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
More than 100 women players sign up for ICC's protection programme against online trollingOver 100 women cricketers are now protected from online abuse through the ICC Player Protection Programme, powered by AI. During the T20 Wo...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
Australia pledges tougher enforcement of social media ban for teensAustralia is strengthening laws to ban social media for under-16s, despite initial challenges in enforcement. Prime Minister Albanese vows ...
26 Jun, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
TikTok, YouTube deactivate 4.7 million child accounts in Indonesia following government curbs, minister saysIndonesia has taken significant action regarding child social media engagement, leading to the deactivation of around 4.7 million accounts ...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Anand Mahindra offers help to 80-year-old who plays his 40-year-old broken violin on the pavement dailyMahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has pledged support to an 80-year-old violinist, Bhagwan Mallick, whose poignant video went viral. M...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
Anand Mahindra’s ‘Compassion Dividend’ idea: What if 1 crore Indians gave ₹100 a week?Anand Mahindra champions a 'compassion dividend,' urging Indians to embrace collective generosity beyond business leaders. He envisions mil...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
After quakes, Venezuela must unblock social media access: UN expertsUN experts are urging Venezuela to immediately restore access to social media and news outlets following devastating twin earthquakes. The ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM 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
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
Who is Aber Kawas? Palestinian-American activist who faced 9/11 remarks controversy wins Queens NY State Senate Democratic PrimaryAber Kawas Senate: Aber Kawas, a Palestinian-American activist, has secured a significant Democratic primary win for a New York State Senat...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Karnataka: Man suspected to have links with Pakistan based terror organisation held in DavangereAuthorities apprehended a 20-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh in Davangere, Karnataka, on suspicion of having ties to a Pakistan-based terro...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Google's YouTube settles case over social media harm to childrenThe terms of the settlement of the state court lawsuit were confidential, the lawyers said on Tuesday. The suit named four defendants - You...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
Cred founder Kunal Shah’s appointment as WhatsApp CEO sparks discussion on social mediaIndustry leaders welcomed the leadership transition and acknowledged outgoing WhatsApp executive Will Cathcart's contributions.
23 Jun, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
US court rules Ohio can restrict children's use of social mediaAn appeals court has allowed Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental consent for children under 16 to use social media. This decision over...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
UAE announces social media ban for under-15s, joining growing trendThe United Arab Emirates has implemented a social media ban for children under 15, requiring platforms to monitor and disable underage acco...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
NTA urges NEET-UG candidates to stay calm, ignore rumours ahead of re-examThe National Testing Agency has urged NEET-UG candidates to stay calm and focus on their upcoming re-examination. The agency assures that e...
18 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST