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Vaiyapuri then recalled that a senior production manager contacted him and asked him to come to the office to meet a director. However, the actor said the director declined to meet him

Model-actor Rhiya Ahir never imagined that a moment during a protest against NEET paper leak would become one of the most defining chapters of her career. After a video of her standing in front of a police van during the protest went viral, Rhiya suddenly foun

Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath recalled how a 15-year-old media appearance helped boost the broker s account openings in its early days. He also revealed that he used the pseudonym Sachin and even faked an accent while speaking to a journalist

Social media users have shared scary visuals of an apparent tornado forming in Humble, Texas. While there are no official reports yet, witnesses say they can see a twister forming in the sky

The Hebbagodi police registered an FIR on May 16 based on Narayana s complaint, following which investigators began tracing the fraudsters. Police said more than 10 people from different parts of Karnataka have since reported being cheated through the fake pro

From digitally dressing up a turbaned Sikh politician in an off-shoulder woman outfit to showing a chief minister being slapped inside a classroom, the social media battle between political rivals in Punjab seems to have hit a new low in the run-up to the Asse

Miley Cyrus is going mononymous. The 33-year-old singer dropped Cyrus from her social media handles and changed her website to present herself simply as Miley on Monday

Tamil Nadu Temples Mobile Ban List: Tamil Nadu has introduced a mobile phone restriction at 52 major temples from September 1 to preserve the sanctity of temple premises and curb unauthorised photography, videography and social media reels. Devotees must depos

Norway s Erling Haaland has emerged as one of the defining personalities of this World Cup, not just for his goals, but also for the viral moments, social media posts, and Internet buzz that seem to follow him everywhere. At just 25, the Norwegian striker has

Bollywood actor Swara Bhasker is no stranger to controversy, and this time she has sparked a debate over Deepika Padukone's 2018 film Padmaavat. The actor, who spoke at the Woman Life Freedom talk at the India International Centre in Delhi on August 31, spoke

What LIC should do to remain money-spinner for govt, policyholders From survival to 193 mn subscribers: Is Vi finally making a comeback? ET Prime special series: 2013 to 2026

A Bengaluru tenant new to the city has sparked a discussion on Reddit after expressing shock over some of the clauses mentioned in a rental agreement, including security deposit refund after 30 days of vacating the flat and painting charges equal to 30 days of

Posts shared on K Bhagyaraj s official social media account after his death in Chennai have triggered a public controversy, with son Shanthanu Bhagyaraj facing accusations of forgery and opportunism after releasing what appeared to be earlier letters signed by

Meta s Threads app is expanding its Live Chats feature with new capabilities that look to improve accessibility, moderation, and audience participation on the social media platform. The tech giant recently announced that Live Chats will now support translation

The trial in Oakland, which is expected to last six weeks, pits 29 US states against the two social media platforms' owner, Meta. Four states California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey are running the jury case on behalf of the rest

TikTok has agreed to a $400 million settlement with the US Department of Justice. This resolution addresses allegations of violating federal children's privacy laws

Kareena Kapoor Khan fans can't contain their excitement at the latest speculation. A video going viral shows the actor walking around with what appears to be a baby bump!

The committee, set up in May to examine legal options for dealing with defamatory content online, has submitted its recommendations to the state Law and Judiciary Department. According to sources, the committee has settled on a state amendment to the BNS, whic

Police suspect rivalry between two groups and a social media post by the victim that triggered the alleged murder of a Class XII student by his two friends at Vetal Tekdi in Pune's Kothrud. Two juveniles have been detained in connection with the case

Being on trend is important in 2026, especially when it offers a chance to reach and connect with a vast audience at once. And who better to understand that than Lok Sabha MP Shashi Tharoor, who recently jumped on the viral Preparing for my Netflix Documentary

An Indian Express investigation has found that workers arrested during the April protests in Noida were jailed for an average of 53 days before courts intervened, granting bail in 84 per cent of cases involving substantive allegations. Judges held that mere pr

An X user's criticism of affluent Indian parenting has triggered a debate over whether generational wealth encourages dependence among some young adults. The post argued that passive income, family businesses and comfortable lifestyles can discourage work, rel

