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Reuters X Account Blocked in India After ‘Legal Demand’, No Clarification Yet

July 6, 2025, 11:10 am

The X account of the news agency Reuters has been withheld in India. The site mentions a “legal demand” behind the blocking. No official reason has come from Reuters or the government of India so far.

This step denies Indian users access to @Reuters. But affiliate accounts such as @ReutersAsia, @ReutersBiz, and @ReutersScience continue to be accessible. Reuters’ primary website is also still accessible in India.

No Clarity on the Legal Grounds

X normally suspends content in a nation only after it has received a legal request. Such requests typically come from courts or state authorities. In this situation, however, neither Reuters nor the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has made public statements on who ordered this action and for what reason.

The site shows an ordinary notice:

“@Reuters has been withheld in India in response to a legal demand.”

There is no court filing or public order associated with this takedown. Users and reporters are left in the dark about whether a certain post, article, or trend set something in motion.

This is not the first time such a step has been taken. India instructed X earlier this year to ban thousands of accounts and posts. They involved political content, satire, and, in a few instances, media handles. X blocked them under protest and sued the government’s content removal portal in March 2025. This incident adds to existing tensions between global tech platforms and Indian officials.

Reuters Silent, Government Unresponsive

To date, Reuters has not released a statement. The agency, with more than 2,600 journalists employed across 165 countries, hasn’t mentioned the blocking on its other sites either. The Indian government, the Ministry of IT and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting included, has remained quiet.

The silence is making media observers, free speech activists, and digital rights defenders worry.

What’s Next?

Unless and until Reuters makes a statement or the government issues an official clarification, nobody knows. If the block is a result of a legal infraction, there needs to be transparency. If it involves particular content, there needs to be a clarification.

Until then, the curb on the Reuters X account remains a secret—and an increasing issue for the world media.

X Restores Account of Indo-Canadian Journalist After Controversial Interview

June 30, 2025, 11:37 pm

The social media account of a well-known Indo-Canadian journalist Sameer Kaushal was reinstated 72 hours after the platform X temporarily suspended it, after posting an interview of a former pro-Khalistan militant who claimed Pakistan’s intelligence agency had several operatives in Canada and were secretly collaborating with separatists against India.

Controversial Interview Sparks Suspension from X

Those charges were made by Jaswal Atwal, a convict in Canada for attempting to kill visiting Punjab Minister Malkiat Singh Sidhu in Vancouver Island in 1986. Kaushal, the founder-editor of online news portal News Derby, interviewed him.

Hours later Kaushal received a notice from X that his personal account, where he had posted the video of the interview, had been suspended for violating its “rules against authenticity”.

Kaushal Calls Suspension an Attack on Free Speech on X

“As an independent journalist, I rely on X as a vital platform for exercising freedom of speech and for delivering factual, daring journalism to the community. There is a possibility that some powerful forces may have targeted my account due to my commitment to reporting the truth,” Kaushal said in a statement.

“This sudden suspension has come as a complete surprise and is deeply concerning, as my account serves as a significant platform for communication, information sharing, and engagement with my community,” he added.

Who Is Jaswal Atwal?

Atwal has been a controversial figure who was a hardcore Khalistan sympathizer but switched sides and was issued visas to come to India as part of the amnesty program initiated by the Government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2015.

Atwal was notoriously in attendance at a reception organised by the Canadian government in Mumbai for then Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on his visit to India in February 2018, a development that left Ottawa in utter embarrassment. Canada subsequently accused “rogue elements” within the Indian government of hijacking the visit, but did not clarify how they had managed to get Atwal to an invite-only affair organized by the Canadian government.

CSIS Report and Ongoing Concerns About Foreign Interference

In its 2024 annual report to parliament, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) reported, “Pakistan undertakes foreign interference against Canada to enhance political, security and economic stability in Pakistan and to resist India’s expanding external influence. Canada remains a target for foreign interference because of its large South Asian diaspora and the presence of groups that can be leveraged as pro-Pakistan or anti-India surrogates.”

It added according to its analysis “Pakistan will continue to target various levels of government as well as ethnic, cultural and religious communities, and in particular electoral nomination procedures. They could also target media.”

Appearing before the foreign interference inquiry last October, senior Canadian intelligence officer Vanessa Lloyd stated Pakistan was “attempting to diminish the role of India”.

She also stated that while interference by foreigners generally concerns suppression of voices, it “may also have the inverse effect of amplifying other voices, and in this specific instance, Pakistan’s influence is directly connected with backing of Khalistani extremism.”

Big Announcement by Elon Musk on X Outage: “Working 24/7, Must Stay Super Focused”

May 24, 2025, 11:35 pm

After experiencing a series of global outages on his social media platform X, CEO Elon Musk confirmed that he has returned to his extreme work schedule. Musk posted on X that he is working 24/7 at his businesses to solve the problems and move forward with vital projects. “Back to spending 24/7 at work and sleeping in conference/server/factory rooms,” Musk posted.

He stressed that his attention these days is primarily on X, Tesla, and Starship’s imminent launch, all of which are scheduled to release major technologies shortly.

The global outages on X resulted in widespread disruption on May 24, 2025, with more than 2,200 incidents reported at its height. Musk admitted the gravity of the issue, saying, “As seen in the ???? Uptime issues this week, significant operating upgrades need to be enacted. The failover redundancy should have operated, but did not.”

His admission reflects the pressure to improve platform stability and reliability in the face of increasing user expectations.

Back to spending 24/7 at work and sleeping in conference/server/factory rooms.

I must be super focused on 𝕏/xAI and Tesla (plus Starship launch next week), as we have critical technologies rolling out.

As evidenced by the 𝕏 uptime issues this week, major operational…

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 24, 2025

Changing Directions: Elon Musk Reduces Political Expenditure

At the same time, Musk has also made a significant cut in his political expenditures. Following his nearly $300 million expenditure for backing former US President Donald Trump and Republican Party candidates last year, it now seems that Musk is pulling back from political activism to focus on his entrepreneurial interests. Investors worry that his fragmented attention and political scandals have grown, particularly as Tesla saw protests and its first yearly sales drop.

Musk once headed the Department of Government Efficiency, to shrink government jobs and contracts. Still, his political leaning had an adverse reaction, impacting Tesla’s market performance. In a recent effort to ease investor concerns, Musk announced plans to minimize his time spent on the Dogecoin (DOGE) project to a day or two a week from May. This change marks a clearer business direction in troubled times.

Looking Ahead

As Musk rededicates himself to his businesses and addresses the technical hurdles at X, the next few weeks will challenge his capacity to rebuild user confidence and drive innovation. His commitment to core technology launches, such as Tesla’s electric cars and SpaceX’s Starship, remains at the heart of his business.

The future will demand operational excellence and strategic precision to rebuild investor confidence and steady his endeavors.

