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Social media, video platforms surpass traditional outlets as leading news sources: report

Social media, video platforms surpass traditional outlets as leading news sources: report

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Social media and video networks — Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube — have overtaken news organisations’ own websites and apps as the most widely used means of accessing news. | Photo Credit: Reuters Trust in news is at its lowest level globally since 2015, as interest in news dwindles; at the same time, more people around the world are accessing news through third-party platforms, such as social media and video networks, rather than through websites and television channels of established news brands, according to the 15th edition of the Reuters Institute’s Digital News Report. The report, produced in collaboration with the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai, is based on an online survey of nearly 1 lakh people across 48 markets worldwide. Consumption patterns have changed, the study found, with audiences’ growing disengagement with news; even so, trust in established news brands and support for the idea of impartial news persist. However, globally, social media and video networks — Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube — have overtaken news organisations’ own websites and apps as the most …

Peddi’s director Buchi Babu Sana apologises for objectifying Janhvi Kapoor in Peddi; announces changes are being made

Peddi’s director Buchi Babu Sana apologises for objectifying Janhvi Kapoor in Peddi; announces changes are being made

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Janhvi Kapoor’s role in Peddi has not left viewers polarised- the criticism over the sexualisation has been uniform across the board. The excessive shots and close-ups of her body, and even the fact that the hero Peddi (played by Ram Charan) kisses her without any consent, all this has come under the scanner. And now, the makers have taken notice. Janhvi Kapoor in a still from Peddi. Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi’s director, has issued a statement today on X, announcing that changes will be made to the film running in cinemas. He apologised as well. “As a filmmaker, I believe cinema should entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences. It should never make anyone feel uncomfortable or disrespected. We have heard the feedback regarding certain scenes in Peddi and have taken it seriously. I have always had immense respect for women, both on and off screen, and it was never our intention to objectify or disrespect any female character. If any part of the film has been perceived that way, we respect those sentiments, understand the …

IMAX VP India slammed for his response to customer over Project Hail Mary tweet: ‘…your tantrums’

IMAX VP India slammed for his response to customer over Project Hail Mary tweet: ‘…your tantrums’

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Preetham Daniel, IMAX Vice President for India, SE Asia, Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, is receiving severe backlash on social media for his response to an individual over a tweet about Project Hail Mary. Daniel told the customer, “Don’t think I’m here to address your tantrums”, after the person criticised the limited shows of Ryan Gosling’s new space drama at IMAX screens in India. The Hollywood movie, which is ruling theatres worldwide, got a delayed release in India due to the sensational run of Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Preetham Daniel, IMAX Vice President for India, SE Asia, Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. (X/@preethamdnl) “Let’s go!” Preetham Daniel tweeted, sharing a screenshot of movie halls playing the English film. An X user named Dev reacted to it with a meme. Also Read: China cafe serves coffee made with eggs brewed in child urine, withdraws after backlash Daniel responded to the post with a strong-worded tweet. “Hey Dev, we are not sitting around wasting time. We are doing our job and doing the best we can. If there …

Viral video: Man buys fuel in a plastic water jar at crowded Tamil Nadu petrol pump

Viral video: Man buys fuel in a plastic water jar at crowded Tamil Nadu petrol pump

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A video of a man buying fuel in a big plastic water jar has surfaced on social media. Captured at a petrol pump in Tamil Nadu, the video has prompted social media users to ask if buying such a huge amount of fuel is even “legal” in India. The video was shared amid the rumours of fuel shortages linked to tensions in West Asia. A man filling a water jar with fuel. (Screengrab (X)) The video was initially shared on a YouTube channel dedicated to Villupuram, a city in Tamil Nadu, but was later reshared across several social media platforms.. The video shows a man sitting on a bike, holding a huge plastic water can. Another person, presumably an employee of the petrol pump, is filling the jar with fuel. Also Read: Bengaluru restaurant shuts doors amid LPG shortage. ‘Heart is broken,’ says owner As soon as his bottle is filled, another man approaches the man in uniform to get his 2-litre plastic bottle filled. The video captures people crowding the petrol pump. The clip …

X acts on obscene Grok content after govt notice| India News

X acts on obscene Grok content after govt notice| India News

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Microblogging platform X removed about 3,500 pieces of content and deleted over 600 accounts after the company accepted its mistake in handling objectionable content generated by its AI chatbot Grok and committed to complying with Indian law, officials aware of the matter said on Sunday. The AI chatbot Grok, developed by Musk’s xAI and integrated into X, has come under intense global scrutiny after users used its image-generation and editing capabilities to create and share non-consensual, sexualised deepfake images of real people, including women and minors. (AFP) The development came roughly a week after the ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity) first raised concerns over obscene and sexually explicit content linked to the chatbot. India’s move was part of a widening international crackdown that has already seen Indonesia order a suspension of access to Grok and investigations by the European Union and UK. “X has accepted its mistake. The company said it will operate as per India’s laws… Going forward, X will not allow obscene imagery,” said a Hindi communication shared by the officials …

X admits lapse, removes 3,500 Grok posts, deletes 600 accounts in India| India News

X admits lapse, removes 3,500 Grok posts, deletes 600 accounts in India| India News

