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WhatsApp is strengthening account protection with a new set of security features designed to make it harder for scammers and attackers to take control of user accounts. The latest changes include support for multiple passkeys, stronger two-step verification credentials and additional information abo...

WhatsApp Useful Features: Most people open WhatsApp to send messages, make calls or share photos and videos. However, the app has expanded far beyond basic communication. Features such as digital payments, AI assistance, large-file sharing, Channels and personal messaging can make it useful for seve...

Raksha Bandhan AI Photo: Instead of sending the same Happy Raksha Bandhan message on WhatsApp this year, you can create something far more personal. AI image tools can transform an ordinary brother-sister photograph into a festive 3D-style Raksha Bandhan portrait with traditional outfits, rakhi de...

In astrology, Mars is considered the commander-in-chief of the nine planets. Mars is primarily considered the planet of energy, courage, bravery, grounding, and strong willpower. A strong or elevated Mars in a person's horoscope leads to a highly effective and successful life. Such people remain u...

Smartphones often contain many private photos and videos that we don't want to share with everyone. So, there's no need to download a separate app. Most Android and iPhone devices already have built-in features that allow you to hide private photos and videos.How to hide photos and videos on Android...

Excessive humidity in the air can cause hair to become frizzy, dry, lifeless, and the scalp can also become sticky, making hair difficult to manage.With a few simple habits, you can keep your hair healthy and well-managed even in humid weather.Make sure your hair is moisturizedCondition your hair wi...

There's important news for State Bank of India customers. If you withdraw money from an ATM multiple times a month, you may now incur a charge. The bank has made a significant change to its cash withdrawal rules for Basic Savings Bank Deposit account holders. These new rules will take effect on Octo...

Today, Facebook isn't just a platform for staying connected with friends and family, but it's also become a source of income for content creators. Specifically, through Facebook Reels, creators can earn income in various ways by sharing their videos with a large audience. However, to start earning,...

There is good news for the youth who are dreaming of getting a job in the banking sector. The application process for recruitment to 2482 posts of Local Bank Officer in Bank of Baroda has started from today. Interested and eligible graduate candidates can fill their form till 07 September, 2026.&nbs...

Many Facebook users don't want others to know they're currently online. If you'd like to keep your online activity private, you can turn off Facebook's Active Status feature. This way, your friends and Messenger contacts won't see an online or active symbol next to your name.What is Active Status?Fa...

Kisan Credit Card (KCC) is an important scheme to provide financial assistance to farmers to meet the rising costs of farming, seeds, fertilizers, farming equipment, and other needs. In Budget 2025-26, the central government announced an increase in the loan limit under KCC from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 la...

Big news has come for central government employees and pensioners. According to information released on August 18, the Union Cabinet has approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA). Following this decision, the DA of central government employees will increase from 58 percent to 60 perce...

The Meteorological Department has issued a rain and storm alert today in 15 states of the country including Rajasthan. Along with Rajasthan, the Meteorological Department has issued an alert of heavy rain and strong storm in the national capital New Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttarakhan...

Scenic Airports in India: These airports turn the final few minutes of a flight into a travel experience, offering views of Himalayan ranges, green valleys, rivers, lagoons and tropical islands.For many travellers, the most exciting part of a flight begins just before touchdown. As an aircraft desce...

Laptop Speed Tips: A laptop that once felt fast can gradually become frustratingly slow. Programs may take longer to launch, switching between apps may cause lag, and even simple tasks such as browsing the web can begin to feel sluggish. While upgrading RAM or buying a new laptop might seem like the...

The US has claimed that more than 40 countries, including India, are helping China evade Trump's tariffs by operating an alleged shadow trans-shipment network in collaboration with China.PM Modi and Donald TrumpRelations between India and the United States continue to fluctuate. The Unit...

Google Pay SBI Card: Google Pay and SBI have jointly launched a new card. This card comes with many benefits. Let's explore its features.Google Pay and SBI jointly launched a new card.Google Pay and SBI Card: Credit cards are used by every second person these days. People use them specif...

