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X and Bluesky Roll Out Vertical Video Feeds as TikTok Restores Service in the US
X (formerly Twitter) has announced a new feature for its users. It has introduced a dedicated vertical video feed, similar to Instagram's Reels or YouTube's Shorts feeds. Another social media site, Bluesky, founded by Jack Dorsey, who was incidentally one of the founding members of Twitter, also revealed a similar vertical video feed feature. Th...
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TikTok Restores Service After US Ban, Thanks Incoming President Donald Trump
TikTok began restoring its services on Sunday after President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive the app's access in the US. TikTok’s public thanks to Trump, the day before he takes office, comes at a tense moment in US-China relations. Trump has said he intends to place tariffs on China but has also indicated he hopes to have more direct co...
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"Let US Own 50% TikTok": Trump After App Restores Service
Hours after going dark, TitTok began restoring its services on Sunday after incoming President Donald Trump said he would revive the social media app's access in the United States when he returns to power on Monday.
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WhatsApp Targeted by Russian Hackers Seeking Data on Ukraine
Attackers associated with Russia’s Federal Security Service, or FSB, sent emails to specific targets asking them to join WhatsApp groups, Microsoft researchers said in a blog post Thursday.
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EU Considers Expanding Probe Into Elon Musk’s X, Digital Chief Says
EU may expand its probe into whether Elon Musk’s X breached its content moderation rulebook. The commission has accused the platform of failing to tackle illegal content and disinformation.
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"Is It Equality?": Bengaluru Man's Post Questioning Free Bus Service For Women Sparks Debate
A Bengaluru man has ignited debate on social media with his post questioning the fairness and sustainability of the state's free bus service for women.
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Controversy Erupts As CPI Invites Bangladeshi Singer To Event In Kolkata
Controversies have surfaced over the decision of the CPI(M) to invite a popular Bangladeshi singer to perform at a cultural event of the party organised by Jyoti Basu Centre for Social Studies and Research at New Town the state capital this month.
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Telegram Rolls Out Collectible Gifts, Message Search Filters, QR Code Scanner and More Features
Telegram is rolling out several new features with its first update of 2025, the company announced on Wednesday. As part of the changes, the instant messaging app gives users the ability to convert received gifts into collectibles which come with special attributes and can be transferred to others. Additionally, the update brings an in-app QR code s...
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Human Rights Body Tells X To Remove AAP's Campaign Video Featuring Children
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo on Monday directed social media platform 'X' to immediately remove an objectionable video showing the alleged involvement of children in political campaigning by AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal Atishi.
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President Confers 17 Children With Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar honours extraordinary accomplishments in seven categories: art and culture, bravery, innovation, science and technology, social service, sports and environment.
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Actor Arjun Kapoor Falls Victim To Online Scam, Warns Fans
Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor recently took to his social media to warn his fans about an online scam involving someone impersonating his manager.
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Ola Electric Opens 3,200 Stores Amid Year of Consumer Complaint Woes
Ola Electric has increased the number of showrooms and service centers to 4,000, Ankush Aggarwal, group head of financial services and retail auto business, said at an event Wednesday.
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Elon Musk's X Hikes Premium+ Subscription Prices By 35% In India
Elon Musk has raised prices of its top-tier subscription service (Premium+) for his X social media platform by 35% for both new and existing users in India, including across global markets.
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R Ashwin Chooses His Successor, Passes The Baton On Social Media After Retirement
Among all the options to handle spin-bowling duties for India in the post-Ashwin era, his fellow Chennai resident Sundar appears to be the like-for-like replacement.
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Mozi Social Networking App Launched to Help Create More Personal Connections
Mozi, an alternate social media platform, was recently launched on iOS. The founder of the platform claims that it is not really a media platform as users cannot post photos or videos on it. The unique selling point of the platform is that users can connect with new people and those they know in a meaningful way.
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X and Bluesky Roll Out Vertical Video Feeds as TikTok Restores Service in the US
X (formerly Twitter) has announced a new feature for its users. It has introduced a dedicated vertical video feed, similar to Instagram's Reels or YouTube's Shorts feeds. Another social media site, Bluesky, founded by Jack Dorsey, who was incidentally one of the founding members of Twitter, also revealed a similar vertical video feed feature. Th...
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TikTok Restores Service After US Ban, Thanks Incoming President Donald Trump
TikTok began restoring its services on Sunday after President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive the app's access in the US. TikTok’s public thanks to Trump, the day before he takes office, comes at a tense moment in US-China relations. Trump has said he intends to place tariffs on China but has also indicated he hopes to have more direct co...
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"Let US Own 50% TikTok": Trump After App Restores Service
Hours after going dark, TitTok began restoring its services on Sunday after incoming President Donald Trump said he would revive the social media app's access in the United States when he returns to power on Monday.
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WhatsApp Targeted by Russian Hackers Seeking Data on Ukraine
Attackers associated with Russia’s Federal Security Service, or FSB, sent emails to specific targets asking them to join WhatsApp groups, Microsoft researchers said in a blog post Thursday.
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EU Considers Expanding Probe Into Elon Musk’s X, Digital Chief Says
EU may expand its probe into whether Elon Musk’s X breached its content moderation rulebook. The commission has accused the platform of failing to tackle illegal content and disinformation.
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"Is It Equality?": Bengaluru Man's Post Questioning Free Bus Service For Women Sparks Debate
A Bengaluru man has ignited debate on social media with his post questioning the fairness and sustainability of the state's free bus service for women.
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Controversy Erupts As CPI Invites Bangladeshi Singer To Event In Kolkata
Controversies have surfaced over the decision of the CPI(M) to invite a popular Bangladeshi singer to perform at a cultural event of the party organised by Jyoti Basu Centre for Social Studies and Research at New Town the state capital this month.
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Telegram Rolls Out Collectible Gifts, Message Search Filters, QR Code Scanner and More Features
Telegram is rolling out several new features with its first update of 2025, the company announced on Wednesday. As part of the changes, the instant messaging app gives users the ability to convert received gifts into collectibles which come with special attributes and can be transferred to others. Additionally, the update brings an in-app QR code s...
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Human Rights Body Tells X To Remove AAP's Campaign Video Featuring Children
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo on Monday directed social media platform 'X' to immediately remove an objectionable video showing the alleged involvement of children in political campaigning by AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal Atishi.
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President Confers 17 Children With Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar honours extraordinary accomplishments in seven categories: art and culture, bravery, innovation, science and technology, social service, sports and environment.
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Actor Arjun Kapoor Falls Victim To Online Scam, Warns Fans
Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor recently took to his social media to warn his fans about an online scam involving someone impersonating his manager.
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Ola Electric Opens 3,200 Stores Amid Year of Consumer Complaint Woes
Ola Electric has increased the number of showrooms and service centers to 4,000, Ankush Aggarwal, group head of financial services and retail auto business, said at an event Wednesday.
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Elon Musk's X Hikes Premium+ Subscription Prices By 35% In India
Elon Musk has raised prices of its top-tier subscription service (Premium+) for his X social media platform by 35% for both new and existing users in India, including across global markets.
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R Ashwin Chooses His Successor, Passes The Baton On Social Media After Retirement
Among all the options to handle spin-bowling duties for India in the post-Ashwin era, his fellow Chennai resident Sundar appears to be the like-for-like replacement.
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Mozi Social Networking App Launched to Help Create More Personal Connections
Mozi, an alternate social media platform, was recently launched on iOS. The founder of the platform claims that it is not really a media platform as users cannot post photos or videos on it. The unique selling point of the platform is that users can connect with new people and those they know in a meaningful way.
