Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar has recently raised awareness about a fake social media account impersonating her husband, director Sundar C, who recently made his political debut. This came after BJP state president Nainar Nagendran tagged the unverified account of Sundar C in a post, prompting Khushbu to clarify the situation. She immediately warned her followers by sharing the photo on her own X handle, making it clear that Sundar C does not have an official social media presence as of now

A Los Angeles jury has found Meta and YouTube negligent in the design and operation of their platforms, delivering a significant verdict in one of the first trials addressing allegations of social media addiction. The jury concluded that both companies played a substantial role in causing harm to the plaintiff, identified as K.G.M., and failed to adequately warn users about potential risks associated with Instagram and YouTube. The panel awarded $3 million in compensatory damages, a

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 has been hit by a major disruption after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced drastic changes to the tournament format. Due to the ongoing fuel shortage triggered by the West Asia conflict, the PCB has decided to stage the matches behind closed doors and restrict the tournament to only two venues Lahore and Karachi. This decision has raised eyebrows, and social media users have mocked the league, dubbing it the Petrol Shortage League. The P

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday released a video on social media appearing to dismiss rumours circulating online that falsely claimed he had died. The clip, shared through his official account on the platform X, shows the Israeli leader casually speaking with people at an outdoor location while purchasing a cup of coffee. The post surfaced as speculation and misinformation about the prime minister’s health and status spread across various social media platforms.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has arrested 35 individuals, including 19 Indians,

In a historic move, Karnataka’s Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a ban on social media use for children under the age of 16 during the state’s 2026–27 Budget presentation. This decision is driven by growing concerns about smartphone addiction, online safety risks, and excessive screen exposure, which have become major issues for young users. Karnataka is now the first state in India to take a definitive stance on regulating children’s access to social media, with other states lik

Thalapathy Vijay, one of Tamil cinema’s biggest superstars, is currently in the midst of a complicated personal situation following his wife Sangeeta’s decision to file for divorce. In her petition, she cited Vijay’s alleged extra-marital relationship as the reason behind their separation. The news has sent shockwaves through the public, and the latest media reports have only added fuel to the fire. According to several national media sources, Vijay’s son, Jason Sanjay, has

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a major milestone in the digital world, becoming the first world leader to amass 100 million followers on Instagram. This unprecedented achievement highlights his dominant presence on social media platforms and marks him as one of the most influential global political figures online. Since joining Instagram in 2014, PM Modi’s account has grown significantly, providing glimpses into his official engagements, international visits, cultural m

Selena Gomez has seemingly addressed the social media backlash following her husband Benny Blanco’s viral “dirty feet” moment. The incident, which unfolded during the premiere episode of the new podcast Friends Keep Secrets, led to heated discussions online, especially regarding Blanco’s grooming and public image. In what many fans interpreted as a direct response, Gomez shared a heartfelt video on Instagram, featuring the couple in an intimate moment, with the caption, “I

Shikhar Dhawan, the former Indian cricketer, has responded strongly to false rumors circulating about his personal life following his second marriage to Sophie Shine. The controversy started after a viral social media post claimed that Dhawan had said his ex-wife, Aesha Dhawan, once told him that no one would marry him after their separation. The post suggested that Dhawan’s remarriage was his way of proving her wrong. However, Dhawan firmly denied making such statements, calling the claims

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has once again captured public attention with a mysterious and cryptic post on X, leaving fans puzzled and curious. The veteran actor, known for his thoughtful and often philosophical social media presence, shared a short yet striking message that immediately sparked widespread speculation. His post read, “T 5661(i) – CHUUUUUUPPPP!!!!” accompanied by an angry emoji, triggering a wave of reactions from his millions of followers across the platform.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, and Google-owned YouTube are facing serious allegations in a closely watched trial that began Monday in California, with plaintiffs accusing the companies of deliberately designing social media platforms to be addictive for children. The case marks one of the first times a jury has been asked to directly assess whether major technology companies can be held legally responsible for the mental health consequences their products may have on you

India’s Economic Survey 2025–26 has raised a serious warning over the rapid rise of digital addiction among children and adolescents, calling it a growing public health and economic risk. Tabled in Parliament on Thursday, the report highlights how excessive use of smartphones, social media, gaming platforms, and online entertainment is increasingly affecting mental wellbeing, academic performance, and long-term productivity among the country’s youth. The survey defines digital addiction

In a bold and surprising move, the Andhra Pradesh government has proposed banning social media access for children under the age of 16. This decision comes as part of an ongoing effort by the state government to protect the younger population from the harmful effects of social media platforms, including exposure to abusive content, misinformation, and online harassment. IT Minister Lokesh spoke with Bloomberg about this development, suggesting that the ban could be an effective way to safegua

Tensions within one of the world’s most high-profile families have erupted publicly, casting uncertainty over the future of their carefully cultivated brand. Brooklyn Beckham, the eldest son, has made direct accusations against his parents, alleging years of emotional control and interference, and stating he does not wish to reconcile with them. The revelations mark a dramatic escalation in a family feud that has long simmered behind closed doors. Brooklyn and his wife have been nav

Microblogging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, experienced a widespread global outage on Tuesday, January 13, disrupting access for users across several regions. The platform, which hosts a wide range of content spanning news, entertainment, sports, and general discussion, saw users report significant difficulty in accessing both its mobile application and website. Complaints began surfacing as users encountered loading issues, delayed responses, and intermittent service interruptions.

The Union government has sought additional information from social media platform X regarding the steps taken to address obscene and sexually explicit content linked to its artificial intelligence tool, Grok, and the measures planned to prevent similar incidents in the future, according to sources familiar with the matter. The request follows a detailed response submitted by the platform, which officials have assessed as insufficient in addressing key regulatory concerns. Sources in

YouTuber Adam the Woo, a well-known travel and theme park content creator, has died at the age of 51 after being found unresponsive at his home in Celebration, Florida, authorities confirmed. The creator, whose legal name was David Adam Williams, was pronounced dead on Monday, Dec. 22, at his residence in the Orlando-area suburb. According to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, deputies initially responded to Williams’ home earlier in the day for a well-being check. At that tim