Wall Street, known globally as the heart of financial power and corporate professionalism, experienced a surprising transformation as it turned into a lively dance floor for a grand Indian wedding. The bustling financial hub of New York City temporarily traded its usual sharp suits and stock tickers for vibrant traditional attire, Bollywood beats, and the joyful celebration of a 400-person Indian baraat that took over Lower Manhattan. A video of the event quickly made waves acr

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Uttar Pradesh has issued a show-cause notice to its Gonda district chief Amar Kishore Kashyap after a video surfaced showing him in an allegedly inappropriate interaction with a woman at the party office. The incident, recorded on April 12, became public recently and has stirred controversy within party circles and on social media. In the video, Amar Kishore Kashyap is seen escorting a woman into the BJP district office in Gonda. The footage, capt

In a story that has sparked major debate across the internet, a high school English teacher has gone viral after publicly announcing her decision to quit teaching due to the negative impact of artificial intelligence and technology in classrooms. The teacher, identified only as Hannah, posted a candid video on TikTok explaining how AI tools like ChatGPT are reducing student motivation and undermining true learning. Her post has already surpassed 1 million views, triggering widespread discussi

In a major development that has sparked intense national outrage, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered the filing of a police case against state minister Vijay Shah for his controversial and sexist remarks directed at Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The court took suo motu cognizance of the issue and directed the Director General of Police to register a First Information Report (FIR) against the minister. This directive came shortly after a video clip of Mr Shah’s comments at a public cult

A disturbing new trend circulating among students on social media is raising alarm across school districts and fire departments in the United States. The so-called “Chromebook challenge” involves students inserting everyday objects like pencils, paper clips, or other metal items into the USB ports of school-issued Chromebooks. This reckless act can cause the laptops to short circuit, overheat, emit smoke, and in some cases even catch fire, forcing emergency evacuations and posing

In a surprising turn of events, young Bollywood actor Babil Khan, son of the late legendary actor Irrfan Khan, finds himself at the center of a social media storm after a viral video and a public fallout with director Sai Rajesh the man helming the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit Baby. What started as an emotional moment shared by Babil turned into a highly publicized dispute, raising concerns about the fate of their film collaboration. Recently, a video of Babil breaking

India's media and entertainment industry is on the brink of a monumental transformation, driven by aggressive investment and deep innovation, as revealed in a compelling fireside chat between Uday Shankar, Vice Chairman of JioStar, and Vivek Couto, Managing Director of Media Partners Asia, during the WAVES conference. The session, titled “Media in India: Past 25 Years and Journey Ahead to 2047,” offered an insider’s look at how India has emerged as one of the mo

In a sweeping move to address growing concerns over the mental health impact of social media on young people, the Texas House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would ban individuals under 18 from using social media platforms. The bill, known as House Bill 186, passed with a 116-25 vote and now heads to the Texas Senate for further consideration. The bill, authored by Rep. Jared Patterson (R-Frisco), would require social media companies to verify the age of users upo

RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka, known for his witty and thought-provoking social media posts, has once again struck a chord with netizens. This time, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a humorous yet insightful comparison between material purchases and long-term investments particularly gold. Using real-life anecdotes involving his wife, Mr Goenka cleverly highlighted how investing in gold has proven to be far more valuable over the years than spending on depreciating assets like cars,

A short video clip that has gone viral on social media platforms shows a disturbing incident of racial abuse outside Pear Street Bistro in Pinole, California. The 13-second footage, first posted by the X account "I Expose Racists & Pedos," captures a confrontation between two women—one sitting inside a vehicle and another standing outside—during which the latter repeatedly uses the N-word while being recorded. The clip has ignited a firestorm of criticism o

After months out of the spotlight, former President Joe Biden returned to the national stage with a blistering critique of the current administration’s handling of Social Security and the deepening divide in American politics. Addressing a crowd of policy advocates and community leaders, Biden warned of sweeping staff reductions at the Social Security Administration (SSA) and accused the White House of undermining a foundational institution that millions of Americans rely on. Biden&rs

In the digital-first world of 2025, it’s no surprise that children and teenagers are spending increasing amounts of time on smartphones. Whether it’s chatting with friends, gaming online, or creating content, there’s an app for every social or entertainment need. But with digital connection also comes risk — and not all apps are created equal. As a parent, knowing what apps your kids use is the first step in protecting them from online predators, cyberbullying, and ina

In a significant move to celebrate the legacy of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, the Government of India is set to launch a nationwide campaign starting April 14. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with MY Bharat Volunteers, is spearheading the initiative that aims to engage the youth in commemorating Ambedkar’s enduring contributions to social justice, democracy, and equality. The campaign will include Jai Bhim Yatras—peaceful p

  A small family-run theater in Washington Township, New Jersey, has been forced to change its policies after a viral social media trend led to widespread chaos and damage during the opening night of the much-anticipated Minecraft movie. The Township Theatre, a local entertainment staple, announced new restrictions requiring minors to be accompanied by an adult when attending the movie after a disruptive incident that left the facility damaged and other guests distressed. The

A growing wave of visa cancellations is sweeping through international student communities in the United States, raising alarm among students, universities, and civil rights advocates. According to a report by the Associated Press, international students—especially those from India—are facing heightened scrutiny, with some losing their student visas over issues as minor as traffic violations or social media activity. In a troubling shift, several top US universities including Harv

Reports circulating on social media recently claimed that country music icon Reba McEntire had passed away. These rumors, however, are completely false. The beloved singer, songwriter, and actress is alive and continuing her work in the entertainment industry. The misinformation, which quickly spread across platforms like Facebook, led to widespread confusion and concern among her fans. This is not the first time that

The Indian government is reportedly working on a Universal Pension Scheme, a voluntary initiative designed to provide retirement benefits to individuals across all sectors, including those in unorganised employment, traders, and self-employed individuals aged 18 and above. Unlike traditional job-based pension plans, this scheme will not be tied to any specific employment, making it accessible to a wider range of individuals.The Labour Ministry has already initiated discussions on the framewor

Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has sparked a political showdown with the DMK by challenging its IT wing to a social media hashtag battle. The confrontation comes after DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin warned that if the BJP government continued imposing Hindi, the slogan in Tamil Nadu would shift from ‘Go Back Modi’ to ‘Get Out Modi’.   Responding aggressively, Annamalai dared DMK supporters to tweet ‘

The social media platform X has agreed to pay 10 million dollars to former President Donald Trump as part of a settlement that brings an end to a legal dispute stemming from the suspension of his account. This resolution marks the conclusion of a contentious legal battle that had its roots in the events following the U.S. Capitol incident. In January 2021, two days after the events at the Capitol, X – formerly known as Twitter – made the decision to su

K. T. Rama Rao (KTR), the former IT Minister of Telangana, has been at the center of an ACB investigation regarding allegations in the Formula E car race project. During a lengthy questioning session, KTR was asked over 80 questions about his involvement in the allocation of funds to private companies without seeking the necessary approvals from the Telangana Cabinet or the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). While KTR admitted to approving the funds, he justified his actions as a quick decision, ca