A video showing an Indian man being approached by a woman while dining with his family at a restaurant has sparked outrage online after she tells him he smelled quite nice for an Indian man and added that he did not smell like curry . The place and date of the

For a generation of digital natives growing up on smartphones and social media, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not what lies in the future. It is becoming a part of the texture of the everyday: A sounding board for curiosity, a companion that shapes how they

Megan O Neill, a deputy attorney general for California, told the eight-person jury that Meta s business model was to hook the users, hold them for as long as they can, harvest their data, and then hide the truth from the public. It worked especially well for

Feeling unattractive during adolescence is more common than many parents realise. As children grow into their teenage years and young adulthood, their perception of their appearance can become closely tied to confidence, friendships and how they believe others

The BJP s organisational overhaul signals the return of leaders who had been sidelined, replaces the social media in-charge, and brings in a new youth wing president all changes that are being viewed within the party as a much-needed refresh after the recent C

The Kerala General Education Minister s office has lodged a complaint with the state police chief, seeking immediate action against social media channels allegedly misleading students with false claims about Onam school examination question papers, officials s

France s top court on Friday blocked a bill banning social media access for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression and delivering a setback for President Emmanuel Macron, who asked his government to rewrite the legislation. The bill would ha

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Some of the most meaningful relationships in life are the ones we never plan for. Sometimes, people simply cross paths, grow close, and become important to each other without even realising it

Actor Vikrant Massey has opened up about the toll social media criticism once took on his emotional and mental health. The actor, who is currently receiving appreciation for his performance in Musafir Cafe, recently appeared on Shekhar Suman's talk show and re

Arunachal Pradesh Police warns against sharing unverified security-related content online. Circulating photos and videos of border incidents can compromise operational security

Actor Anupama Parameswaran has caught the attention of many on social media with her detailed conversation about her past relationship, which she termed as narcissistic abuse. Although she did not name the man, many quickly assumed it was Dhruv Vikram, her Bis

Civil Judge (Junior Division) Kaushal Kumar Yadav was hearing Khaira s application seeking an ad-interim injunction in his suit seeking removal of the allegedly AI-generated content, protection of his reputation, dignity and personality rights, and damages. Th

No other platforms have released compliance data that matches the date range given by Meta, but Australian government figures and multiple independent studies have shown more than eight in 10 under-16s were still on social media in the ban s first three months

Sai Pallavi has long stood out in the film industry for her natural approach to beauty and her decision to embrace her appearance without conforming to conventional standards. Known for often appearing with minimal or no makeup, the actor has spoken openly abo

ET Prime special series: Bigger or Better? Bharat Electronics 2013 to 2026 journey Part 1 Stuck for a decade, then 5 years early: Can biogas follow ethanol's curve?

More than 10 customers, primarily high-frequency trading firms, have signed agreements with US President Donald Trump s media company to receive its fastest available feed of posts from Truth Social, turning his social media activity into a potentially lucrati

BJP MP Harbhajan Singh's 'men in a zombie-like state' video has escalated his clash with Punjab's AAP government over the spread of banned narcotics in the state. The video - posted Tuesday by the ex-India cricketer on X - was a compilation of men standing mot

Hollywood actor Jenna Ortega has been thrust into an online debate, following an interview in which fans noted that she looked completely different. The actor, from popular Netflix show Wednesday, participated in the series called How I Got Here for Esquire ma

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Investment firms are recognizing YouTubers as a growing, underserved market. These firms offer capital and tools to help creators scale their businesses

At a time when many students in Tamil Nadu are preparing for engineering and medical entrance exams, 17-year-old Pranav Ilango from Erode followed a different academic route. His decision has now earned him a full scholarship worth Rs 3.55 crore to study at Br

Anand Mahindra champions a 'compassion dividend,' urging Indians to embrace collective generosity beyond business leaders. He envisions millions of small acts of kindness, like paying it forward with modest donations or meals, creating a transformative impact

A holiday outing at Goa s popular Baga Beach turned tragic when a tourist was swept away by powerful waves after venturing onto seaside rocks despite repeated warnings from his companion. The chilling incident, captured on video, has since gone viral on social

A young pilot spelled "I'm bored" across the sky during a routine test flight. This journey was a scheduled test run after maintenance work on the aircraft