Social Media 2.0? Musk’s xAI Acquires X: Here’s What’s Coming Next!

March 29, 2025, 8:49 am

Elon Musk has announced a major merger between his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, and social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). The all-stock deal, valued at $45 billion, includes $12 billion in debt and places xAI’s valuation at $80 billion, while X is now valued at $33 billion.

A Bold Move to Merge AI and Social Media

Musk, the world’s richest man and a close ally of Donald Trump, revealed the acquisition on Friday, stating that the future of xAI and X is “intertwined.” He emphasized that the merger will enable the companies to share data, computing power, distribution, and top talent.

“The combined company will deliver smarter, more meaningful experiences to billions of people while staying true to our core mission of seeking truth and advancing knowledge,” Musk wrote in a post on X. He added that this new venture would not only reflect the world but actively accelerate human progress.

Musk’s Vision for the Future of X

Musk’s xAI was founded in 2023 and has rapidly grown, securing $6 billion in funding and reaching a $40 billion valuation. His long-term vision includes integrating AI-powered features into X, transforming it into a next-generation platform that offers enhanced user experiences and intelligent interactions.

Musk, who also leads the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and serves as Tesla’s CEO, expressed gratitude to his teams at xAI and X for their dedication in making the deal a reality. “This is just the beginning,” he stated.

Potential Impact of the xAI-X Merger on Users

1. Enhanced User Experiences

Musk has stated that the integration of xAI’s cutting-edge AI capabilities with X’s vast user base of over 600 million will lead to more intelligent and engaging interactions, improving content discovery and user engagement.

2. AI-Driven Features

The merger is expected to introduce AI-powered functionalities such as personalized content recommendations, AI-generated posts, and improved moderation tools to refine the user experience.

3. Data Privacy Concerns

While the merger promises innovation, experts warn that increased AI-driven data collection could raise privacy concerns. Analysts predict that user data will be leveraged to train AI models, potentially impacting user security.

4. Transforming X into an ‘Everything App’

Musk has frequently discussed his vision of turning X into a multifaceted platform encompassing social media, finance, and AI-driven services. This acquisition is a significant step toward realizing that goal.

5. A New Era of AI-Social Media Integration

Industry experts suggest that the collaboration between xAI and X could set new standards for AI applications in social media, leading to unprecedented advancements in user engagement and digital communication.

The Road Ahead

This merger comes months after Musk, alongside a consortium, attempted to acquire OpenAI for $97.4 billion—an offer that was ultimately rejected. Now, with xAI and X under a single umbrella, Musk is pushing forward with his ambition to revolutionize the intersection of artificial intelligence and digital communication.

As the tech world watches closely, Musk’s latest move could redefine the landscape of AI-driven social media, marking the dawn of a new era in digital interaction.

Elon Musk Still Facing Lawsuit Over Twitter Stake as Judge Rejects Dismissal Bid

March 29, 2025, 8:21 am

A U.S. court has rejected Elon Musk’s request to dismiss a lawsuit accusing him of misleading former Twitter shareholders by delaying the disclosure of his initial investment in the company, now rebranded as X.

Court Rejects Musk’s Dismissal Request

On Friday, U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter in Manhattan ruled that the shareholders presented a valid argument that Musk intentionally committed fraud. They alleged that he used improper regulatory filings, misleading tweets, and a secretive strategy to increase his Twitter stake without early disclosure.

Key Allegations Against Musk

The lawsuit, led by the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System, claims that Musk failed to meet the SEC’s March 24, 2022, deadline to disclose his 5% stake in Twitter. Instead, he waited until April 4, 2022, to reveal his 9.2% stake. This delay allegedly saved him over $200 million while harming other investors who sold their shares at lower prices.

Judge’s Findings and Key Tweets

Judge Carter noted that Musk’s filing about his 9.2% stake could have been misleading since it suggested a passive investment rather than an attempt to acquire Twitter. The judge also allowed shareholders to challenge two tweets Elon Musk posted on March 26, 2022. In one, he said he was “giving serious thought” to creating a Twitter competitor. In another, he responded to a suggestion about buying Twitter and changing its bird logo to a doge with, “Ha ha that would [be] sickkk.”

Musk’s legal team argued that these tweets undermined any intent to commit fraud, as they could have drawn unwanted attention to his involvement with Twitter. However, Carter found the shareholders’ claims to be equally compelling.

Impact on Twitter Shares and Ongoing SEC Case

Following Musk’s disclosure of his stake, Twitter’s stock price surged by 27% on April 4, 2022. Later that year, in October 2022, he completed the full acquisition of Twitter for $44 billion. Meanwhile, the SEC has also sued Musk for failing to disclose his investment on time.

The case, Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System v. Musk et al, is being heard in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (No. 22-0302

Jack Dorsey’s First Tweet Goes Viral After 19 Years: Story Behind Twitter’s Creation

March 23, 2025, 2:17 pm

Jack Dorsey’s initial tweet, ‘just setting up my twttr’, started it all, revolutionizing online communication. Twitter, with its new platform, became an instant hit, overtaking traditional social networking websites such as Yahoo Messenger, MySpace, and Orkut. Individuals found Twitter’s minimalistic, straightforward approach appealing since there was no space for excessive gossip. In contrast to today’s ‘X’, the users were not allowed to deviate from a firm 140-character limit, and threads were still not a feature. Here, Twitter brought a new way of online interaction.

Released on March 21, 2006, Twitter was initially an internal application for Odeo, which was a podcasting firm. With the addition of podcast capabilities by Apple’s iTunes, Odeo lost its business. Dorsey, as a software engineer, proposed the concept of a service in which users could send updates similar to SMS to other people. This resulted in the development of Twttr, and later Twitter. Chris Messina’s 2007 suggestion of hashtags became a defining aspect of Twitter.

Real-time interaction on the platform and hashtags ensured that Twitter picked up steam worldwide. It was a favorite haunt of conversations from mundane updates to breaking world news. Sohaib Athar, a computer consultant in Abbottabad, Pakistan, unwittingly tweeted about the helicopter that ultimately validated Osama Bin Laden’s death in 2011. This was the epitome of Twitter’s special role in influencing global discourse.

Helicopter hovering above Abbottabad at 1AM (is a rare event).

— Sohaib Athar (@ReallyVirtual) May 1, 2011

By 2012, Twitter boasted more than 200 million monthly active users, with 340 million tweets per day. Today, ‘X’ is estimated to have approximately 650 million active users. Under Dorsey’s guidance, Twitter changed, such as doubling the character count from 140 to 280. Because of these adjustments, Dorsey resigned as CEO in 2021, saying that he felt a company shouldn’t be ‘just ‘founder-led’. In a letter to employees, Dorsey described, “There’s a lot of discussion around the value of a company being ‘founder-led.’ At the end of the day I think that’s materially constraining and a single point of failure.

