Psychology says people who spend hours each evening on social media aren't undisciplined or passively bored; they're caught in a feedback loop designed specifically to feel like socializingSocial media platforms, designed for connection, may paradoxically fuel loneliness through passive consumption and parasocial interactions....
16 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Centre debunks claims of civil services prelims exam question paper leakThe Centre has dismissed social media claims of a leaked UPSC Civil Services prelims exam paper as fake. The Press Information Bureau's Fac...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
Sourav Ganguly makes police complaint over defamatory posts on social mediaFormer India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has lodged a complaint with the police. He alleges a Facebook page with millions of followers i...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
Who is Sorab Bedi? Sanchita Ugale's co-star says the actress 'seemed troubled' when they spoke two days before her death. Recalls they were planning to meetThe television industry is mourning the sudden death of 22-year-old actress Sanchita Ugale, known for her roles in popular shows. Actor Sor...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.38 AM IST
UK Prime Minister Starmer plans social media ban for under-16sBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to ban social media for children under 16, alongside restrictions on gaming and livestr...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
How will the UK ban on social media for under 16s work?Prime Minister Keir Starmer intends to ban social media platforms for children under sixteen. This move aims to protect young people's chil...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
UK PM Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using a range of social media appsBritain plans to ban children under 16 from using social media apps. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated this move aims to protect young peo...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
British PM expected to impose teen social media ban that goes further than Australia'sBritain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans a social media ban for young teenagers. This move aims to shield children from harmful online c...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
Psychology says comparing your timeline to others may be damaging your confidence: Why seeing others succeed makes people question their age, choices and futurePsychology does not suggest that confidence comes from completely avoiding comparisons with others. Instead, self-confidence tends to grow ...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.06 PM IST
Psychology says checking someone’s profile again and again is not curiosity: Why the brain secretly searches for signs of replacement regret or attentionPsychology says checking someone's profile may bring a momentary sense of comfort or reassurance, but that relief is often fleeting. Resear...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Plutarch: ‘I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods…’ How to understand who your real friend is? Life lessons on friendship by the Greek philosopherQuote of the day: Plutarch reminds us that true friendship is built on the connection of independent individuals, not unquestioning agreeme...
13 Jun, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
UP CM condemns social media remarks against Akhilesh Yadav's daughterUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has condemned offensive social media comments targeting Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yad...
13 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Quote of the day by Keira Knightley on technology, relationships and modern life struggle: "It's impossible. You try to have any kind of relationship with your family, with a man, or with a friend..."Keira Knightley highlights a modern challenge. Smartphones and constant internet access strain relationships. Family dinners and conversati...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Canada's move to rein in AI chatbots, spurred by school shooting, faces doubts over loopholesCanada's new AI chatbot and social media regulation bill, prompted by a school shooting, faces criticism for potential loopholes and a leng...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
Who is Salman Khan's neighbour Ketan Kakkad and why are they fighting a case in Bombay HC? Their property dispute explainedA land dispute between Salman Khan and his neighbor, Ketan Kakkad, has escalated into a lengthy legal battle involving allegations of encro...
12 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
Trump has a new, surprising take on the higher cost of living: 'I love the inflation'President Trump surprised many by stating he loves inflation. He linked rising prices to the Iran war. Trump also claimed secret military a...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
'Not enough ties to...': Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia entrepreneur denied US visa despite building company with 100+ employeesSwapnil Srivastav, an Asian entrepreneur, was not given a US tourist visa despite building a successful venture-backed startup employing ov...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.18 AM IST