the credibility and future of crypto?Memecoins are dominating ecosystems like Solana and Base, driving record volumes and user activity. However, their rise raises cultural, et...
26 Apr, 2025, 02.22 PM IST
Are social media algorithms causing psychological harm to children? Elon Musk thinks soElon Musk, CEO of Tesla and father of nine, recently expressed significant concerns about the impact of social media on children. Speaking ...
25 May, 2024, 10.59 AM IST
Needed urgently: Collective action to tackle teen mental health crisis linked to smartphone useSocial psychologist Jonathan Haidt's "The Anxious Generation" examines the alarming rise in adolescent mental health issues, attributing mu...
29 Apr, 2024, 03.05 PM IST
If we crack down on social media anonymity, will it reduce online bullying and hate?Online bullying and misinformation are growing problems, and government action to address them is overdue.
27 Nov, 2021, 10.37 AM IST
Privacy Up-Settings: When 'private' becomes a selling pointIn a world where the norms on what is and isn’t private are more opaque than ever, could privacy become the ultimate luxury?
08 Sep, 2018, 11.55 AM IST
Why digital devices are dopeIn a recent survey conducted by the TOI, it was found that about 45 percent of respondents spent more than four hours a day on their phones.
27 May, 2018, 06.52 PM IST
Killing the like button may lessen social media anxiety, shows VoxWebVoxWeb is a social media platform that lets users add voice captions to pictures and has about one million active users on its platform.
12 Feb, 2018, 07.26 AM IST
How to avoid postponing important financial tasksTo avoid procrastination when it comes to important financial decisions, reward yourself, outsource work or simply make a habit of it.
20 Jul, 2015, 08.50 AM IST