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  Is TikTok coming back? Official website becomes accessible, app remains unavailable

  Technology | August 22, 2025 22:40 IST

  TikTok returns to India? It should be noted that TikTok had been banned in India since June 2020 by the government citing security concerns.

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  Khaby Lame, world’s top TikTok star, leaves US after ICE detention | Here's why

  World | June 11, 2025 7:58 IST

  TikTok megastar Khaby Lame, known for his silent reaction videos, left the US after being briefly detained by ICE at Las Vegas airport for overstaying his visa. However, he was allowed to depart voluntarily, avoiding a formal deportation.

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  Pakistani creator Aymen Sajid’s viral Indian romance video sparks ‘Gadar’ memes | WATCH

  Trending | November 20, 2024 21:59 IST

  Pakistani creator Aymen Sajid’s heartfelt video about falling in love with someone from India has captivated millions, sparking emotional discussions and Bollywood-inspired memes. Netizens react with a mix of empathy and humour, likening the story to “Gadar.”

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  Who is Imsha Rehman? Pakistani TikTok star in spotlight after private video leak

  Trending | November 17, 2024 1:25 IST

  Read the story of Pakistani TikTok star Imsha Rehman, who deactivated her social media accounts following a private video leak. Know about her rise to fame, the impact of the controversy, and the darker side of social media.

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  Woman dances amid speeding cars for Instagram reels, UP police responds | WATCH VIRAL VIDEO

  Trending | August 21, 2024 9:07 IST

  A woman in Uttar Pradesh, India, risks her life by dancing on a busy road in a viral reel. The UP Police has called for information on the incident.

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  TikTok denies claims of developing US-exclusive algorithm amid ban concerns

  Technology | May 31, 2024 12:06 IST

  It was recently reported that ByteDance- the founder of TikTok (short format video sharing platform) has instructed its engineers to divide the source code of its recommendation algorithm specifically for the US- a claim that TikTok denies.

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  TikTok, ByteDance sue US to block law that could ban the social media platform

  World | May 07, 2024 23:21 IST

  TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance sued in U.S. federal court on Tuesday seeking to block a law signed by President Joe Biden that would force the divestiture of the short video app used by 170 million Americans or ban its use.

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  US pushes TikTok to either sell China-linked ByteDance to American investors or face complete ban

  World | March 14, 2024 19:30 IST

  The measure is also the latest in a series of moves in Washington to respond to US national security concerns about China, from connected vehicles to advanced artificial intelligence chips to cranes at US ports.

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  TikTok working on long format videos, plans to take on YouTube: Details

  Technology | January 25, 2024 15:15 IST

  TikTok began testing a 15-minute video upload limit a few months ago. The new 30-minute video limit is expected to open new opportunities for the Chinese app.

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  Nepal bans Chinese video app TikTok in a bid to 'stop soaring hatred in society'

  World | November 13, 2023 17:03 IST

  The decision comes as another setback for the Chinese networking platform, which has come under scrutiny in various countries, including India, the US, the European Union and the UK, where the governments have banned the application from its network over security concerns.

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  TikTok to pay $368 million fine as it fails to protect children's privacy in Europe

  World | September 15, 2023 18:29 IST

  The investigation found that the sign-up process for teen users resulted in settings that made their accounts public by default, allowing anyone to view and comment on their videos.

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  Zigazoo to launch kids-focused short video app, touted as ‘non-toxic’ TikTok competitor: Know more

  Technology | March 27, 2023 20:15 IST

  Zigazoo announced that it is an invite-only social media platform that is designed to foster a non-toxic environment where users can confidently showcase their imperfections and connect with others who share similar interests.

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  TikTok still has Indian users’ data, and it could be dangerous: Know-why?

  Technology | March 23, 2023 20:04 IST

  TikTok reportedly layoff its around 40 employees from India who were working under the parent company banner. The employee who worked for ByteDance was promised up to nine months of severance pay, and most of the employees will only receive three months, the report stated.

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  Pakistani Tiktoker Hareem Shah's private videos get LEAKED: she says 'friends stole...'

  Trending | March 03, 2023 15:05 IST

  Pakistani Tiktoker Hareem Shah is one of the top social media influencers in the country. As soon as her videos get leaked, she accused her friends and talked about taking legal action.

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  TikTok owner ByteDance slashes thousands of jobs

  Technology | January 04, 2023 16:15 IST

  The New Year will now be critical for ByteDance, as it faces political uncertainties amid national security concerns over TikTok in the US. Other Chinese internet giants, including Alibaba Group Holding and Tencent Holdings, cut thousands of jobs in 2022.

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  Amazon to add TikTok-like feed of shoppable content: Know-more

  Technology | December 09, 2022 12:36 IST

  Amazon to launch Inspire tab which will enable shoppers to select from categories like pets, interior design and skin care. The videos and photos will include links to Amazon products which could be purchased directly.

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  Pinterest partners with record labels to bring music to Idea Pins videos: Know more

  Technology | October 20, 2022 19:12 IST

  Pinterest has partnered with record labels to make the videos more engaging on the platform, by bringing music to its TikTok rival named 'Idea Pins'. The new collaboration will enable the existing royalty-free music collection to expand in order to include licensed popular songs.

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  Who shared my TikTok videos? Here is how you can check

  Technology | October 09, 2022 20:03 IST

  TikTok is about sharing videos on the platform. It is the major part of socialising with the people on the platform but it comes with certain restrictions too. Th0ugh people can share the videos which we upload, we cannot see the profile of the people who have shared the video on the platform.

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  TikTok to launch live shopping in the USA: All you need to know

  Technology | October 02, 2022 20:17 IST

  TikTok has been reportedly working to incorporate a new feature for the USA market which will enable the users to do live shopping in the region. The new feature will be launched in association with TalkShopLive, a a live shopping platform based in Los Angeles.

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  Why Instagram reels could not be as engaging as TikTok videos?

  Technology | September 13, 2022 10:53 IST

  Reports surfaced last month that threatened by the meteoric rise of TikTok, Instagram and YouTube have introduced new features to discourage their short-video app users from cross-platform sharing.