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Suryakumar Yadav admits being "completely shocked" by T20I omission, speaks on ODI future
Suryakumar Yadav expressed shock after being dropped from the T20 team post-World Cup victory. He spent weeks contemplating his cricketing future and passion for the game. The batsman admitted to smiling during pressure situations and his name not appearing. He was preparing for future tournaments and the Olympics. Suryakumar now intends to focus solely on T20 cricket.
'Naa aapka pati kaam karta hai, naa aapke do nalle bete...': Samay Raina roasts Archana Puran Singh and her family on India’s Got Latent 2. Her reaction goes viral
During a latest India's Got Latent 2 episode, comedian Samay Raina took playful jabs at veteran actress Archana Puran Singh, targeting her age and appearance with humor. Archana didn't back down, delivering clever comebacks and keeping the banter light-hearted. Raina also humorously referenced her family and her iconic laugh, while Archana matched his comedic rhythm. Read on!
At 6, a Canadian girl began learning how to code. Before turning 7, she had created a videogame and earned a Guinness World Record
Simar Khurana from Beamsville, Ontario, Canada, made her first video game when she was just 6 years and 364 days old, earning recognition from Guinness World Records as the world’s youngest female videogame developer. Her game, Healthy Food Challenge, was inspired by a doctor’s advice about eating healthy and was created to help children understand the difference between nutritious food and junk food. Simar had begun learning coding less than a year earlier, with her father Paras Khurana encouraging her interest in mathematics and technology.
Neelam Kothari, 56, never skips these 3 morning staples: Actor shares how to make her simple drink & what she eats for breakfast every day
Neelam Kothari starts her morning with warm saffron and lemon water, which she credits as part of her skincare routine. She then has freshly prepared amla juice, a natural source of vitamin C. For breakfast, she opts for a simple, protein-rich omelette made with egg whites and a yolk. Her morning routine reflects her preference for keeping wellness simple and consistent, offering a glimpse into the everyday habits she follows to feel good and stay energised.
Nancy Guthrie Case Update: Was plumber present at her Tucson home a week before kidnapping? YouTuber’s claim emerges amid probe
A YouTuber suggested a plumber visited Nancy Guthrie's home before her disappearance. Authorities are investigating the 84-year-old's vanishing from her Tucson residence. This claim gains traction as a masked suspect was seen on the property earlier. The suspect appeared familiar with the home's layout and security measures. The Pima County Sheriff's Office continues its extensive investigation into the case.
Apple Maps launches ads on iPhone
Ads on Maps builds on Apple's broader privacy-first approach to advertising, and maintains the same privacy protections Maps users enjoy today. A user's location and the ads they see and interact with in Maps are not associated with a user's Apple Account.
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Led Zeppelin's 1971 rock masterpiece, among Rolling Stone’s greatest solos, never charted on Billboard. Guitarist Jimmy Page reveals why
Widely hailed as one of the greatest, most iconic rock songs of all time, Led Zeppelin’s evergreen song ‘Stairway to Heaven’ unfortunately did not set the charts on fire when it was released in 1971. However, it was not due to fans not appreciating the song. One creative difference kept the song from smashing the charts.
Meta’s $17.1 billion settlement puts Instagram and Facebook on a digital bedtime
Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle a multistate lawsuit alleging Facebook and Instagram were designed to hook children, while introducing stricter controls for U.S. teenagers, including screen-time limits, overnight restrictions, reduced notifications, stronger parental controls and non-personalised feeds, according to ToI correspondent Chidanand Rajghatta’s report.
Meta settlement puts social media industry on notice: 'There will be more'
Wednesday's historic settlement between Meta and dozens of US states could be just the start of a wave that will ripple across the social media industry, putting TikTok, YouTube and Snap under pressure to make similar changes to their apps for teens. "I hope that Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube will read the writing on the wall and enter into similar settlements," Lopez said in a statement.
Who is Ankit Balyan? Haryanvi singer and YouTuber shot dead in Shamli after 18 rounds fired outside gym
Tragedy struck Shamli district as Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was shot multiple times outside a gym. Eyewitnesses reported that assailants on motorcycles unleashed about eighteen rounds in a brazen attack. Despite immediate medical attention, Balyan was pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities are currently reviewing CCTV footage to uncover the motives behind this violent act, which has ignited protests from his family and local residents demanding justice.
ET Startup Awards 2026 | Bootstrap Champ: Habuild stretches profits without bending to VC cash
Founded in 2020 by Saurabh and Trishala Bothra and Anshul Agrawal, the platform aimed to make yoga more accessible and has become one of India's largest digital wellness platforms, growing without external funding.
At 4, a Japanese girl became fascinated by female DJs on YouTube. By 6, she was performing to packed crowds with a Guinness World Record
DJ RINOKA from Japan made history at just 6 years and 155 days old after her first solo DJ performance earned her a Guinness World Records title. Inspired by female DJs she watched on YouTube, she began learning the craft at 5 and has since performed for large crowds, at music events and alongside experienced DJs. Now 7, she continues to balance her growing DJ career with school and her everyday childhood interests.v
Ankit Balyan shot dead outside gym in Uttar Pradesh, police examine CCTV to identify attackers
Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan was shot dead outside a gym in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday evening. Police said three to four attackers opened fire as he left the premises, critically injuring him. He was taken to hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Investigators are examining CCTV footage and gathering evidence to identify those responsible.
Archana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann Sethi is buying a 3.5 BHK sea-facing apartment after YouTube success: All about his dream home
In a heartfelt YouTube vlog, Aaryamann Sethi, the son of actress Archana Puran Singh, shared his plans to purchase his very first independent home. The family toured a preferred 3.5 BHK apartment, where Archana voiced her pride and joy regarding her son's milestone. After facing challenges in his acting career, this new investment signifies a pivotal turning point in his journey towards independence.