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New Delhi: Microblogging platform X removed about 3,500 pieces of content and deleted over 600 accounts after the company accepted its mistake in handling objectionable content generated by its AI chatbot Grok and committed to complying with Indian law, officials aware of the matter said on Sunday. The ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity) first raised concerns over obscene and sexually explicit content linked to the chatbot (REUTERS) The development came roughly a week after the ministry of electronics and information technology (Meity) first raised concerns over obscene and sexually explicit content linked to the chatbot. India’s move was part of a widening international crackdown that has already seen Indonesia order a suspension of access to Grok and investigations by the European Union and UK. “X has accepted its mistake. The company said it will operate as per India’s laws… Going forward, X will not allow obscene imagery,” said a Hindi communication shared by the officials cited above. There was no official comment on the issue by either MeitY or X. HT’s request for …

‘It’s freaking cold 🥶 in Delhi’: Scientist praises team for working while ‘wrapped up in layers’

‘It’s freaking cold 🥶 in Delhi’: Scientist praises team for working while ‘wrapped up in layers’

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Delhi is currently grappling with a severe cold wave as temperatures continue to plummet across the National Capital Region. As the “shivering” capital struggles with biting winds and low visibility, most people are seeking the warmth of their homes. Yet, in the middle of this freeze, a story of professional grit has emerged. In a post, a senior scientist praised her team for braving Delhi’s cold to “talk about their science”. A picture shared by a scientist. (X/@Ishwariya13) Ishwariya Venkatesh, whose X profile says she is a “Neurobiologist leading a team that’s unpacking the molecular basis of why some axons regenerate better than others,” at CSIR-CCMB, shared the tweet. “It’s freaking cold in Delhi (cold wave n all) but these guys are braving it, wrapped up in layers to still talk their science! So proud of my crew, all 12 of them have independent stories to talk about and had fun sharing it with a diverse audience at CMMDR!” she posted. She also shared a collage and a video showing her colleagues. Reacting to the …

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri X review: 5 tweets you need to check before watching Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday film

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri X review: 5 tweets you need to check before watching Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday film

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Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s romantic drama Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri has finally arrived in cinemas, and early audience reactions suggest a divided response. Moviegoers who attended the first-day-first-show screenings took to social media to share their opinions, with many applauding the visual appeal of the film and the chemistry between the lead actors. The picturesque Eastern European locations have also emerged as a talking point, adding scale and aesthetic charm to the narrative. Despite the praise for its look and pairing, several viewers felt the storyline leaned heavily on familiar romantic tropes. A section of the audience described the narrative as predictable, pointing out that the emotional beats followed a conventional arc. Amid the mixed reviews, veteran performers Jackie Shroff and Neena Gupta stood out, earning consistent appreciation for their nuanced and impactful performances, which many felt added depth to the film. Helmed by National Award-winning filmmaker Sameer Vidwans, the project marks Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s reunion after six years, following their 2019 release Pati Patni Aur Woh. Their …

X Corp Appeals Karnataka High Court Ruling Upholding Centre’s Content-Blocking Sahyog Portal | Tech News

X Corp Appeals Karnataka High Court Ruling Upholding Centre’s Content-Blocking Sahyog Portal | Tech News

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Last Updated:November 16, 2025, 05:35 IST The social media company argues that the Sahyog portal creates an impermissible ‘parallel censorship mechanism’ The appeal seeks to overturn the September 2025 judgement, which dismissed X Corp’s original plea and upheld the use of the centralised platform designed to automate notices to intermediaries for the removal of unlawful online content. File image/Reuters X Corp has filed a writ appeal before the Karnataka High Court, challenging a single judge’s ruling that affirmed the Union Government’s authority to issue content-blocking directions through the Sahyog portal. The appeal seeks to overturn the September 2025 judgement, which dismissed X Corp’s original plea and upheld the use of the centralised platform designed to automate notices to intermediaries for the removal of unlawful online content. The core of the legal dispute lies in the interpretation of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000, specifically the interplay between Section 69A and Section 79(3)(b). X Corp contends that mandatory blocking orders can only be issued through the detailed due-process framework prescribed under Section 69A and its accompanying 2009 …

Elon Musk Says X Money Payments Will Launch in ‘Very Limited Access Beta’ Soon

Elon Musk Says X Money Payments Will Launch in ‘Very Limited Access Beta’ Soon

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X Money is expected to launch later this year, bringing support for digital payments to X, the microblogging platform previously known as Twitter. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been teasing the X Money payments service for the past three years. While the billionaire has yet to announce a launch date for the service, Musk recently said that the network infrastructure will undergo limited beta testing before it is launched. This network is aligned with Musk’s vision of transforming X from a microblogging platform to an “everything app”. X Money Beta Testing Ahead of Anticipated Launch in 2025 On Monday, an X account (@teslaownerssv), posted claims about the upcoming X Money platform. It was claimed that X Money would be launched soon and that the “everything app” will become even bigger with payments and banking services. Musk, who is highly active on X, responded to the post stating, “This will be a very limited access beta at first,” the Tesla chief noted. “When people’s saving are involved, extreme care must be taken.” As per reports, this …