Dorsey’s email also announced his selection of Twitter CTO Parag Agrawal as the company’s new CEO. “Parag has been behind every key decision that helped turn this company around,” Dorsey said. Even after Dorsey’s resignation, the company kept innovating. Parag Agrawal, an IIT Bombay alumnus, was made the CEO in November 2021, but he did not have a long term. Agrawal was dismissed by new owner Elon Musk in 2022 following a public fight over content moderation, and Musk brought in Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO.

Later in 2022, Musk finalized his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter after months of on-again, off-again negotiations. Musk’s acquisition resulted in mass layoffs and the elimination of historic features, including Twitter’s iconic blue bird logo. The site was relaunched to ‘X’, marking a new path for the company. X now supports posting up to 25,000 characters with a paid subscription, and monetization features have been added, where people can earn on the basis of engagement. In addition, X incorporated Grok, an AI-powered chatbot made by Musk’s xAI, which supports real-time questioning and even coding of games.

Since Musk’s acquisition, X has been controversial but also remade social media on a different footing and on a completely new branding. As Musk keeps pushing the platform, its makeover continues to have no signs of slowing down.

Musk Plans Overhaul of X with $8 Fee and No Post Dates

January 10, 2025, 2:20 pm

Elon Musk is reportedly planning significant changes to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. Among the proposed updates are the removal of date stamps from posts and the introduction of an $8 sign-up fee for new users. These changes reflect Musk’s ongoing efforts to reshape the platform’s functionality and revenue model, though they have already sparked concerns from both staff and users.

The End of Post Dates on X?

One of the most notable changes being considered is the removal of date stamps from posts in the main timeline. While dates would still be visible when users click on individual posts, the main feed would lose this essential contextual feature. Musk’s motivation behind this change is reportedly to enhance the platform’s aesthetics, following his philosophy that “every pixel counts.”

However, many X employees have expressed concerns about the potential confusion this could cause. Without dates, users would lose the ability to track conversations in real-time, which could exacerbate misinformation. Since most users do not click on individual posts, the removal of dates could leave them without crucial context. This feature has been a staple of Twitter’s design since its inception, and its removal would significantly alter how users interact with content. There is no guarantee this change will be implemented, as Musk has a history of testing design tweaks before reversing them.

Introducing the $8 Sign-Up Fee

In addition to the design change, Musk is considering implementing an $8 fee for all new users signing up for X. This fee would include one free month of X Premium and aims to reduce bot accounts while boosting X’s revenue. Musk has described this approach as “the only way” to make X profitable, particularly as its advertising revenue has declined sharply since his takeover.

This isn’t the first time Musk has experimented with user fees. Previous tests in countries like the Philippines and New Zealand introduced a nominal $1 fee for new users as a bot-fighting measure. However, the proposed $8 fee marks a more direct effort to improve X’s finances. With advertisers fleeing the platform due to concerns over hate speech and offensive content, X is exploring alternative revenue streams.

‘X’ in Transition

Since Musk’s $44 billion acquisition of Twitter in 2022, the platform has undergone significant transformations, including drastic staff cuts and changes to its moderation policies. These moves have led to criticism, with many accusing Musk of prioritizing aesthetics and cost-cutting over user experience and safety. The upcoming updates may address some of X’s challenges, but they risk alienating existing users in the process. Only time will tell if these changes will help X thrive or further drive users away.

Elon Musk’s Bold Plan to Merge Twitter and Substack: Here’s Why

November 19, 2024, 9:48 am

Elon Musk looked about buying Substack in 2023, a year after he bought Twitter (now X). The New York Times claims that Musk came up with the concept in April over the phone with Chris Best, the CEO of Substack. Musk had a plan to combine Twitter’s premium service, Twitter Blue, which he has been aggressively marketing, with Substack, a blogging platform that requires a membership.

Elon Musk went so far as to offer Best the CEO post for the merged business. Best, however, turned down the offer, demonstrating Substack’s wish to maintain its independence. Substack began concentrating more on political material shortly after this discussion.

Musk Criticizes Substack’s ‘Twitter Clone’ Feature

In 2023, Substack launched a new feature called Notes, which allowed contributors to post brief updates to their followers. Musk was quick to criticize this move, calling it a “Twitter clone.”

Since Musk’s acquisition of Twitter, he has positioned the platform as a “digital town square,” emphasizing free speech as one of the key reasons behind his purchase. He even reinstated former President Donald Trump’s Twitter account in 2022. However, Substack has become a competitor in the realm of political commentary, particularly with the upcoming 2024 US presidential election.

Substack’s Rising Political Influence

Substack co-founder Hamish McKenzie expressed his ambition for the 2024 election to be “the Substack election.” This vision seems to be coming to fruition, as several notable political commentators have joined the platform. Notably, pollster Nate Silver, who was dismissed from ABC and FiveThirtyEight, signed up with Substack, lending credibility to the platform.

Substack, which takes a 10% commission from subscriptions, has seen an increase in political content, especially as the election cycle intensifies. This surge in political discussions has boosted the platform’s popularity, particularly in the lead-up to the 2024 US elections.

Devotees Drink AC Water Mistaking It For ‘Charan Amrit’ At Banke Bihari Temple | WATCH

November 4, 2024, 12:30 pm

Devotees recently gathered at the Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura Vrindavan to drink water dripping from an elephant sculpture, mistakenly believing it to be ‘Charan Amrit,’ or holy water from Lord Krishna’s feet.

Misunderstanding at the Temple

Viral footage from the famous Banke Bihari Mandir shows numerous devotees eagerly consuming water that drips from an elephant sculpture integrated into the temple’s architecture. While some used cups to collect the liquid, others cupped their hands to catch the drops they believed were sacred.

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Serious education is needed 100%

People are drinking AC water, thinking it is ‘Charanamrit’ from the feet of God !! pic.twitter.com/bYJTwbvnNK

— ZORO (@BroominsKaBaap) November 3, 2024

According to a report from Jagran, the water that the devotees mistook for Charan Amrit was actually air conditioning discharge running from elephant-shaped tubes.

In the video captured at the Uttar Pradesh temple, a bystander is heard informing devotees that the water they were drinking was, in fact, AC water. However, many temple-goers continued to line up for the water or splash it on themselves, disregarding the warning.

Social Media Reactions

The video has garnered significant attention online, amassing 2.8 million views on X alone. Viewers reacted with surprise at the devotees’ gullibility and lamented the absence of scientific reasoning.

“A mind without scientific temper is the birthplace of myths, superstition, hate, division. It’s a threat to democracy and promotes herd mentality,” commented one user on X.

“Why does nobody stop for a second and even think about what’s happening here? Such a herd mentality,” another user remarked.

The video also prompted a caution from The Liver Doc, who warned followers against drinking AC water, stating, “Cooling and air conditioning systems are breeding grounds for many types of infections including fungus, some really hellish.”

