Social Media and all ‘intermediaries’ – every entity that helps transmit data or store data online – stand to lose with the new ‘unconstitutional’ social media framework and guidelines, experts say. Bangalore: M V Rajeev Gowda, a former member of parliament in the Rajya Sabha and a national spokesperson for the Indian National Congress, said […]
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Plans to go abroad get foiled while plans to return get postponed as India goes through the lockdown amidst the second wave. The Indian economy stands to lose with a lower number of international migrants. Bangalore: Preeti Pathak, a citizen of the United Kingdom, came back to India in February to visit her mother-in-law, who […]
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Stand-up comedians use social media to help their followers through the financial crisis. Bengaluru: It has been difficult for Rakshan Verma since the first wave of Covid-19. His parents, who are ill, have been struggling to pay their medical bills. Vardaan was delighted when he saw Rohan Joshi’s Instagram post asking followers to leave a […]
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Twitter has said that violating its rules would mean indulging in violence, harassment and behavior that discourages people from expressing themselves, diminishing the value of global public conversation. Bangalore: Twitter suspended actress Kangana Ranuat’s account, on Tuesday, May 4 morning stating the actor violated Twitter’s rules. The actress had tweeted on May 4 criticizing the […]
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Sheroes Hangout café, the only chain in India employing and rehabilitating acid attack survivors, has not survived the pandemic. Bangalore : Sheroes café closed down because of the heavy losses incurred since the pandemic began, said Sujanya, the administration in-charge. The cafe’s branches are in Agra and Lucknow, and employed around 30 acid attack survivors. […]
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As art went online due to the pandemic, artists and collectors suffered a blow limiting their experience. However, going online has turned out to be beneficial for auctioneers and authentic art houses. Bengaluru: Auction houses and art antique stores stayed afloat amidst the pandemic by moving their businesses online. This allowed them to stay connected […]
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Schools around Bangalore assure safety; however, students are often reckless with the rules. Parents find it hard to relax as their children attend classes every day. Bangalore : At 3:30 pm when the school bell rings to mark the end of the day, students crowd outside to chat with one another. Without masks or sanitizers, […]
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Sporting events across the nation have resumed under the condition that they ensure compliance with government guidelines. Athletes find it hard to play close quarters contact sports while adhering to the protocols. Bengaluru: A ball soars over to left field as three boys, two in blue and one in black, chase after it. The one […]
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Analysis of a survey shows not just an increase in time spent on social media applications in the lockdown, but also a surge in social media users. This increased usage has left an adverse impact on people as they struggle to break the cycle of mindless scrolling. Bangalore: A quick survey revealed that several people […]
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Acid is available in various over-the-counter stores across Lucknow for as little as Rs. 200 with no regulations followed. Acid attack survivors aren’t happy. Lucknow: Acid remains easily attainable across the city despite strict regulations imposed by the Supreme Court. “We sell a bottle of acid for Rs. 200,” said Raj, owner of a small […]
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