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  Instagram gets safer for Indian teenagers: Meta adds new DM and Block features

  Technology | July 24, 2025 9:59 IST

  Teens will now see warning tips before chatting in DMs and get more context about the users they're messaging. Meta is also introducing easier block-and-report options, while adult-run accounts for kids will receive stricter safety settings to prevent online abuse.

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  Instagram adds Auto Scroll for Reels: What is it and how to activate it?

  Technology | July 23, 2025 16:15 IST

  Instagram is rolling out a new Auto Scroll feature for Reels, making it easier for users to enjoy content without swiping manually. The feature, currently testing on iPhones, will soon be available on Android devices.

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  Love making reels? Earn money with government's new scheme: Here's how to apply

  Technology | July 21, 2025 18:40 IST

  If you enjoy making reels or vlogging, the government can help you earn significantly. They have launched a new contest to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Digital India.

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  Instagram just made Reels even better, rolling out new feature for effortless viewing

  Technology | July 21, 2025 17:58 IST

  An exciting new feature is coming to Instagram soon. Users will no longer need to scroll to view reels. This feature has been rolled out to some beta users.

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  Bengaluru: Man arrested for secretly filming women, posting videos online without consent

  Karnataka | July 10, 2025 14:50 IST

  The police have arrested the youth who made a video of women on Church Street in Bengaluru without permission and posted it on social media.

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  Social media ban lifted from Pak artists? Mawra Hocane's account visible in India after 2 months

  July 02, 2025 7:47 IST

  The ban on Pakistani actress Mawra Hussain's Instagram account seems to have been lifted in India. Her profile is now visible to Indian users.

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  Hinting new film or just a heart-to-heart? Abhishek Bachchan's new Instagram post confuses netizens

  June 18, 2025 21:00 IST

  Abhishek Bachchan, who is less active on social media, has raised several questions with his latest Instagram post. Know what the actor posted.

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  Punjabi influencer Kamal Kaur found dead in parked car in Bathinda, police suspect murder

  India | June 12, 2025 13:51 IST

  Social media influencer Kamal Kaur, who had over 383,000 Instagram followers, was found dead inside a parked car near Adesh Medical University in Bathinda on Wednesday night. Police believe she was likely killed elsewhere and her body dumped at the site.

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  Who is Instagram influencer Sharmistha Panoli? Why was she arrested and what did Kangana Ranaut say?

  India | May 31, 2025 20:03 IST

  Instagram influencer and law student Sharmistha Panoli was arrested for allegedly making communal remarks in a video, sparking a national debate on free speech, with Kangana Ranaut backing her release.

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  Instagram finally adds native 3:4 aspect ratio for photos for iOS and Android

  Technology | May 31, 2025 13:40 IST

  The new update allows users to upload photos in their native smartphone aspect ratio, eliminating the need for cropping or resizing. This change is a part of Instagram’s broader strategy to make its platform more friendly to vertical content.

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  Delhi Police warns personnel: No posting reels or videos in uniform on social media, or else face ac

  Delhi | May 27, 2025 16:10 IST

  A memorandum from Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora's office, dated 24 May, stated that such actions will be considered an "abuse of uniform" and are deemed "unacceptable".

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  Man behind Instagram account posting non-consensual photos of women on Bengaluru Metro arrested

  Karnataka | May 23, 2025 17:27 IST

  A page named metro_chicks with more than 5,000 followers on Instagram frequently uploaded videos of women on the Bengaluru Metro without their consent.

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  Instagram Security: Activate these 5 security settings instantly to stay safe from hackers and troll

  Technology | May 23, 2025 14:26 IST

  While this boosts reach, it also increases the risk of spam, scams, and unwanted attention. To keep your account secure, it’s essential to enable a few built-in Instagram privacy settings. Here's a quick guide on 5 must-activate options to safeguard your Instagram presence.

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  Alia Bhatt gets trolled and unfollowed for mother Soni Razdan's diplomatic post, know whole matter

  Bollywood | May 10, 2025 13:15 IST

  Alia Bhatt's mother Soni Razdan's diplomatic step that has brought her to the gunpoint of trolls. Not only the senior actor, but even Alia is being dragged into the matter. Read further to know the whole story.

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  Amid Virat Kohli Insta controversy, Rahul Vaidya's old singing video with Anushka Sharma goes viral

  May 08, 2025 10:11 IST

  The Instagram block controversy between Rahul Vaidya and Virat Kohli has created a stir on social media. Meanwhile, a video of Rahul and Anushka Sharma has surfaced, in which he is seen singing a song for Anushka Sharma.

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  Babil Khan's team shares clarification, note says the video has been widely misinterpreted

  May 04, 2025 16:16 IST

  'Like anyone else, Babil is allowed to have difficult days, and this was one of them,' read Babil Khan's team's note.

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  Babil Khan deletes his Instagram account hours after his teary-eyed video goes viral

  Bollywood | May 04, 2025 15:02 IST

  Babil Khan has surprised everyone by suddenly deleting his Instagram account. Know the whole matter here.

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  Instagram accounts of Hania Aamir, Mahira Khan, several other Pakistani actors blocked in India

  India | May 01, 2025 8:20 IST

  Instagram accounts of several Pakistani celebrities, including Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir and Ali Zafar, were blocked in India following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. The move came alongside India's broader measures against Pakistan, including suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.

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  Instagram accounts of Hania Aamir, other Pakistani celebs blocked in India

  April 30, 2025 23:21 IST

  The move came in the wake of the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, where 26 people were brutally killed in a religiously-motivated assault carried out by terrorists allegedly linked to Pakistan.

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  Instagram Reels: 5 Features available on the app to make more creative and attractive videos

  Technology | April 28, 2025 14:22 IST

  Instagram is constantly adding new features to help creators express themselves better. By mastering tools like templates, dual camera, advanced editing, interactive stickers, and effects, you can make your Reels not only more creative but also more attractive to a wider audience.