The incident drew comparisons to a 2012 event involving a Weeping crucifix in Mumbai, where water appeared to flow from the feet of a crucified Jesus statue. Many devotees flocked to the site, believing it to be a miracle, until it was later revealed that the water was the result of a faulty sewage system.

Musk’s Twitter Acquisition Backfires: Former CEO Parag Agrawal Claim Severance Scam Unfolds

November 2, 2024, 3:56 pm

Elon Musk encountered a legal hurdle in his efforts to evade severance payments to former top executives of Twitter, following his acquisition of the company in 2022. A judge ruled on Friday that former CEO Parag Agrawal and other high-ranking officials may continue with their claims, alleging that Musk terminated them right as the acquisition was finalized to avoid fulfilling their severance agreements.

The lawsuit, filed in March, asserts that Musk deliberately cut the executives off before they could formally resign, thereby denying them their entitled compensation. The complaint references a comment Musk made to biographer Walter Isaacson, in which he expressed urgency in closing the deal to sidestep a potential “$200 million differential in the cookie jar” between finalizing the agreement that evening versus the next morning.

Agrawal is joined by former Twitter legal chief Vijaya Gadde, former CFO Ned Segal, and former general counsel Sean Edgett in the lawsuit, all of whom claim they are owed one year’s salary along with unvested stock options valued at the acquisition price.

Musk is currently embroiled in several legal battles concerning employee compensation. Following the takeover, he initiated massive layoffs, resulting in claims from numerous former employees for unpaid severance, citing that Musk failed to adhere to compensation agreements.

While Musk and X Corp. won a class-action lawsuit in July regarding a $500 million severance claim under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, a former employee was awarded unpaid severance in a private arbitration in September, which could influence future claims.

Additionally, US District Judge Maxine Chesney dismissed Musk’s bid to reject a related claim from former “core tech” general manager Nicholas Caldwell, who is seeking $20 million in severance compensation.

Biden Spotted ‘Biting Babies’ During White House Halloween Festivities | WATCH

October 31, 2024, 12:48 pm

US President Joe Biden caused a stir on social media after being photographed “biting” babies during a Halloween event at the White House. The 82-year-old, accompanied by first lady Jill Biden, was hosting trick-or-treating guests on the South Lawn when his interactions with at least four infants made headlines.

In one photo, published by the Associated Press, Biden is seen “jokingly” biting a baby dressed as a chicken. Another image shows him putting a baby’s foot in his mouth. Local students, children from military families, and neighborhood families were invited to the pre-Halloween celebrations. During the event, parents watched as Biden bit or “sucked” on their babies’ toes on four separate occasions.

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Biden Bit Not Just One — But At Least Four Babies Tonight!

These people are sick. https://t.co/CXmbm7wLFB pic.twitter.com/EoZLG8ZW1M

— LIZ CROKIN (@LizCrokin) October 31, 2024

Theories circulating online suggested that Biden was mimicking a shark, coinciding with the JAWS soundtrack playing during the festivities. However, many social media users had different interpretations of the president’s behavior.

“After all the clips of Biden nuzzling little kids like a total creep, you’d think his handlers would have learned by now. Now today we have Biden sucking and biting on a baby’s foot and leg with someone in a PANDA costume on stage. Panda eyes?” one user commented.

Another user pointed out the double standard, saying, “Biden literally put a baby’s foot in his mouth, and somehow that’s ‘okay’ to the same people who lost it over a comedian’s joke about Puerto Rico’s waste management issues. The double standard is unreal! These people are just sick and disgusting.”

A third user humorously added, “They’re eating the dogs. They’re eating the cats. Joe Biden is biting the babies.”

Biden had previously made headlines for his “garbage” comment aimed at supporters of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who later used it in his campaign.

WFH Feels Like ‘Squid Game’ When You Live With Parents Goes Viral

September 29, 2024, 9:54 am

As hybrid work models become more common in a post-Covid world, many professionals have voiced their struggles with working from home (WFH). A recent viral post on X, formerly Twitter, has taken the internet by storm, with one user comparing WFH while living with parents to a “dystopian survival game.” The post, shared by X user Shubh, sparked widespread conversation about the realities of balancing work and family life under one roof.

“WFH While Living With Parents is Like ‘Squid Game'”

In his now-viral post, Shubh wrote, “WFH is a dream when you’ve got your own cozy little apartment in a city like Bangalore, Mumbai, or even Delhi, especially with your partner by your side. But WFH while living with your parents? That’s a whole new level of Squid Game.” His comparison to the popular survival show struck a chord with many, accumulating over 150,000 views in a short time.

HAVE A LOOK AT THE VIRAL POST:

WFH is a dream when you’ve got your own cozy little apartment in a city like Bangalore, Mumbai, or even Delhi, especially with your partner by your side. But WFH while living with your parents? That’s a whole new level of Squid Game.

— Shubh (@kadaipaneeeer) September 28, 2024

Many users resonated with Shubh’s perspective, sharing their own struggles with managing work-life balance while being surrounded by family. “I understand you totally. I do WFH too and my father comes in the middle of long calls to say loudly, ‘Unko bol do ghar pe kaam hai… baad mein baat karenge,'” one user commented, sympathizing with the challenges of keeping professional and personal boundaries.

Mixed Reactions: From Relatable to Resentful

While many users agreed with the sentiment, describing their WFH situations as stressful, others were quick to criticize Shubh for his view. One user even labeled their WFH experience as “torture,” recounting the difficulties of working from a parent’s home once a year.

However, the post also drew backlash from those who felt that Shubh and his supporters were being ungrateful. “Kind of a blessing, to be honest. Your parents are already in their 60s when you land a job, so it’s a bonus that you get to spend time with them as they don’t have much time left,” one user argued, emphasizing the value of family time during WFH.

A Split Verdict: Family Time vs. Personal Space

Some users went as far as celebrating their WFH experience with their family, calling it a “blessing.” “WFH with parents, wife, and 2-year-old daughter, and enjoying every bit of not commuting daily,” another user proudly shared.

Another commenter added that working with their parents present alleviated stress rather than causing it. “With parents by my side, I literally don’t have to worry about anything. And I get the princess treatment from my parents. I don’t get this trend of bashing parents,” they said, calling for more gratitude towards family support.

As the debate over WFH dynamics continues online, it’s clear that experiences vary widely, with some thriving on family proximity and others longing for personal space.

X Experiences Brief Global Outage, Service Restored After 1 Hour

September 8, 2024, 12:28 am

Elon Musk’s social media platform X experienced a global outage on Saturday, which lasted less than an hour. According to Downdetector.com, an outage tracking site, users faced access issues, but service was quickly restored.

Details of the Outage

The outage, which began around 10:31 a.m. ET (1531 GMT), saw a peak of over 8,200 outage reports. By 11:01 a.m. ET (1501 GMT), reports had significantly decreased to fewer than 164 in the U.S.

