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Celebrities hit back at social media trolls with defamation suits to safeguard their reputations
With the surge of social media, Indian celebrities are filing more defamation suits against media outlets to safeguard their reputations. Legal experts highlight the challenges posed by rapid content dissemination and the anonymity of users, making celebrities vulnerable to harmful claims.
3 min read10 Dec 2024Bengaluru startup Swish’s marketing strategy with ‘human ads’ spark social media debate, ‘make me so sad’
Bengaluru startup Swish’s unique marketing strategy, using people as mobile billboards for its food delivery service, has sparked viral discussions online.
1 min read9 Dec 2024Creators fret over revenue loss due to copyright infringement
In a contrarian view, and to look at brighter side of things, analysts believe that re-uploading of their content helps creators amplify their reach, as platforms promote content from smaller creators.
3 min read9 Dec 2024The rise of Bluesky: Elon Musk’s decentralised rival reaches 25 million users, rises as Twitter’s social media rival
Bluesky, a decentralised social media platform, has gained nearly 25 million users as people seek alternatives to X (formerly Twitter) due to dissatisfaction with changes under Elon Musk.
1 min read8 Dec 2024Manu Joseph: Trump’s victory has exposed the worst argument of the West
Western media claimed that Donald Trump’s popularity in the US was the creation of fake news. The evidence suggests that it’s this view that’s false.
5 min read8 Dec 2024From Moye Moye to marketing gold: How memes are shaping India’s creator economy
Memes are no longer fleeting amusement—they’re tools of engagement, platforms for creativity, and key drivers of brand strategy in India’s growing creator economy.
2 min read5 Dec 2024Bengaluru roads leave ‘bad impression of India’; techie expresses frustration; netizens react
A techie in Bengaluru is frustrated with the city’s poor road infrastructure, feeling embarrassed to invite Western friends due to the condition of roads near his home. His concerns sparked online debate about the city’s infrastructure and the challenges faced by residents.
1 min read4 Dec 2024Viral Video: Monkey enters Singapore airport looking for ‘missing banana’; here’s what happens next
A viral video from Singapore’s Changi Airport shows a staff member calmly guiding a monkey to the exit. Her composed demeanor has been praised online, highlighting the airport’s reputation for excellence and respectful handling of wildlife interactions.
1 min read4 Dec 2024Australia’s move to keep kids off social media is worthy of emulation
Canberra’s enactment of a law to safeguard under-16s by barring them from social media may sound impractical, but it will spotlight the harm these platforms are doing to children.
4 min read4 Dec 2024Indian groom plays Ludo on wedding day; pic goes viral, ‘playing a warm-up match before the most challenging game’
A groom at a Bengali wedding attracted attention for playing Ludo on his phone, leading to a flurry of humorous social media reactions. The incident highlights the groom’s apparent distraction during a significant moment, entertaining many online.
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Budget
The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared