India issues notice to Telegram, Signal on concerns over usernames, source saysIndia has issued notices to messaging apps Telegram and Signal, demanding explanations for safeguards on features allowing anonymous messag...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
Username row: After WhatsApp, IT Ministry sends notice to Telegram, SignalSources said that in the notice to Telegram, the government has asked the platform why it should be allowed to retain the username feature....
03 Jul, 2026, 07.10 AM IST
Zoho's Arattai to drop username feature amid WhatsApp controversyThis comes amid a wider standoff between the Centre and messaging platforms over features that let users connect without sharing phone numb...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
Pick n Pay launches AI grocery shopping assistant in South AfricaSouth African retailer Pick n Pay has launched an AI-powered shopping assistant named "Penny" to simplify grocery ordering. Customers can n...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
Shopping without searching: The Agentic AI future Amazon, Swiggy and Zepto are building in IndiaAI's influence on online shopping is rapidly growing, with agents now completing tasks like purchases. Major platforms like Amazon, Swiggy,...
02 Jul, 2026, 04.41 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
US Independence Day: As America gears up for its 250th Independence Day, check Fourth of July grocery deals and discountsAs America gears up for its 250th Independence Day, major retailers are rolling out significant Fourth of July deals. Expect substantial sa...
02 Jul, 2026, 02.19 PM 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
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
'If you spend all day in a fish market, you’ll carry the smell of fish': Harsh Goenka shares an important life lesson that can change how you see opportunitiesIndustrialist Harsh Goenka shared a powerful social media message highlighting how our daily environments profoundly shape our perspectives...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
How global scammers use US tech to fleece peopleIndian scammer Safeer Koorimannil reveals how AI from American tech giants fuels global fraud rings in Myanmar. Trafficked to a scam center...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.34 AM IST
Maersk boosts outlook on stronger-than-expected container demandGlobal shipping giant Maersk expects the container market to remain strong throughout 2024, with container volumes now projected to grow by...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
Psychology says people who only like to buy clothes in stores and not online are not outdated: Why the brain still trusts touch more than algorithmsPsychology suggests that people who prefer buying clothes in physical stores are rarely being old-fashioned. More often, they are respondin...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on June 27, 2026?Bank holiday today: Several customers are now wondering whether banks will remain shut today (Saturday, June 27, 2026) as well. If you have...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
GTA VI pre-orders: PS5 startup screen takeover, release date, price and physical edition explainedPlayStation is rolling out its most extensive console promotion for Grand Theft Auto VI as pre-orders begin. The game now features a custom...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.11 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
Instagram seller ordered to pay Rs 10,000 after delaying Rs 807 dress by 10 monthsA Kerala consumer commission ordered an online clothing seller to refund a dress cost and pay Rs 10,000 in compensation and costs. The sell...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.08 AM IST