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Elon Musk has announced a proposed X Money feature that would let users send $1 to content creators by long-pressing the Like button. The feature aligns with his vision of turning X into an all-in-one social and financial services platform

Adani Group dismissed social media claims linking it to tree felling near Maharashtra’s Bhimashankar Temple, saying it has no projects nearby. Separately, Adani Enterprises reported planting over 1.6 million trees across 568 hectares at its Chhattisgarh mining site 

Social media may not make everyone dress alike, but it encourages similar ways of presenting personal style. Influencers use recurring poses, settings, captions and aesthetics to communicate fashionability, raising questions about individuality, visual conformity and the influence of digital platforms

The question is not whether young people are resilient enough, but whether we are creating environments where they feel safe, heard and valued

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma said celebrities discussing fake and objectionable AI content on social media only help it reach more people. His comments came after a morphed 'Chuttamalle' video circulated online, prompting Jr NTR to warn of legal action

The new TGSRTC-Metro common pass has drawn mixed reactions from Hyderabad commuters, with some welcoming integrated travel while others questioning the Rs 8,500 monthly fare. The pass covers eligible RTC city buses and Metro services, while MeeTicket offers digital passes.

A video allegedly showing the harassment and molestation of a girl at Bihar’s historic Mandar Hill has surfaced online, prompting police to register an FIR against six to seven unidentified youths. Investigators suspect the footage was recorded in April and are tracing its origin

Actress Shilpa Shirodkar reunited with sister and former actress Namrata Shirodkar after nine months, sharing a selfie and describing her as a special person. Shilpa said the sisters should not let so much time pass before meeting again, highlighting their close bond

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre on a PIL seeking safeguards for minors accessing social media. The plea seeks parental consent and identity verification, arguing that children face risks including exploitation, grooming, cyberbullying, data misuse and exposure to inappropriate content

Nick Jonas amused fans by petting his dog while wearing a fake moustache, leaving the pet confused. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra shared nostalgic moments from their early romance, recalling how she gave Nick her number in 2017 before their 2018 wedding

Nepal is battling a surge of fake and AI-generated visuals following devastating flash floods, complicating rescue efforts and searches for missing people. Authorities ordered 72 social media users to remove inappropriate content, while fact-checkers exposed fabricated and recycled disaster footage online

Actress Shraddha Srinath shared her memorable eight-day cycling expedition across Kyrgyzstan, covering 341 km through mountains, valleys and Silk Route landscapes. She described the warmth of locals, breathtaking scenery and emotional joy, calling the experience a dream and celebrating life’s beauty

Delhi Police Special Cell busted a Pakistan-linked ISI espionage network, arresting a young couple accused of sending Indian SIM cards to Pakistan and facilitating access to sensitive information. Investigators also alleged the husband was tasked with recruiting individuals for reconnaissance of cantonment areas

Meta Platforms has agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion to settle claims by 29 US states alleging Facebook and Instagram harmed children, misled users about safety and improperly collected minors’ data, while introducing new restrictions for teenage users across the US

Actor Umar Riaz defended his brother Asim Riaz amid a controversy involving former girlfriend Himanshi Khurana and allegations of religious conversion. Umar criticised the use of religion to defame someone, while the former couple continued exchanging allegations following Himanshi’s podcast appearance

Twinkle Khanna shared a glimpse of her playful bond with pet dog Mr Jeeves, revealing his hilarious reaction to her packing for a trip. The affectionate dog stole her sock and ran away, prompting Twinkle to humorously describe his displeasure

Former Meta engineering director Arturo Bejar testified that Instagram took a “don’t ask, don’t tell” approach toward users under 13, prioritising engagement over safety. He alleged Meta knew children were using the platform and lacked adequate age-detection goals and safeguards

Sebi on Monday cautioned investors against relying on live or real-time trading strategies offered on social media, warning that such sessions may involve unregistered investment advisers. The regulator urged investors to avoid such claims and deal only with Sebi-registered intermediaries

A 22-year-old makeup artist has alleged that a man she met through social media raped her twice in Delhi after allegedly drugging her. Police registered an FIR, seized hotel CCTV footage and entry records, and launched a search for the accused

Government departments are forming Quick Response Teams to swiftly identify, verify and counter fake, misleading or manipulated social media content. Officials said responses should ideally be issued within two hours, with QRTs coordinating with ministry teams and the PIB fact-check unit