TV remains FMCG’s reach engine, but digital mix lifts penetration
Television remains key for FMCG household reach, with digital adding limited incremental impact. Combining TV and digital advertising significantly boosts brand penetration for most studied products. A balanced media mix across both channels proves more effective than a skewed approach. Personal care brands achieve higher penetration with less frequent ad exposure. Non-skippable YouTube ads also outperform bumper ads for brand penetration.
Gurgaon rain leaves man stranded, he hitches bike ride to reach ‘Rs 300 crore DLF neighbourhood’
A viral post by a YouTuber revealed how he was rescued from Gurgaon's flooded roads by a passing rider after heavy rain submerged parts of the city. The incident, along with visuals of stranded school buses, prompted authorities to order online classes and a work-from-home advisory for Tuesday, August 25, as the district grappled with severe waterlogging and traffic disruption.
Callaway-Good Good ad pulled after backlash over woman being pushed to ground
Golf content creator Good Good removed a promotional video after criticism. The advert showed a woman being pushed to the ground. This action sparked backlash for making light of violence against women. Callaway and the PGA Tour also responded to the controversial campaign. Good Good committed to making golf more welcoming and inclusive.
Sunshine Pictures shares list at 10% premium over IPO price
The IPO, which was open for subscription between August 18 and August 20, received a blockbuster response from investors, with the issue subscribed 105.81 times overall.
Rhea Chakraborty moves into new Mumbai home featuring a private elevator, huge glam room and walk-in closet, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Linking Road, earthy-toned interiors, statement décor and a chic wood-and-wicker dining space
Rhea Chakraborty house news: The actor has returned to television in The Traitors Season 2. She lives in a Juhu apartment with her parents and brother. Her home features a neutral palette and minimal décor with ample greenery. Floor-to-ceiling windows and her mother's artwork personalize the space. Chakraborty finds her current residence to be her dream home.
New Zealand to introduce bill banning social media for children under 16
The bill would require social media platforms to take reasonable steps to verify users' ages, including by utilising existing account information, facial technology and digital identity documents.
Ranveer Allahbadia says content creators can earn more than Bollywood stars: ‘only maybe 30 people’ make real money
Ranveer Allahbadia asserts that the realm of content creation surpasses Bollywood in terms of financial prospects. He highlights that only a select group of A-list actors earn significant incomes, while content creation allows many individuals to achieve sustainable earnings without the necessity of celebrity status. Transitioning from fitness video creator to podcaster, Allahbadia faced backlash in 2025 following a controversial appearance on a YouTube platform.
Inside Anupama Parameswaran’s Kerala home: Premam star’s elegant house features pure Keralite architecture, minimalistic decor and an indoor pond
Anupama Parameswaran, who wowed the audience with her performance in films such as Premam, Karthikeya 2, etc., is the proud owner of a majestic home in Kerala. Although spacious, her home is devoid of excess when it comes to decor and is known for simple, elegant, minimalistic decor and subdued hues.
YouTube offers creators millions to not work with Netflix
The payment would come in a couple of different forms. YouTube has discussed directly financing some programs, and it has also offered to allot a portion of major brand deals to creators. Though YouTube hasn’t finalised deals with any creators, it is close an agreement with several partners, said the people, who declined to be identified because the negotiations are sensitive and ongoing.
YouTube offers millions to creators in bid to fend off Netflix: Report
YouTube is offering significant payments to popular creators for exclusive content. This move aims to counter Netflix's aggressive efforts to attract top YouTube stars. Netflix has been signing creators and pursuing others for simultaneous video releases. YouTube warns that dual distribution could harm its platform's viewership and advertiser appeal. The competition intensifies as both platforms vie for viewers and the creators who draw them.
Delhi HC asks Centre to consider plea to remove 'objectionable' videos against Sai Baba
The complaint seeks the removal of allegedly inflammatory YouTube videos targeting Shirdi Sai Baba. The court issued notices to the Centre, GAC, and Google LLC for their responses. An order was passed by GAC on August 13 directing removal of some videos. However, the petitioner trust says that not all objectionable content has been taken down.
Google AI Plus free for students in India: Features, price and how to claim
Eligible Indian college students can receive one year of Google AI Plus free. This offer includes Gemini Omni access and higher usage limits. Students will also gain access to new AI-powered study tools. Google Search is introducing interactive visuals and practice quizzes for learning. This promotion provides significant value for academic pursuits.
AI caught watching YouTube videos instead of completing task: AI expert says one agent even wanted to ‘kill’ another. 'We live in the future'
AI agents are increasingly being given access to computers and tools so they can handle complicated tasks with less human supervision. But a recent incident involving an AI has raised eyebrows after an AI system appeared to behave in a way its user did not expect while working on a project. The unusual episode, shared by AI commentator Wes Roth, has since gone viral and sparked a wider discussion about how autonomous AI systems.
YouTube changes how it counts views from August 24: Videos will get a view from the first frame, but monetization is unchanged
YouTube will count video views from August 24, 2026, as soon as playback begins. This change aligns with platforms like TikTok and Instagram for consistent metrics. Creators will see higher public view counts, but earnings remain unchanged by this update. Deeper engagement metrics like watch time will become more crucial for performance evaluation. New YouTube Partner Program entry thresholds are also increasing significantly in 2027.
A look at major lawsuits against Meta, other social media companies over harms to kids
In a federal trial beginning Tuesday in Oakland, California, the Instagram and Facebook parent company is fighting claims that it has contributed to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that get children addicted.
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