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WhatsApp introduces View Once for secure sharing. Send sensitive photos, videos, or codes that vanish after one view. This protects your data from permanent storage. Use it for IDs, passwords, or temporary location details. While it reduces risk, be cautious of screenshots. Always verify recipients before sending. This feature offers temporary access, not absolute security.

A Pune-based software engineer was defrauded of Rs 62 lakh by cybercriminals who lured him into online share trading with promises of high returns. After being added to a messaging group, the victim invested in shares through an app provided by the group admin.

Days before Tamil Nadu election results, AICC's Girish Chodankar declared Congress will no longer be a neutral player, demanding a role in government or opposition for party growth. This follows DMK rejecting power-sharing demands during seat talks, causing internal discontent. Chodankar expressed confidence in the DMK-led alliance forming the government, while DMK reiterated power sharing is off the table.

Odisha and Chhattisgarh have submitted a joint report on Mahanadi water availability to the Water Disputes Tribunal, marking a significant step towards resolving the long-standing sharing dispute. Both state Chief Ministers have approved the report, which the tribunal acknowledged as progress. A consensus has been reached on some issues, with further discussions planned for the next hearing on May 30.

South Korea's spy agency said on Friday it would boost drone-related data sharing with the army to strengthen responses to "evolving" threats. South Korea's spy agency said on Friday that it had signed an agreement with the army "to strengthen (our) drone security capabilities and jointly respond to evolving drone threats".

In a remarkable turn of events, the UDF achieved an unprecedented assembly victory thanks to a major shift in the vote share. The Congress and IUML bolstered their positions significantly, while the CPM and CPI faced downturns.

An Austrian backpacker's fears of Indian Railways' sleeper class were dispelled when she found camaraderie and sang sacred chants with fellow passengers. Contrary to alarming tales, Chiara experienced warmth and safety on multiple journeys, sharing her positive adventure online. Her viral story highlights the unexpected hospitality found on Indian trains, challenging negative perceptions.

Thinly-Spread Rise In Vote Share Makes Cong Lose Seats

Location tagging in photos, often enabled by default in advanced smartphones, poses a privacy risk when shared. Google Photos allows users to control these settings, preventing unintentional disclosure of personal locations. By reviewing and disabling location sharing for specific photos or albums, you can protect your digital footprint while still sharing memories.

State Bank of India reported a 6% rise in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 19,684 crore, driven by improved asset quality and lower bad loans. Despite this, total income saw a slight decline, and net interest margins compressed, leading to a drop in operating profit and a subsequent fall in SBI's stock price.

BJP saw significant gains in assembly constituencies with substantial voter list deletions (SIR). The party's seat tally rose considerably in areas with over 25,000 deletions, and even more dramatically in those with fewer deletions.

BJP Fought In Fewer Seat, Polled 17L More Votes Than Cong

A casual dorm room question in 2011 sparked Snapchat's creation, addressing user fears of digital permanence. This ephemeral photo-sharing app, built on temporary content, revolutionized online communication by reducing psychological stress and social costs. Its simplicity and alignment with user needs made it a trendsetter, influencing other platforms and proving that observation can be more impactful than complex innovation.

In a remarkable display of electoral strength, Assam's election revealed that 108 out of 126 winners achieved more than half of the votes cast. The trend was similarly seen in the opposition, where 17 of 24 contenders also exceeded the significant 50% threshold. Notably, BJP’s Kaushik Rai shone brightly in Lakhipur with an outstanding 81.

The assembly elections in Thrissur district were nothing short of thrilling, with LDF and UDF locking horns in a tight race characterized by a mere 0.11% difference in vote share. LDF's triumph in securing nine seats overtook UDF's four, marking a significant moment.

Maruti Suzuki India has surged to a 42% market share in April, its highest in FY2026-27, driven by record domestic sales of over 1.91 lakh units. Strong demand across segments, particularly a 141.6% year-on-year jump in SUV sales and a significant recovery in entry-level cars, propelled this impressive start to the fiscal year.

Bollywood actress Ileana D'Cruz shared a candid moment of her breastfeeding journey, calling it "whatever the heck this phase is." Known for her unfiltered parenting insights, the star recently posted a monochrome video of her attending to her baby, surrounded by scattered essentials.

A BJP victory in Bengal could streamline India-Bangladesh ties, boosting cooperation on water, trade, and security. This alignment offers a chance to revive the stalled Teesta water-sharing deal, a crucial confidence-building measure.

And did BJP gain from voters being deleted under SIR in Bengal?

Instagram's success stemmed from co-founder Kevin Systrom's observation that users primarily engaged with photo sharing. Instead of adding features, he focused on perfecting this core function. This deliberate simplification, driven by user behavior, allowed Instagram to solve a real problem exceptionally well, leading to its rapid growth and iconic status.

Shilpa Shetty shared a humorous International Women's Day video with her son, highlighting a mother's perspective. Earlier, the actress documented her spiritual journey and love for traditional weaves during her Banaras trip, indulging in local cuisine and visiting revered temples. She also shared glimpses of her Banarasi saree shopping spree.