Cause of the Outage

As of now, the cause of the outage remains unclear. X has not yet responded to Reuters’ request for information outside regular business hours. The platform’s quick restoration of service suggests that technical teams worked promptly to resolve the issue.

User Impact and Response

During the outage, users experienced difficulties accessing the platform, which temporarily affected communication and engagement. The brief disruption highlighted the platform’s vulnerability to technical issues, despite its rapid recovery.

Next Steps

X will likely conduct an investigation to determine the root cause of the outage and prevent future occurrences. Users are advised to stay updated through official channels for any further information.

‘GOAT’ Twitter Review: Fans Call Vijay’s Best Since ‘Master’, Praise ‘Banger Climax’

September 5, 2024, 2:35 pm

Thalapathy Vijay’s latest film, ‘GOAT’ (The Greatest of All Time), premiered in theaters on September 5, drawing significant fanfare and celebrations. The film showcases Vijay in a double role as a field agent and a spy, having completed over 65 successful missions. Initial reactions from fans are pouring in, with many calling it one of Vijay’s best performances, especially praising the film’s second half and climax. However, some critics have labeled it as ‘mokkai’ (boring).

Fan Reactions

One fan described it as a ‘blockbuster,’ giving it a 4.5/5 rating. They tweeted, “#GOAT Review: BLOCKBUSTER – Commercial cinema at its best! ? – Entertaining first half – Peak second half Banger climax ?? Interesting cameos ? Intro scene ? Thalapathy vs Ilaya Thalapathy ? Rating – 4.5/5.”

Another fan expressed excitement, “We Won Thalaivaa @actorvijay ??? BLOCKBUSTER ????.” Another added, “#GOAT BLOCKBUSTER ??? First Half – ????????? Second Half – ???.”

Mass? Second half ???#GOATFDFS #GOATReview #TheGreatestOfAllTime #GOATFromToday #BlockBusterGOAT

— M.K Ⓜ️ (@its_me846) September 5, 2024

One fan praised Vijay’s performance as his career best, noting, “Lot of twists and turns that keep you engaged in the second half. As @archanakalpathi said, you can’t review the movie without spoilers. Don’t watch reviews before seeing it. Theatre la saravedi. First half was good. Second half, as @vp_offl said, is unpredictable. Despite being a 3-hour movie, I didn’t feel like checking my phone. For #VenkatPrabhu, it’s another #Mangatha.”

A more reserved review stated, “#GOATTheMovie #TheGreatestOfAllTime GOAT ✨ REVIEW: Vijay sir’s acting is very good ? decent screenplay… younger Vijay is ? de-aging could have been better ? Vijayakanth Ai to Vijay sir intro… not bad..? Sk cameo Ak reference seems forced but worked in some scenes 2.5/5.”

Film trade analyst Manobala Vijaybalan had a less favorable opinion, tweeting, “#Goat: BLOATS?? #TheGreatestOfAllTime ❌ The WASTE(st) Of All Time.”

About ‘GOAT’

Directed by Venkat Prabhu and produced by Kalpathi S Aghoram, Kalpathi S Ganesh, and Kalpathi S Suresh of AGS Entertainment, ‘GOAT’ is anticipated to be a period science fiction film. The cast includes Prashanth, Prabhudheva, Sneha, Ajmal Ameer, Vaibhav, Laila, Mohan, Aravind Akash, and Ajay Raj, featuring both heroic and villainous roles.

Vijay was last seen in the successful action drama ‘Leo’, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

X Ordered to Pay ₹5 Crore After Employee Fired for Ignoring Elon Musk’s Email

August 16, 2024, 12:15 pm

Twitter, recently rebranded as X, has been directed to pay compensation to a former employee following an unfair dismissal ruling. The company must pay 550,000 euros (approximately ₹5 crore) to Gary Rooney, who was terminated in December 2022 after Elon Musk acquired the platform.

Gary Rooney, who had been with Twitter’s Ireland branch since September 2013, received this compensation from Ireland’s Workplace Relations Commission on Tuesday. This is the highest amount ever awarded by the agency.

The Cause of Dismissal

In November 2022, shortly after Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter, Musk issued a company-wide email mandating that employees either agree to “long hours at high intensity” or accept “three months of severance pay.” Rooney, along with other employees, was given a single day to respond by clicking “yes” to accept these new terms set by Musk, who was then CEO.

Musk’s email read: “If you are sure that you want to be part of the new Twitter, please click yes on the link below.” The email also stated that those who did not agree would receive three months of severance.

X contended that Rooney had resigned voluntarily by not accepting Musk’s terms.

The Workplace Relations Commission rejected this defense. Barry Kenny, the complainant’s solicitor, remarked, “It is not OK for Mr. Musk, or indeed any large company, to treat employees in such a manner in this country or jurisdiction. The record award reflects the seriousness and the gravity of the case,” as reported by Bloomberg.

Elon Musk acquired Twitter in October 2022 for $44 billion. Following the acquisition, he laid off nearly half of the company’s employees and imposed stringent conditions on the remaining staff.

Former Twitter Chief: Elon Musk Should Face Personal Legal Consequences for Inciting Public Disorder

August 13, 2024, 4:23 am

Elon Musk should face personal sanctions and potentially an arrest warrant if he continues to incite public disorder through his social media platform, according to Bruce Daisley, a former vice-president of Twitter. Daisley argues that tech executives like Musk should be held personally accountable for the impact of their platforms, rather than just facing corporate fines. He suggests that such personal risks could be more effective in curbing disruptive behaviour.

Daisley calls on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to strengthen online safety laws and evaluate whether the media regulator, Ofcom, is equipped to handle rapid changes in the digital landscape. He highlights recent unrest in the UK, including violent incidents linked to misinformation spread on social media, as a pressing issue.

Musk has faced criticism for his inflammatory comments, including a post suggesting that civil war in the UK is “inevitable” and sharing false information about Starmer. Daisley believes that direct legal consequences for Musk, such as an arrest warrant, could be a more effective deterrent than current measures.

Daisley also criticizes the current approach to online regulation, arguing that tech companies prioritize profit over principles of free speech. He advocates for more robust legislation to ensure tech billionaires are held accountable for the content their platforms allow.

Adil Hussain Finds It Hilarious That He Was Congratulated Instead of Turkey’s Olympic Shooter Yusuf Dikec

August 3, 2024, 1:02 am

Adil Hussain recently experienced a case of mistaken identity that left him quite entertained. He was mistakenly congratulated for winning a medal at the Paris Olympics, a feat actually achieved by Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec. Adil found the mix-up amusing and took it in stride.

The confusion began with a tweet that read, “Congratulations sir @_AdilHussain on winning silver at Olympics 2024 for Turkey. Respect.” The tweet included a picture of Adil and Yusuf, seemingly highlighting their resemblance. Adil, who was last seen in the film Ulajh with Janhvi Kapoor, found the situation more humorous than confusing.