Google is deeply woven into the daily lives of billions of people. Whether it's searching for information, sending emails, watching videos, using maps, or accessing AI-powered tools, the company's services are used across the globe every day. But have you ever wondered how much money Google actually...

Google Maps Tips: Google Maps has become an essential navigation tool for millions of drivers, but its usefulness goes far beyond finding the fastest route. The app includes several built-in features that can help reduce fuel consumption, estimate toll costs, and even alert drivers about speed limit...

Microsoft Project Perception: Microsoft is coming up with a new AI agenting security system, which will be able to detect cyber attacks before they happen and provide protection.Microsoft Project Perception: With the advent of AI, cybersecurity is facing new challenges. Hackers are using...

The US has accused Chinese companies of copying American models through distillation, a charge Beijing has responded to, calling these accusations false.China threatens US with retaliation.China has directly threatened the US that it will retaliate if its AI companies are banned in the...

FIFA World Cup 2026: The Spanish team that won the FIFA World Cup has received a bumper prize of $50 million (about Rs 481 crore), but now America also has a share in this amount.FIFA World Cup: Trump eyes Spain's prize moneySpain FIFA World Cup prize money: Spain won the FIFA World Cup...

There's good news for millions of EPFO account holders. From the main portal to the UAN portal, the EPFO has begun modernization work. The EPFO will soon offer a special gift to its members. According to an official source from the Ministry of Labor, the EPFO may launch an AI-based chatbot s...

Selfie video for Google Account: Google has introduced a new feature that lets you save a selfie video for account recovery. This will come in handy if you forget your password.Selfie video for Google Account: Google has rolled out a new featureSelfie video for Google Account: Now you ca...

LinkedIn AI Post Trend: According to research by Pangram, 40% of long-form posts on LinkedIn were created by AI. From career advice to guidance, it claims that most posts were written entirely by AI or with AI assistance.AI takes over social media.LinkedIn AI Post Trend: Nowadays, the us...

Premchand Godha: Premchand Godha is the managing director of pharmaceutical company Ipca Laboratories, but there was a time when he used to be the CA of Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan.The story of Premchand Godha, who was Amitabh Bachchan's CA, rising from rags to riches.Amit...

The controversy between Bollywood actor Salman Khan and his ex-girlfriend Somy Ali has once again come into the spotlight. This time, Somy Ali has made some new allegations, claiming that she advised Salman Khan to apologize to the Bishnoi community.In an interview with Nidhi Vasandani, Somi Ali sai...

Two teams have reached the final stage of their FIFA World Cup title race. Spain and Argentina have already reached the final. Riding on a magical performance from Lionel Messi, defending champions Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the second semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday night....

Many employees worry that leaving their job early will stop their EPF savings from growing. Here's what the EPFO rules say about interest, withdrawals, and inactive accounts.Employees often have questions about what happens to their Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) account after leaving a job, especi...

Gold prices declined across several Indian cities on July 17, while silver also extended its downward trend. Here's the latest city-wise price list and the factors influencing the bullion market.Gold prices witnessed another decline on July 17, offering some relief to buyers after weeks of elevated...

PhonePe continues to lead India's UPI ecosystem by transaction volume, followed by Google Pay and Paytm, according to the latest NPCI data. Here's a detailed look at the numbers and the proposed changes to UPI transaction charges.Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has transformed the way Indians make...

While vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal-based foods, vegetables rich in folate, iron, and other essential nutrients can support healthy blood cell production and overall wellness. Here's what to include in your diet.Maintaining good health requires a balanced intake of vitamins and minerals,...

Consumer Commission rules in favour of vehicle owner after repeated engine issues; automaker directed to replace the car or refund the purchase amountA consumer dispute involving E20 petrol has led to a significant ruling in Chhattisgarh, where the Raipur District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commiss...

