WhatsApp to roll out SIM binding, tighten curbs on digital arrest scamsWhatsApp has agreed to implement SIM binding and enhanced safeguards against prolonged scam calls, as per a Supreme Court filing. The compa...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
WhatsApp banned 9,400 accounts involved in digital arrest scams since January this year: Centre to SCAuthorities are launching a major crackdown on digital arrest scams. WhatsApp has banned thousands of accounts involved in these frauds. Ne...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Has RBI announced 'new rules' for exchanging old Rs 500 & Rs 1,000 currency notes?Social media claims about the Reserve Bank of India allowing exchange of old Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes are false. The official website of th...
20 Apr, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Ambedkar Jayanti 2026 status: Wishes, quotes, messages and images to share on WhatsApp, Facebook and InstagramHappy Ambedkar Jayanti 2026 Wishes: India observes Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14, 2026, honoring Dr. B. R. Ambedkar's legacy of equality, ju...
14 Apr, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
WhatsApp allows users to put music on status updatesThe music can be picked up from a built-in library and overlaid on the image. The update is being rolled out globally.
28 Mar, 2025, 09.50 PM IST
WhatsApp introduces status update sharing feature for web users & companion devicesThe move enhances user experience, enabling more flexibility and convenience in expressing and sharing moments across different platforms.
26 Dec, 2023, 04.03 PM IST
WhatsApp follows Instagram's lead, introduces reply bar feature for status updates on iOS & AndroidThis feature streamlines user engagement by placing the reply bar at the bottom of status updates, eliminating the need to swipe up.
13 Dec, 2023, 04.27 PM IST
Explained: How to share your WhatsApp Status directly on Facebook & other appsWhatsApp users can now share their Status updates directly on Facebook from within the app, thanks to a new update. The latest feature help...
20 Apr, 2023, 04.07 PM IST
WhatsApp rolls out Status-related updates. Here are five features you should know aboutNot every status posted on WhatsApp may be appropriate for all contacts on a user list.
05 Mar, 2023, 09.28 AM IST
How to hide your 'Online' status on WhatsApp: Step-by-step guide for iOS, Android usersThe 'Online' status on WhatsApp appears right below the person's contact name on chat window.
22 Feb, 2023, 12.26 PM IST
WhatsApp adds reaction feature to Story Updates for Indian users, all you need to knowUsers will be able to react directly with emojis on status stories.
17 Oct, 2022, 08.11 PM IST
Now set voice note as status update on WhatsApp, chat application testing new featureWhatsApp is currently testing the new feature and it is expected to be rolled out in future.
22 Sep, 2022, 01.40 PM IST
WhatsApp will soon let users view Status directly from chat list, like Instagram's StoriesWhatsApp is currently working on a new update that will make it easier for users to view Status.
22 Aug, 2022, 12.45 PM IST
Exit WhatsApp groups silently, hide your online status. All you need to know about new features announced by Mark ZuckerbergThe upcoming features will add a layer of protection and keep private messages of users safe.
09 Aug, 2022, 07.40 PM IST
WhatsApp working on ‘Hide Online Status’ and search ‘Businesses Nearby’ featuresThe instant messaging application is toying with the idea to enhance user experience.
28 Dec, 2021, 11.39 AM IST
WhatsApp makes saving contacts easy with QR codes, Dark Mode comes to desktopThe Facebook-owned company also announced animated stickers features for all its users.
02 Jul, 2020, 02.37 PM IST
WhatsApp announces colourful text-based status updatesThe text-based status feature allows users to update their contacts in a more personal way.
28 Aug, 2017, 04.27 PM IST