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Netflix crashes as Stranger Things 5 finale drops

The highly anticipated finale of Stranger Things 5 caused a global Netflix outage on January 1. Fans worldwide faced login issues, sparking a social media frenzy. Read about the drama and the epic conclusion.

France Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s from 2026

French President Macron proposes a ban on social media for children under 15 from September 2026. The plan includes age verification and parental consent. Learn the details and global implications.

Gig Workers Strike: Global Rights & India's Status

As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?

Wakhra Swag Unites Jalandhar NGOs and Businesses

The Wakhra Swag platform in Jalandhar bridges NGOs and businesses, boosting social impact through collaboration. Discover how this initiative is changing the local service landscape.

Govt to Tech Firms: Don't Host Obscene, Vulgar Content

The Ministry of Electronics and IT has issued a strict advisory to online platforms, including social media, demanding immediate removal of obscene content and a review of compliance frameworks. Read the full story.

Instagram Outage Hits Users, India Unaffected

Instagram experienced a brief service disruption, with over 180 complaints in the US. Users reported login and feed access problems. Indian users remained unaffected. Read for details.

Tamil composer GV Prakash loses Rs 20k to X scam

Tamil music composer GV Prakash Kumar lost Rs 20,000 to an emotional scam on X. The fraudster used a fake death story. Learn how to protect yourself from such social media fraud.

Indian Army Allows Limited Social Media Use for Soldiers

The Indian Army relaxes its blanket ban on social media, permitting over 11.5 lakh soldiers limited use of apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Signal under strict guidelines. Learn about the new policy's key rules.

Indian Army's New Social Media Policy: Key Restrictions

The Indian Army has issued a new policy for personnel's use of social media apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and X. Key rules include view-only access on some platforms and strict messaging guidelines. Read the full details here.

AWS Denies Causing Christmas Gaming Outage

Amazon Web Services refutes claims it caused the Christmas Eve outage affecting Steam, Fortnite. Thousands of users in India and US reported issues. Read the full story.

Haryana Colleges Told to Curb Social Media Misuse

Haryana's higher education department mandates all colleges and universities to monitor their social media handles to prevent misuse and ensure compliance with UGC guidelines. Learn the new directives.

Australia's Social Media Ban: Can India Replicate It?

Australia's landmark ban on social media for users under 16 sparks global debate. We examine its feasibility in India, the massive challenges, and potential alternatives to an outright ban. Explore the future of online safety for minors.

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