Wish this was true… May be it’s not to late to start practicing… Since I have the attitude need to work on the skill set now..
? https://t.co/GS8iHQafCg

— Adil hussain (@_AdilHussain) August 2, 2024

Adil commented, “I don’t think the tweet was a mistake; it was clearly done in jest. I wasn’t shocked when I saw it.” He added, “Instead, I found it really funny and amusing.”

Taking the joke further, Adil posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Wish this was true… Maybe it’s not too late to start practicing… Since I have the attitude, I need to work on the skill set now.”

When asked if he saw any similarities between himself and Dikec, Adil joked that aside from their grey hair and glasses, there was no resemblance. He concluded, “The tweet was light-hearted, and I took it sportingly. It was really funny.”

Indian-Origin Man Claims to Be Fired from CrowdStrike Amid IT Outage, Sparks Meme Frenzy

July 22, 2024, 4:22 am

On Friday, a major IT outage affected banks, airlines, and other sectors globally. CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm based in Austin, Texas, was linked to the issue, which was later attributed to a defect in a Windows content update.

I got fired from CrowdStrike today 🙁
I am not really sure what the reason was! Anyway, I’ll be around in Vienna for #ICML2024 since I’m free now.

Let me know if anyone interested in Security and Privacy in AI or any other topic broadly in deep learning would like to catch up.

— Vinu Sankar Sadasivan @ ICML (@imVinusankars) July 20, 2024

Memes Erupt Online
Following the announcement, social media exploded with memes and jokes about “former CrowdStrike employees” being blamed for the crisis. The online humor intensified as people started making light of the situation.

Indian-Origin Man’s Claim
Amid the meme frenzy, Vinu Sankar Sadasivan, an Indian-origin man and PhD student, claimed on Twitter that he had been fired from CrowdStrike. He expressed confusion over the reason for his termination and invited people to connect with him at an upcoming conference.

Verification and Public Reaction
Sadasivan’s claim has been met with skepticism. His online profiles and CV do not mention CrowdStrike, leading some to question the truth behind his statement. Despite this, some netizens offered support, while others saw parallels with the “Boy Who Cried Wolf.”

The Ongoing Meme
The situation has fueled further memes and jokes online, blurring the line between sarcasm and reality. Social media users continue to debate whether Sadasivan’s claim is genuine or just another addition to the viral meme series.

A Match Made on ‘X’: Bengaluru Techie Finds Love of His Life Through His 2022 ‘X’ Post

July 18, 2024, 6:04 pm

Love often finds us when we least expect it, and the enchanting tale of Anshul and Divya is a testament to that. Their paths converged unexpectedly through a seemingly random post on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) in 2022. What began as a casual exchange soon evolved into a heartwarming journey towards marriage, captivating the internet and leaving a lasting impression on all who followed their story.

It all started with Anshul, known on the platform as @SolitaryStudd, logging onto ‘X’ on an ordinary November day in 2022. With a touch of humor, he pondered aloud, “I’m 28 and still haven’t quite figured out the best sleeping position. Sometimes, I wonder if I should store my arms in the wardrobe before bed.” Little did he realize, this light-hearted tweet would become the catalyst for a beautiful connection.

Then came Divya, whose handle is @divyaathedivaaa, who randomly stumbled upon Anshul’s tweet and couldn’t resist chiming in with a playful response, “Lol, find a nice girlfriend. You’ll figure it out.” In that moment of playful banter, neither Anshul nor Divya could have anticipated that their exchange would bloom into something far more profound—a deep and enduring love.

Fast forward to the present day in 2024, and Anshul made a surprise announcement that melted hearts across the internet: “Divya and I are no longer dating,” he shared, cleverly echoing Divya’s 2022 suggestion. “Lol, I found her and made her (read you) my nice wife.” The internet couldn’t help but swoon over their romance.

Coincidence? I think not! pic.twitter.com/pfoDCVnltP

— HITLER'S NIGGGA (@SChaulkar1903) July 17, 2024

Divya, radiant in her bridal attire, shared a photo with the caption, “AND I GOT TO BE A BRIDE FINALLY!!”

Their love story quickly became a sensation on ‘X,’ with users gushing over the unexpected romance that blossomed from a simple tweet. “This wholesome side of Twitter >>>” wrote one user. “Taking notes to recreate,” another user remarked, while others eagerly awaited their own chance encounter sparked by a casual post.

Anshul and Divya’s story is a beautiful reminder that love can spark in the most unexpected places and turn into something extraordinary.

Why Did Microblogging Startup ‘Koo’ Shut Down Operations?

July 3, 2024, 4:36 pm

Homegrown startup Koo announced on Wednesday that it will cease its operations. Co-founders Aprameya Radhakrishna and Mayank Bidawatka revealed on LinkedIn that at its peak, Koo boasted a 10% like ratio, significantly higher than Twitter’s, and was “just months away from beating Twitter in India in 2022.”

At its zenith, Koo was the primary competitor to Twitter, which was rebranded as X after Elon Musk’s acquisition in 2022.

Reasons Behind Koo’s Closure

Koo attributed the decision to shut down to unsuccessful partnership negotiations.

“We explored partnerships with multiple larger internet companies, conglomerates and media houses but these talks didn’t yield the outcome we wanted. Most of them didn’t want to deal with user generated content and the wild nature of a social media company,” the co-founders stated on LinkedIn. They also mentioned that a couple of potential partners shifted their priorities just before finalizing deals.

Why Koo Sought Partnerships

Following the coronavirus pandemic, many tech firms experienced financial difficulties due to the funding winter from 2022 onwards, impacting Koo as well. During this period, the company laid off nearly 40 employees and warned of more layoffs in 2023 due to a capital crisis.

“A prolonged funding winter which hit us at our peak hurt our plans at the time and we had to tone down on our growth trajectory,” stated Radhakrishna and Bidawatka. They emphasized that social media companies require significant user growth before revenue generation can be considered, making it a challenging sector to succeed in even with ample resources.

Koo had the potential to expand internationally, creating a global brand from India. However, “The company needed 5-6 years of aggressive, long-term and patient capital to make this dream a reality,” they explained.

On the decision to wind down the company, the co-founders stated, “While we would have liked to keep the app running, the cost of technology services to keep a social media app running is high and we have had to take this tough decision.”

Koo’s Achievements

Koo developed a globally scalable product with superior systems, algorithms, and stakeholder-first philosophies in a fraction of the time it took X/Twitter.

The platform’s 10% like ratio was significantly higher than Twitter’s, making Koo more attractive for creators. At its peak, Koo had about 2.1 million daily active users, nearly 10 million monthly active users, and over 9000 VIPs, including many prominent figures from various fields.

“We were just months away from beating Twitter in India in 2022 and could have doubled down on that short-term goal with capital behind us,” the co-founders reiterated.

