‘Sacred Games 2’ memes take over social media
Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) As soon as the the popular Netflix series “Sacred Games 2” premiered, it led to divided reactions among netziens. Hilarious memes …
There will be no Tiananmen 2 in HK: Chinese media
Beijing, Aug 16 (IANS) China’s central government has not yet intervened in demonstrations in Hong Kong but, if it does so, it will not be …
I’ve stopped reading social media comments: Kalki
Mumbai, Aug 15 (IANS) National award-winning actress Kalki Koechlin, who is playing a pivotal role in “Sacred Games 2”, says that though she is quite …
Media Centre in Srinagar helps journalists
Srinagar, Aug 14 (IANS) A media centre at the Sarovar hotel in Srinagar has been set up to help journalists file their stories. One of …
Media representatives of Russia, China to discuss collaborations
Vladivostok (Russia), Aug 13 (IANS) Representatives of leading media outlets and industry-related organisations of Russia and China will meet here on September 3 to discuss …
Mob lynching: MP police to monitor social media to stop child abduction rumours
Bhopal, Aug 13 (IANS) With a motive to prevent mob lynching incidents over child abduction rumours, Madhya Pradesh police is monitoring the social media, especially …
Despite govt denial, foreign media show protests in Kashmir
New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) Even as the government denied large-scale protests in Jammu and Kashmir and termed as “mischievous” BBC’s photographs showing thousands marching …
Stop patronising India: Shekhar Kapur to western media
Mumbai, Aug 12 (IANS) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has urged the western media to stop patronising India. “India is a nation confident of itself and its …
CRPF dismisses social media message of rift with Kashmir Police
New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) Both the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) on Monday dismissed messages of rift …
J&K Police writes to service providers on malicious social media campaign on Kashmir
Srinagar, Aug 12 (IANS) A week after lockdown of Kashmir Valley post Centre’s announcement about scrapping Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir Police has claimed that …
Vir Das to be on social media detox
Mumbai, Aug 11 (IANS) Actor-comedian Vir Das says he will be going to be on a social media detox for two months as he has …
Govt mulls legal action against media for ‘baseless’ J&K reports
New Delhi, Aug 11 (IANS) The government is contemplating to take legal action against media outlets for reporting fabricated and baseless news relating to developments …
Centre rejects media report claiming massive protests in Srinagar
New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) The Centre on Saturday termed a media report as “completely fabricated and incorrect” that claimed there was a protest by …
88% Indians favour social media blockade during crisis
New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) Indians are more likely to support blanket ban on social media in the event of a crisis with over 88 …
Sanjay Dutt thanks fans, media for supporting his Marathi film
Mumbai, Aug 8 (IANS) Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who has come up with his first Marathi production titled “Baba”, is quite excited to see peoples …
Tributes pour in for Sushma Swaraj on social media
New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) As the news of the death of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj broke late on Tuesday, social media users …
Farooq appears before media, slams Centre
Srinagar, Aug 6 (IANS) A day after Article 370 was scrapped by the Central government, former Chief Minister and President of National Conference Farooq Abdullah …
Drug users regret posting on social media while high
New York, Aug 6 (IANS) Posting on social media, texting or calling while high on drugs is prevalent among young people, and many say that …
Sony Pictures retains media rights of UFC till 2023
New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited (SPN) has retained the exclusive media rights for the premier mixed martial arts promotion, …
Memes on social media make light of Kashmir situation
New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) The historic decision to revoke Article 370 of the Constitution which gives special status to Jammu and Kashmir did not …
Media losing people’s trust, thanks to social media
New York, Aug 2 (IANS) A new study has revealed that the more people feel they are exposed to fake news on social media on …
US-China trade talks to continue in Sept: Chinese media
Beijing, July 31 (IANS) The US and China will resume trade negotiations in Washington in September after the two countries discussed increasing Chinese purchases of …
Omar seeks CBI probe into ‘fake orders’ on social media
Srinagar, July 30 (IANS) Reacting to Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik’s comment that orders being circulated on the social media were fake, former …
Amir wants to obtain British citizenship: Pakistan media
Islamabad, July 28 (IANS) Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has plans to obtain a British passport and permanently settle down in England, reports in the Pakistan …
Counter rumours on social media: IB alerts field units
New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) The Intelligence Bureau has asked its field units in Madhya Pradesh to counter rumour mongering regarding child lifting to avoid …
Social media platforms now weaponised, reveals ‘The Great Hack’
New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) The digital traces of our lives — on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp, Snapchat — are being mined into a trillion-dollar-a-year …
New UK PM’s colourful personal life grabs media light
London, July 26 (IANS) Britain’s new Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s colourful personal life, with two marriages, an alleged love child, and being soon set to …
Pakistan media gives Kargil war’s 20th anniversary a miss
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) India on Friday celebrated with pride the 20th anniversary of its victory in the Kargil war, but the Pakistan media …
Big B’s ‘word of caution’ on social media
Mumbai, July 25 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared his words of wisdom about social media as even light hearted words can be controversial on …
Pak media praises Imran over Trump comment
Islamabad, July 24 (IANS) After an offer of mediation on the Kashmir issue by US President Donald Trump, the Pakistani media is showering praise on …
Kerala CM urges media to promote state’s development
Thiruvananthapuram, July 24 (IANS) Stung by the media highlighting of a series of recent incidents, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday reminded mediapersons here …
Priyanka Chopra returns from social media break
Los Angeles, July 24 (IANS) Actor-producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been taking a “bit of a break from technology”, but she is back in the …
Opposition in Pakistan to move SC against media censorship
Islamabad, July 23 (IANS) The opposition parties in Pakistan have accused the government of censoring the media and condemned the arrests of their leaders. The …
Ranveer Singh ups the selfie game on social media
Mumbai, July 23 (IANS) Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh took his fans and followers down memory lane by capturing his career through selfies, and asking them …
Bollywood inspired memes storm social media
New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) Be it the film actors taking up the Face App challenge or “Mission Mangal”, Bollywood memes have taken the social …
The Star Wars: Stars vs Media (Column: B Town)
There is a new controversy as Kangana Ranaut has decided to take the media head-on. Kangana has by now made a reputation for calling a …
Historic polls in FATA, says Pak PM’s media advisor
Islamabad, July 20 (IANS) Pakistan has held polls for the first time for the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Assembly seats in the erstwhile Federal Administered Tribal …
Media-celeb equation thrives on mutual respect, say stars
Mumbai, July 19 (IANS) As the ugly spat between actress Kangana Ranaut and a section of media continues, Bollywood celebrities from Akshay Kumar and Parineeti …
Farah angers social media for lunch with Vikas Bahl
Mumbai, July 16 (IANS) Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan spent her Sunday afternoon with several celebrities, and is now facing social media flak because among her guest …
Social media is amazing, also dangerous: Hugh Jackman
Los Angeles, July 16 (IANS) Hollywood star Hugh Jackman reminded fans that social media has two sides, warning them about a scam whereby certain people …
I inspired Guptas to start progressive media force: Zuma
Johannesburg, July 16 (IANS) Former South African President Jacob Zuma said he was the person who inspired the Indian-origin Gupta family to establish a “progressive …