Social Media
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Indonesia moves to ban social media for children under 16
World | Mar 06, 2026, 03:42 PM ISTThe minister said the government had approved a regulation aimed at protecting young users from potential risks on digital platforms. Under the new measure, minors below the age of 16 will not be allowed to create or maintain accounts on platforms considered high-risk.
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Andhra Pradesh plans social media ban for children under 13: Policy to roll out in 90 days
Technology | Mar 06, 2026, 02:35 PM ISTN. Chandrababu Naidu has announced that children below 13 years of age will soon be banned from using social media platforms in Andhra Pradesh. The policy will be implemented in phases within the next 90 days.
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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces strict ban on 'social media' for children under 16
Karnataka | Mar 06, 2026, 12:17 PM ISTKarnataka's ban draws from stark data on smartphones' harm to kids, with over 70 per cent of 10-15-year-olds logging more than three hours daily on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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Meta trial: New Mexico prosecutors present video depositions of Zuckerberg, Mosseri
Technology | Mar 04, 2026, 12:19 PM ISTNew Mexico prosecutors presented video depositions of Mark Zuckerberg and Adam Mosseri in a trial accusing Meta of failing to disclose harmful effects of Instagram on children, including addiction and child safety risks.
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Video shows Iranian missile dodging interceptors as Israel-Iran conflict intensifies | VIDEO
World | Mar 02, 2026, 11:09 AM ISTThe video was reportedly recorded from a terrace. However, the exact location and time of the footage have not yet been confirmed. Some social media users have claimed it was filmed in Jerusalem, but this has not been officially verified.
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Bhopal man arrested after viral video of stunt on moving car roof | WATCH
Madhya Pradesh | Feb 21, 2026, 07:06 AM ISTIn the video, a white car can be seen speeding down a road at night with no one behind the wheel. With the driver standing on the roof, the vehicle appears completely out of control.
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Macron hints India may ban social media for children under 15: 'Mr PM you will join this club'
India | Feb 19, 2026, 11:22 AM ISTThe French President hailed India’s digital economy, asserting that it has created digital identity for 1.4 billion people. He said no other country in the world has been able to do this.
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Russia blocks WhatsApp, Telegram in bid to 'promote' state-owned social media platforms
World | Feb 12, 2026, 10:17 AM ISTThis came after Moscow warned several internet platforms that they could face slowdowns or even be blocked if they do not follow Russian laws. These rules demand that data on Russian users is stored within the country.
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Is social media clinically addictive? Instagram chief says no in trial
Technology | Feb 12, 2026, 06:58 AM ISTInstagram head Adam Mosseri told a Los Angeles court that he does not believe people can be clinically addicted to social media. His testimony comes in a landmark case seeking to hold platforms accountable for alleged harms to children.
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Govt's new rule for AI content: Social media must label deepfakes, remove harmful posts in 3 hours
Technology | Feb 10, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTIndia has mandated that social media platforms must clearly label AI-generated and synthetic content using visible markers and metadata. Platforms will also need automated tools to prevent illegal or deceptive AI content and warn users regularly about penalties for violations.
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Chinnu Pappu, Social media influencer, found dead in Kasaragod; police begin probe
Entertainment | Feb 09, 2026, 07:52 PM ISTSocial media influencer Chinnu Pappu, who hails from Adoor in Kasaragod, has been found dead today, on February 9, 2026. Read further to know everything.
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New Aadhaar app enables age verification on social media without sharing personal data
Technology | Jan 28, 2026, 10:27 PM ISTUIDAI has rolled out a new Aadhaar app that enables secure age verification for social media, gaming, and online platforms under the DPDP Act—without oversharing personal data.
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France plans social media ban for children under 15 from next school year
World | Jan 25, 2026, 10:45 PM ISTMacron said social media platforms should not be allowed to influence or manipulate young minds. He stressed that children’s emotions and mental well-being must be protected from powerful digital platforms and automated algorithms.
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OPINION | Social media: Defamers and harasser trolls must be treated as criminals
India | Jan 21, 2026, 04:04 PM ISTTrolling on social media can cause severe mental stress to innocent victims. Deepak’s suicide is the latest example. Several so-called social media influencers have become tools of harassment.
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From social media pressure to burnout: Mental health expert lists 5 struggles Gen Z deals with
Health | Jan 20, 2026, 06:11 PM ISTGen Z is navigating growing pressures from social media, academics, careers and global uncertainty. A mental health expert highlights five common challenges affecting young people today, including isolation, anxiety and burnout.
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X down again: Second outage in days affects thousands of users
Technology | Jan 16, 2026, 11:28 PM ISTX, formerly known as Twitter, faced another outage on Thursday evening, marking its second disruption in recent days. Downdetector shows thousands of users affected across the app and website.
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Major Rishabh Sambyal: The officer by the President's side who has won social media's admiration
Trending | Jan 14, 2026, 11:08 PM ISTFrom offering a handkerchief during emotional moments to holding an umbrella for the President in the rain, Major Sambyal has been seen providing thoughtful assistance during official engagements.
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Grok controversy: X admits mistake, assures compliance with Indian laws on AI use
India | Jan 11, 2026, 10:13 AM ISTThe issue came to light after concerns were raised over the circulation of obscene and sexually explicit content on the social media platform X, including material allegedly generated or amplified through its AI tool, Grok.
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Govt warns social media platforms over unlawful and obscene content, ask them to act
Technology | Dec 30, 2025, 02:33 PM ISTFollowing observations that social media platforms have been inconsistent in regulating inappropriate or illegal material, the government's directive highlights a lack of rigour in identifying and removing content that is obscene, vulgar, or harmful to children.
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Indian Army relaxes social media rules for personnel, allows Instagram use with strict conditions
India | Dec 25, 2025, 11:47 PM ISTThe Indian Army has issued guidelines on using social media platforms like Facebook, X, and Instagram, but with strict guidelines.