Social Media
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UP govt social media policy: Reward for promoting welfare schemes, life term for anti-national posts
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 29, 2024, 06:24 AM ISTThe new policy also sets forth guidelines for handling objectionable content on social media. It mandates appropriate action against posts that are deemed anti-national, anti-social, contain fake news, or incite inflammatory behaviour.
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'Better to die than...': Bangladesh woman journalist's final post before she was found dead in Dhaka
World | Aug 28, 2024, 06:17 PM ISTThe journalist was identified as Sarah Rahanuma, 32, who was reportedly suffering from clinical depression and was receiving treatment. Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's son called it a "brutal attack on freedom of expression".
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Child porn or fraudulent transactions, what leads to arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France?
World | Aug 28, 2024, 08:15 AM ISTDurov, a Russian-born billionaire, was arrested in France over the weekend as part of an investigation into crimes related to images of child sex abuse, drug trafficking and fraudulent transactions on the platform, French prosecutors said.
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VIDEO: Father's reaction goes viral after daughter gifts him brand new car, people accolade girl
Trending | Aug 25, 2024, 01:53 PM ISTThe video of a daughter surprising her father by gifting him a car has gone on social media. The video has been widely shared along with praises for the girl.
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FACT CHECK: Fake news of actress Hina Khan's death goes viral, here's the truth
Fact Check | Aug 22, 2024, 02:54 PM ISTA viral hoax on social media falsely claimed that Hina Khan had passed away, with several posts and videos suggesting she died in Germany. India TV conducted a fact check, finding no credible evidence of her death. Hina remains active on social media, with recent posts confirming her well-being.
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What prompted Centre to reconsider draft of Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill? EXPLAINED
Explainers | Aug 13, 2024, 01:48 PM ISTThe Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has announced to bring a fresh draft of the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill. The bill, which was brought into the public domain in November last year, has already been revised by the government once.
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Elon Musk hosts Donald Trump on X after technical glitches delay start
World | Aug 13, 2024, 07:21 AM ISTMusk's highly anticipated interview with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump faced a rocky start due to technical issues on Musk's social media platform, X. The interview, which eventually began after a 40-minute delay, drew over a million listeners as the two discussed various topics.
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What is 'Thinspo'? Know how this harmful social media trend distorts body image, ways to stop it
Lifestyle | Aug 11, 2024, 03:47 PM ISTWitness the dangerous world of 'Thinspo,' a harmful social media trend that promotes unrealistic body standards and can severely impact self-image and mental health. Learn how this trend distorts perceptions and the importance of positive body image.
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Social media has impact on sleep patterns, finds study
Health | Jul 25, 2024, 06:55 AM ISTThe US Surgeon General suggests warning labels for social media due to potential impacts on youth mental health, linking usage to poor sleep. A study reveals screen habits for better sleep, urging phone-free bedrooms and managing notifications.
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Mumbai-based reel star Anvi Kamdar dies after falling into gorge while making video
Maharashtra | Jul 17, 2024, 11:54 PM ISTThe art of reel making brought fame and adulation for Mumbai-based chartered accountant Anvi Kamdar, but it also proved fatal in the end as she died during a shoot.
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Meta to ease restrictions on Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts
Technology | Jul 14, 2024, 06:08 PM ISTMeta's decision to lift restrictions on Trump's accounts marks a significant development in the ongoing debate over political speech and social media regulation. It reflects Meta's evolving policies regarding the balance between allowing political expression and maintaining community standards.
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'Kutta pagal ho gaya hai’: Jaipur Municipal Corporation's website draws social media attention
Trending | Jul 11, 2024, 09:32 PM ISTThe Jaipur Municipal Corporation's website has garnered widespread attention for its unconventional approach, featuring complaints in colloquial Hindi that resonate with local residents.
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FIR against Mahua Moitra under new criminal law for making derogatory remarks against NCW chief
India | Jul 07, 2024, 10:13 PM ISTNCW in a statement said that a formal complaint has been filed with the Delhi Police and a letter has been sent to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at the Parliament stating that Moitra's remarks are condemnable in strongest possible words and being a Member of Parliament, it is unbecoming of her stature.
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FACT CHECK: Woman falling into 'Ram Path' pothole in Ayodhya? Here's the truth behind viral video
Fact Check | Jul 05, 2024, 11:33 PM ISTInvestigations by India TV and local authorities revealed the viral video is from Brazil, not Ayodhya. The Ayodhya police and residents have confirmed the video's inauthenticity, advising caution against spreading misinformation.
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FACT CHECK: Truth behind viral video of leaky train roof during rain
Fact Check | Jul 04, 2024, 11:25 PM ISTIndia TV's fact check revealed that the video is from November 2023 and is being shared with misleading captions. Users are urged to verify such posts to avoid spreading misinformation.
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Meaningful social interactions lower feeling of loneliness, improve well-being: Study
Health | Jun 30, 2024, 02:07 PM ISTKnow how meaningful social interactions can significantly reduce feelings of loneliness and boost overall well-being, according to a recent study. Learn how prioritising deep conversations and in-person connections can have a lasting impact on mental health and happiness.
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World Social Media Day 2024: Funny wishes, images, quotes, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share
Lifestyle | Jun 30, 2024, 11:53 AM ISTCelebrate World Social Media Day 2024 with funny wishes, messages, and quotes to share on WhatsApp and Facebook. Spread joy and laughter with your buddies through these witty and heartfelt statuses!
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Bengaluru woman discovers live cobra in Amazon package, company responds | VIDEO
Trending | Jun 19, 2024, 01:22 PM ISTA woman in Bengaluru discovered a live cobra in her Amazon package, which was supposed to contain an Xbox controller. The venomous snake, stuck to the packaging tape, couldn't harm her. She captured the incident on video and shared it on social media, showing the cobra struggling to escape.
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WATCH: Ticketless passengers overcrowd Vande Bharat Express, railways react
Trending | Jun 12, 2024, 10:32 AM ISTPhotos and videos circulating on social media show ticketless passengers crowding reserved coaches on the Vande Bharat Express, causing frustration among paying passengers. Archit Nagar's video captured the chaos on a train from Lucknow to Dehradun, with passengers packed tightly in the aisles.
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PM Modi, PMO's X accounts profile and cover photos changed as his third term begins
India | Aug 17, 2026, 03:27 PM ISTNarendra Modi was sworn in as Prime Minister on June 9 for a record-equalling third term, heading a 72-member Union Council of Ministers in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government.