Many people today struggle with common hair concerns such as excessive hair fall, slow hair growth, dandruff, dryness, and thinning hair. Factors like stress, pollution, unhealthy eating habits, frequent heat styling, and chemical-based hair products can gradually affect scalp health and weaken hair...

If Instagram has suddenly stopped working, don't panic. Whether the app keeps crashing, your feed won't load, Reels refuse to play, or messages aren't being delivered, the issue is often easy to resolve. In many cases, problems are caused by internet connectivity, outdated app versions, temporary so...

Astrological beliefs suggest that the special alignment between Saturn and Mars on July 19 could create opportunities for progress, financial stability, and career advancement for a few zodiac signs.Labh Drishti Yog 2026: According to traditional Vedic astrology, planetary movements and their angula...

Here's what numerology predicts for people with Birth Numbers 1 to 9 in terms of money, career, and financial decisions today.Numerology Horoscope Today (July 17): According to numerology, a person's birth number is believed to influence personality traits and may offer symbolic guidance for daily l...

EPFO members are advised to upload their latest profile photo on the UAN Member Portal to ensure smooth access to e-Nomination and online claim services.EPFO Update: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has advised members to upload a recent passport-size profile photo on the Unified Me...

TDS Refund: If excess TDS has been deducted from your salary and the tax liability is less, then a TDS refund can be obtained by filing an ITR as per the prescribed procedure.How to get back the TDS deducted from salary?Income Tax Return: If TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is deducted from...

China Brain Chip Implant: China has taken the lead in brain chip implantation. Doctors here have implanted a chip in a patient's brain for the first time commercially.China Brain Chip Implant: China has won the race in brain chip implantation.China Brain Chip Implant: China has taken the...

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in the Delhi High Court has raised concerns over the alleged misuse of Instagrams copyright reporting system. The petition claims that fake copyright complaints are being used to suspend creators accounts and later demand money to restore them.The issue has...

China Companionship Economy: In China, people are paying to hire companions to overcome loneliness. This new trend of the companionship economy is becoming increasingly popular among young people.Loneliness is being overcome by paying money in China.China Companionship Economy: You've of...

Anthropic Claude: Anthropic's study has revealed that its Claude model uses polite and civilized language while answering questions asked in Hindi, whereas this is not the case in English.Anthropic Claude shows more warmth when answeringAnthropic Claude: If you ask Anthropic 's AI model,...

Meta Withdraws Muse AI Tool That Used Public Instagram Photos After Widespread Privacy CriticismMeta has rolled back a controversial feature from its recently introduced Muse AI image generator after facing strong criticism from users and privacy advocates. The removed feature allowed AI-generated i...

Meta AI Detection Tool: Meta recently previewed an AI detection tool, and it failed in initial trials. The tool failed to recognize cropped AI-generated images.Meta AI Detection Tool failed to recognize its own image.Meta AI Detection Tool: Meta's new AI detection tool failed to recogniz...

Torrential rains wreaked havoc across the country. Several states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Gujarat, have reported numerous deaths due to flooding, accidents, and lightning strikes, while a red alert has been issued.great rainTorrential rains wre...

Rainfall in Himachal: Heavy rain has been continuing in Himachal's Sirmaur district for the past 36 hours. The rain has caused damage in many parts of the state. Rivers and streams are also in spate.Incessant rainfall has severely disrupted normal life in Himachal Pradesh. Chief Mi...

IRCTC New Website: The wait for IRCTC's new website may soon be over. The website will go live by July 15th. Before that, its beta version will be launched soonBeta version of IRCTC New Website will be launched soon.IRCTC New Website: Indian Railways is preparing to launch its new website soon...

Giridih News : A newlywed woman in Giridih died under suspicious circumstances a month after her wedding. Family members have alleged dowry murder, while police are awaiting the post-mortem report and investigating.Suspicious death of newly married woman in GiridihA newly married woman d...

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has announced her return to her country. Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh in 2024 due to the anti-government student protests and came to India.Sheikh Hasina announced her return to Bangladesh.Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has announ...