Reflecting on their journey, they stated, “It has been a long journey of over 4 years from thought to finish. The company has its highest highs and lowest lows while running Koo.”

They highlighted the need for patient, long-term capital to build ambitious, world-leading products from India, whether in social media, AI, space, EVs, or other futuristic sectors. Such ventures require significant investment, especially when competing with established global giants.

Koo’s Financial Struggles

Despite efforts to reduce its monthly cash burn to around Rs 10.2 crore in April 2023 from roughly Rs 16 crore in January 2023, Koo did not meet its target of Rs 6.5 crore by the end of March 2023, as reported by Moneycontrol.

The Tiger Global-backed company had raised $65 million from investors including Accel, 3one4 Capital, Naval Ravikant, Balaji Srinivasan, Kalaari Capital, and others.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Applauds Students for Board Exam Success

April 30, 2024, 5:37 pm

After the results were declared on Tuesday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his congratulations to the students of classes 10 and 12 from the UK Board.

CM Dhami expressed his belief that the students will bring honor to both the state and the nation in the future. In a post on X, Chief Minister Dhami wrote, “Hearty congratulations to all the students who passed the High School and Intermediate examinations of Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE). This is the result of your hard work and dedication. I have full faith that you will bring glory to the state and the country in the times to come.”

The Chief Minister also encouraged students who did not pass the exams, advising them that with hard work and dedication, they can strive for success again, emphasizing that examinations are not the sole measure of success in life.
“Students who failed in the exam should not be disappointed, their parents are requested not to put pressure on the children but to support them. This is not the final criterion for success in life. All of you can achieve success by trying with full dedication and hard work. Dear students, best wishes to you for a bright future!” read the post.

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उत्तराखण्ड विद्यालयी शिक्षा परिषद की हाईस्कूल एवं इंटरमीडिएट की परीक्षा में उत्तीर्ण होने वाले सभी विद्यार्थियों को हार्दिक बधाई।

यह आपके कठिन परिश्रम और लगन का प्रतिफल है। मुझे पूर्ण विश्वास है कि आप आने वाले समय में भी राज्य और देश का नाम अवश्य रोशन करेंगे।

परीक्षा में…

— Pushkar Singh Dhami (Modi Ka Parivar) (@pushkardhami) April 30, 2024

On Tuesday, April 30, at 11:30 am, the Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) announced the results for Classes 10 and 12.

In the UBSE Class 10 examination of 2024, the overall pass rate stood at 89.14 percent, while for the Class 12 examination, it was 82.63 percent this year.

The offline UBSE 10th and 12th board exams were conducted in a single session from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. between February 27 and March 16, 2024.

In Uttarakhand, a total of 1,15,606 students enrolled for Class 10 and 94,748 for Class 12, amounting to a combined total of 2,10,354 candidates.

Is X Down? Users have Encounter Difficulties in Website and App

April 29, 2024, 5:15 pm

Well-known microblogging site ‘x’, formerly known as Twitter has been causing users difficulties. Users in India and other countries have reportedly encountered difficulties using the Elon Musk-owned social networking site on both online and app interfaces, according to reports from Downdetector.

In India, a significant number of users reported problems accessing the platform, with a spike in complaints recorded by Downdetector. Around 41% of X users faced difficulties on the web version, while 57% of mobile app users reported being unable to view posts.

The issues peaked in India at 1:12 pm, with 521 reports of difficulties accessing X. Globally, the problem reached its highest point at 1:15 pm (IST), with over 3,700 users reporting problems.

Users have been receiving error messages like “something went wrong. Try reloading” when attempting to access posts on the platform, indicating a widespread technical issue.

As of now, neither Elon Musk nor the microblogging platform has acknowledged the outage. Consequently, the exact cause of the disruption remains unknown.

This is the second outage within a week, following a similar incident where users in India faced difficulties accessing posts on X’s web platform. However, the Twitter app remained functional during that period, even for users who couldn’t access X on their PCs.

Elon Musk: No More Free Tweets For New ‘X’ Users

April 16, 2024, 12:57 pm

Elon Musk is considering implementing a small fee for new users on X (formerly Twitter) as a measure to address the issue of bots on the platform. In response to a post by an X account regarding changes on the platform, Musk stated that charging a fee to new accounts was the “only way” to combat the influx of bots.

Musk highlighted the challenge of distinguishing between bots and genuine users, noting that current AI technology, along with troll farms, can easily bypass measures like CAPTCHA. He explained that new accounts would need to pay a fee for write access, but after three months of creation, they would be able to post without charge.

“This is only for new users. They will be able to do write actions for free after 3 months,” Musk clarified.

The policy change was identified by an automated account tracking updates to X’s website, which revealed that the company had previously experimented with a $1 annual subscription fee for users in the Philippines and New Zealand.

Under the updated terms and conditions, new X users will be required to pay a “small annual fee” before gaining access to posting, liking, bookmarking, or replying to tweets. However, following other accounts and browsing the platform will remain free for new users.

This strategic move could potentially benefit Musk’s company, particularly as X has been experiencing a decline in value. Since Musk’s acquisition, the platform has witnessed a significant decrease in its market value, with numerous advertisers withdrawing their spending in November. X reportedly lost $1.5 billion in ad revenue in 2023.

X gets a new visibility feature for ‘pinned post’, says Elon Musk

February 29, 2024, 4:18 pm

US business tycoon Elon Musk on Thursday launched a new user feature on his social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). Informing about the same, Musk stated the X’s recommendation algorithm will ensure that all of a user’s followers see their pinned post every 48 hours.

To ensure that X users do not misuse or try to “game the system”, Musk added that the new feature will also have a failsafe and the same will apply only for one pinned post every two days.

“This only applies to one pinned post every 48 hours to prevent gaming of the system,” he stated.

“When you pin a post, it is now automatically added to your highlights section. Soon, we will adjust the algorithm to prioritize showing pinned posts to your followers. This will only work once per day to prevent gaming of the system,” Musk posted on X.

Musk has brought in several changes after buying X. As the platform continues to evolve, these changes are likely to reshape the way users interact with content and advertisements on X, providing more options for a personalized and seamless user experience.

(With inputs from ANI)

Social media platform ‘X’ decides to withhold accounts after Indian govt executive orders

February 22, 2024, 2:31 pm

The social media platform ‘X,’ owned by Elon Musk, has announced that it has taken action to block certain accounts and posts on its platform following executive orders from the Indian government. According to a statement from ‘X’s Global Government Affairs, the Indian government’s orders require the platform to take action on specific accounts and posts, with potential penalties including fines and imprisonment. ‘X’ has decided to withhold these accounts and posts in India alone, while expressing disagreement with these actions and asserting that freedom of expression should encompass these posts.

