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Woman gets 2 MacBooks from her previous jobs, calls it ‘perk of working at failed startups’
A woman’s viral X post claiming she kept two MacBooks from startups that shut down has sparked a debate online, with users divided over whether it’s a real “perk” or a reflection of startup uncertainty
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Bengaluru cardiologist flags high cholesterol in young adults, says cases rising daily
A Bengaluru cardiologist’s viral X post highlights a worrying rise in dangerously high LDL cholesterol among young adults, with cases now being detected daily through routine health check-ups
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‘Looks like Kashmir’: Viral video shows Bikaner field covered in hail after Rajasthan storm
A viral video from Rajasthan’s Bikaner shows a field in Arjunsar covered in a snow-like layer of hail after a sudden storm, as unseasonal rain and gusty winds triggered by a western disturbance sweep parts of the state, sparking climate change concerns
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‘Police Mamalu’ WhatsApp group tipped off drunk drivers in Telangana, busted after cop infiltrates chat
A WhatsApp group called ‘Police Mamalu’ that shared real-time updates on drunk-and-drive checkpoints in Telangana was busted after a traffic SI joined the group and warned members with a video message
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MP coach takes Rs 10 lakh loan to build girls’ team, leads them to Indian Women’s League Tier 2
A 36-year-old coach from Madhya Pradesh risked Rs 10 lakh in personal loans to train underprivileged girls and they repaid him with a historic entry into IWL Tier 2.
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‘Every interaction feels like negotiation’: Man compares Bengaluru with Mumbai in viral post
A viral post on X comparing everyday interactions in Bengaluru and Mumbai has reignited the long-standing metro debate, with users sharing contrasting experiences on friendliness, professionalism and city culture.
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Mumbai man sells flat for Rs 5 crore bought at same price in 2019, calls it ‘highly profitable’
A Mumbai-based CA’s viral post reveals how a Rs 5 crore flat bought in 2019 and sold at the same price in 2026 was still considered “highly profitable”, sparking debate on rent savings, capital preservation, and real returns in real estate.
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‘Monitor Gulf war from your villa’: Dubai realtor’s Strait of Hormuz pitch goes viral, sparks outrage
A Dubai-based realtor’s viral video promoting villas with a view of the Strait of Hormuz, amid rising West Asia tensions has sparked backlash online, with many questioning the use of geopolitical conflict as a marketing pitch.
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Bengaluru continues to top user base on extra-marital app in India as Gleeden crosses 4M users
Bengaluru accounts for the highest share of users on Gleeden in India, followed by Hyderabad, as the discreet dating platform crosses 4 million users, reflecting changing relationship trends in urban India.
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'Focus on farming and...': Laid-off Oracle techie earning Rs 37 LPA stuns internet by revealing his future plans
Laid off after a decade at Oracle, a Rs 37 LPA tech professional chose farming over another IT job, his calm response and career shift have gone viral on X, sparking conversations around financial freedom and life beyond the corporate grind.
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‘KitKat in Keralam': Tourism department says it looked for the missing chocolates in backwaters, hills and beaches
A viral chocolate heist involving over 12 tonnes of KitKat bars in Europe has sparked witty reactions online, with Kerala Tourism stealing the spotlight. Its playful post claiming it checked backwaters, beaches, and hills for the missing shipment has amused users and added a humorous twist to the incident.
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‘Why didn’t you stand?’: Karnataka man watching Project Hail Mary punched in theatre, post goes viral
A Mysuru man has alleged that he was assaulted inside a movie theatre after he chose not to stand during the national anthem before a screening of Project Hail Mary. His detailed account of the incident has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage and debate around personal choice and patriotism.
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‘Aapke bag mein haathi hai’: Airport scan flags founder's luggage, internet in splits
An Indian techie based in Singapore was stopped at airport security after an X-ray scan showed an elephant-like shape in his bag. The suspicious object turned out to be a harmless souvenir, and his viral X post describing the incident has left social media users amused.
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‘Ah, those were the days’: Shashi Tharoor, Jairam Ramesh recall college memories over viral 1974 IIT Bombay photo
A 1974 photograph shared by IIT Bombay Alumni Association has sparked nostalgia among Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Jairam Ramesh, who recalled their college festival days in Delhi University.
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UP man hosts his own final rites ritual while alive fearing loneliness, 1,900 turn up
A 64-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh’s Auraiya organised his own ‘terahvi’ feast while alive, citing loneliness and fear that no one would perform his last rites after death; nearly 1,900 people attended, sparking debate on elderly isolation.
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Ex-MP Sumalatha Ambareesh slams Swiggy for ‘overcharging’ pongal, viral post sparks debate
Actor and former MP Sumalatha Ambareesh has questioned food delivery platform Swiggy after claiming she was charged Rs 273 for a dish priced at Rs 115, sparking a wider debate on pricing transparency, platform fees, and rising costs on food delivery apps.
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Hyderabad vs Bengaluru: Viral post by woman sparks debate on best city to live and spend time
A Bengaluru-based woman’s viral post after visiting Hyderabad has reignited the debate over which city offers a better lifestyle, highlighting differences in infrastructure, traffic, job opportunities, and overall quality of life.
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American Airlines puts passengers on buses after selling flight tickets, says ‘it’s normal’
Passengers who booked flights with American Airlines were surprised to find themselves travelling by bus on select routes, as part of its Landline service.
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Bengaluru woman claims multiple phones stolen during RCB vs SRH match at Chinnaswamy
A Bengaluru woman has alleged that several spectators lost their mobile phones during the RCB vs SRH match at Chinnaswamy Stadium, claiming a possible organised theft pattern and raising concerns over security and police response at crowded IPL venues.
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Mumbai auto driver earns Rs 2,500 a day after expenses, viral video sparks income debate
A viral video of a Mumbai autorickshaw driver claiming to earn Rs 2,500 daily after expenses and around Rs 75,000 a month has sparked a heated debate online over whether traditional white-collar careers still define success in India.
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‘We take things for granted in India’: Bengaluru founder contrasts healthcare with US after dog bite
A founder’s viral X post comparing his quick access to a rabies vaccine in India after a dog bite with his friend’s struggle to find one in the US has sparked a wider debate on healthcare accessibility, efficiency, and public health systems.
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‘Househelp gone, panic on’: Maids in urban India head back to villages amid lockdown rumours
Lockdown rumours in urban India trigger panic as domestic workers begin returning to their villages, with viral social media posts highlighting how misinformation is impacting daily life despite no official announcement.
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'Exceptional taste': KitKat’s savage reply to 12 tonnes of chocolate theft in Europe goes viral, bars remain untraced
Over 12 tonnes of KitKat chocolate bars went missing in Europe after a truck carrying more than 4 lakh bars disappeared en route from Italy to Poland, with Nestlé’s witty response and viral internet reactions turning the unusual heist into a global talking point.
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AI enters religion: ‘Robot monk’ in Japan goes viral, delivers Buddhist sermons at Kyoto temple
AI-powered ‘Buddharoid’ robot monk unveiled at Shoren-in Temple in Kyoto goes viral, sparking global debate on the role of artificial intelligence in religion and the future of spiritual teachings.