The statement also mentioned that a writ appeal challenging the Indian government’s orders is currently pending, and ‘X’ has provided affected users with notices of these actions in accordance with its policies. However, due to legal constraints, ‘X’ is unable to disclose the executive orders publicly, highlighting the importance of transparency in such matters to prevent arbitrary decision-making.

This development comes after ‘X’s account with the Pakistan government was withheld in India earlier in 2022, marking the second such incident in recent months. The account had been previously withheld in July 2022 but was later reactivated and made visible again. Additionally, in October, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting directed YouTube to block 45 videos from 10 channels based on inputs from intelligence agencies. These videos, with a cumulative viewership of over 1.3 crore views, contained fake news and morphed videos aimed at inciting hatred among religious communities. Examples included false claims about the government curtailing religious rights, threats against religious groups, and calls for civil war in India.

RS Chairman mimicry row: Activist Vineet Jindal files a complaint with Ethics Committee and seeks expulsion of Kalyan Banerjee

December 20, 2023, 3:39 pm

Vineet Jindal, advocate and social activist, lodged a complaint with the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha Ethics Committees in response to the mimicking incident involving Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar and suspended TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee outside the Parliament. Jindal lodged a complaint requesting the removal of Rahul Gandhi, the Congress leader, and other MPs associated with the suspended TMC MP. The opposition staged a protest on the steps of Parliament on Tuesday against the suspension of MPs, and Banerjee imitated Vice President Dhankhar. This move drew harsh criticism from the ruling BJP.

In his complaint, Jindal claimed that this event comes under the extreme case of misconduct by the members of the house upon which the Ethics Committee should take action against this misconduct.

“This is a complaint against TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee, Rahul Gandhi MP (leader of Congress), and other MPs for making defamatory remarks, mocking and mimicking the style of the Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice-President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar while presiding over the house,” Jindal said in his complaint.

“Recently, a video went viral on Twitter and other social networking sites in which the TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee could be seen mimicking Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, which is followed by hooting, mocking and cheering by other members of Parliament of the Opposition party and one of the senior leaders of the opposition, Rahul Gandhi is making the video of this shameful mockery.

Threads Introduces Game-Changing Feature – What It Means for 100M Users! Check Details

December 4, 2023, 3:56 pm

Threads, Instagram’s potent rival to Twitter/X, has unveiled a transformative upgrade by integrating a keyword search function accessible across all regions where the app is active. Initially trialed in English-speaking territories like Australia and New Zealand, this feature is now set to reach a more global audience, supporting all languages, as revealed by Adam Mosseri, Instagram’s head.

The recent expansion to include keyword searches in threads across multiple languages represents a significant step forward. According to TechCrunch, this enhancement aims to cater to the app’s rapidly growing user base, which currently numbers nearly 100 million monthly users worldwide. Furthermore, reports indicate an impending launch in the EU, highlighting Threads’ efforts to cater to a diverse, multilingual user community.

Threads has evolved significantly since its inception. In response to user feedback, the app now includes a chronological following feed, web application support, polls, GIFs, hashtag support without the hash symbol, an edit button, profile switching, and more. Furthermore, the platform has committed to a developer API and plans to integrate with ActivityPub, aligning itself with decentralized social networking protocols such as Mastodon.

Despite these advancements, Threads hasn’t embraced trending topics, a focal aspect of X. The app leans toward an algorithmic feed that often showcases older posts rather than real-time updates. Mosseri has emphasized a departure from news amplification on Threads, diverging from X’s focus on breaking news. However, TechCrunch notes that the influx of former X users to Threads might influence its future trajectory.

Mosseri hinted at forthcoming improvements to the search feature while also emphasizing the app’s commitment to direct users seeking specific health information, such as “long COVID,” to authoritative sources like the CDC website.

Although Threads boasts a significant user base, it is smaller in comparison to X, which currently hosts approximately 550 million monthly active users. With Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg optimistic about Threads’ potential, speculation suggests it could emerge as Meta’s next billion-user app in the coming years, TechCrunch reports.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Unveils Plan: X Premium Users to Enjoy First Access to Chatbot Grok

November 4, 2023, 3:00 pm

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI Grok, is set to unveil its services to a limited user group, as announced by the tech magnate on social media. The selective release of the AI platform starts today, with Musk touting the initial AI model as one of the most advanced available. Once the system transitions out of the early beta phase, access will extend to all subscribers of the X Premium+ service, which, according to Techcrunch, costs $16 monthly for an ad-free experience on the platform.

In order to set the Grok system apart from other AI models, Musk emphasized its distinct advantages, highlighting its real-time data access through the X platform. He also acknowledged the system’s unexpected incorporation of sarcasm in its responses, expressing surprise at its development direction.

The startup, headed by Musk and a team of experts from major tech companies and research institutions, is advised by Dan Hendrycks from the Center for AI Safety. Musk’s AI ambitions have grown since the billionaire’s split with ChatGPT developer OpenAI co-founders Sam Altman and Ilya Sutskever several years ago, the Techcrunch report claimed.

India, EU, and 27 Other Nations Pledge to Address AI Risks; first international declaration

November 2, 2023, 3:10 pm

Representatives from nearly 28 countries, including India, and the European Union signed the “Bletchley Park Declaration” during a meeting in the United Kingdom, demonstrating their commitment to collaboratively address the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI).

The participating nations included Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, the Netherlands, Nigeria, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, Rwanda, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union.

The declaration, titled “The Bletchley Declaration,” issued a stern warning regarding the potential threats posed by highly advanced “frontier” artificial intelligence systems. It underscored the need for AI to be designed, developed, and utilized in a safe, human-centric, trustworthy, and responsible manner for the benefit of all.

According to the official page for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s office on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), leading AI nations have reached a world-first agreement on AI safety. “The Bletchley Park Declaration sees 28 countries agree on opportunities, risks, and the need for international action on frontier AI systems that pose the most urgent and dangerous risks,” he expressed.

The declaration acknowledged the profound global opportunities and transformative potential of AI across various aspects of daily life, including housing, employment, transport, education, health, accessibility, justice, and more. It emphasized the importance of addressing AI safety, human rights, transparency, explainability, fairness, accountability, regulation, safety, human oversight, ethics, bias mitigation, privacy, and data protection.

Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar, speaking at the AI Safety Summit 2023 in the UK, highlighted India’s approach to AI, which prioritizes openness, safety, trust, and accountability. He underscored the significance of international collaboration in navigating the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging technologies like AI. ” The minister emphasized that India sees AI as “the next big opportunity. “We are extremely clear in our minds on the mitigation of what AI and indeed any emerging technology can and will represent—a prism of openness, safety, trust, and accountability,” he added.

The historic summit at Bletchley Park, attended by prominent figures like tech billionaire Elon Musk, sought to foster a shared understanding of AI-related risks and initiate global efforts to mitigate these risks. According to ANI, this collaborative effort demonstrates the growing recognition of AI’s impact on society and the need for responsible development and governance.