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'Are you Dead?': Chinese safety app for people living alone goes viral. How it works
The app, titled Are You Dead?, operates on a simple mechanism. Users are prompted to press a large on-screen button once every two days to confirm they are safe. If a check-in is missed, the app automatically sends an alert to a pre-selected emergency contact, warning that the user may be in distress.
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Bengaluru entrepreneur questions Indian founders’ ego, says US startup leaders show more humility. See post
'What’s with Indian founders and their ego?' Shubh Agrawal wrote while introducing his account. He said he had contacted several founders and chief executives he admired, adding that while many were willing to engage, he observed what he described as a noticeable difference in behaviour between Indian founders and those based abroad.
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Women more likely to feel maths anxiety, with effects passing to daughters: Study by Sunak–Murty charity
The findings come from a survey carried out by the Richmond Project, an organisation established to improve numeracy skills and confidence across age groups. The results were first reported by The Sunday Times ahead of the report’s formal release next week.
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'India is not the X of Y': Canada man questions habit of comparing Indian cities to western counterparts
Caleb Friesen highlighted how travel vloggers and content creators frequently describe Indian destinations using foreign references, such as the 'Switzerland of India', the 'Scotland of the East', or 'Mini Europe'. He cited examples ranging from Pondicherry to Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir, arguing that such descriptions reduce Indian locations to comparisons rather than recognising them on their own terms.
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Swiggy delivery agent falls on his face from moving train after delivering order. Internet shocked
The incident occurred when the delivery agent boarded the Prashanti Express to fulfil a food order placed by a passenger travelling in the first AC coach. Food delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato offer train-based deliveries by allowing passengers to enter their PNR details.
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Indian techie who grew up below poverty line set to retire at 34 to travel full-time: 'Be your own Santa'
In a detailed post, the individual said he was raised in severe financial hardship in a small village in India, where his family struggled to meet basic needs. He stated that his early life was marked by instability and limited resources, before his entry into the semiconductor industry changed his circumstances.
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Venezuelans, who fled to US, send memes in prison mail to former dictator Nicolas Maduro
The tweet was posted by Polymarket, a page on X, and included images of a letter that had been mailed to Nicolas Maduro while he is being held in prison. The images showed the envelope and an inserted meme, with supporters of the Venezuelan diaspora appearing to use humour as a form of protest against Maduro’s rule.
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This CEO spends close to Rs 3,00,000 weekly on staff lunches: 'Culture isn’t just about perks'
In an Instagram post, John Hu explained that the weekly expenditure was for meals shared with his team of 30 employees, and said it had tangible benefits for how the company operated. The lunches were not part of formal meetings but rather an opportunity for staff to connect in a relaxed setting.
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'I can’t enjoy my city anymore': Udaipur resident calls over-tourism 'draining', sparks discussion
In the post, the resident described feeling overwhelmed by the number of visitors and said daily life in the city had become increasingly difficult. Traffic conditions were singled out as a major concern, with the user stating that congestion had reached an unmanageable level across large parts of the city.
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Doctor reveals pressure on emergency wards after family of 3-year-old with broken wrist confronts him
The incident was described by Dr Priyam, a medicine resident, who said it took place around noon when a family arrived at the Medicine Casualty department carrying a three-year-old child whose wrist appeared visibly deformed following a fall. According to the post, the child was crying continuously and was accompanied by four or five relatives, who demanded immediate treatment.
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Elon Musk's pic with twin children goes viral. X chief shares Indian reference behind son Sekhar's name
The image showed Musk with his son and daughter and was accompanied by a caption attributed to him that read: 'Elon Musk ‘Bringing a child into the world is a statement of optimism. We need to restore hope and excitement for the future—I believe it will surpass the past.''
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Indian stray dog joins Buddhist monks on 3,700 km peace walk across US. Meet Aloka
The monks encountered Aloka during an earlier peace walk in India, where the dog began following them and remained with the group for more than 100 days. The bond formed during that period continued beyond national borders, with Aloka later joining the monks on their US journey.
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Eat and listen: CES 2026 debuts lollipop that sends music through teeth. Here's how
Lava Tech Brands described the product as a low-cost, short-use audio item rather than a durable speaker intended for long-term ownership. Each unit was priced at $8.99 (Rs 807.64) approximately, and paired a specific flavour with a specific artist and song selection.
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Dosa batter vendor in Bengaluru works two shifts to support family, educate daughter. Heartwarming post
The account was shared on X by Bengaluru-based investor Sandeep R, who said he had been a regular customer of the vendor, identified as Raju, for nearly 15 years. In the post, Sandeep R described Raju’s long-standing work schedule and personal circumstances, which prompted widespread responses online.
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Startup founder backs Deepinder Goyal, says time as Zomato delivery agent shaped career: 'Unapologetically'
Suraj Biswas wrote that during 2020–21, before his college schedule was fully underway and prior to launching Assessli, he worked as a Zomato delivery partner in Bengaluru. Describing that phase of his life, he wrote: 'Not a story for sympathy. A story of independence, dignity, and opportunity.'
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Japan insecticide company holds memorial service for insects killed during product testing
According to a report by South China Morning Post, the ceremony took place in December at Myohoji Temple in Hyogo prefecture in southern Japan. Approximately 100 employees from Earth Corporation attended the service, which was organised to acknowledge insects involved in laboratory testing.
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What is 'Perfect February' and why is it trending on X?
The configuration meant that February 2026 contained four Sundays, four Mondays, four Tuesdays, four Wednesdays, four Thursdays, four Fridays and four Saturdays. This consistency led to the informal label 'Perfect February', which gained traction across posts, screenshots and memes shared on X.
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Man chats with restaurant manager over dosa, discovers he spent 16 years at ISRO. Here's why he quit
The clip, posted on Instagram, featured the man speaking about his professional journey and explaining why he chose to leave his scientific career after 16 years.
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Restaurant owner’s sharp reply to Indian woman’s Google review sparks debate: 'We don't cater to your taste'
The incident came to light after a post shared by X user @whizwang featured images of the original review along with the restaurant owner’s reply. The post later gained significant traction on the platform.
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Netherlands employee sends mail at 6 am, gets apology from employer over 'pressure': 'They called a meeting'
According to the user, the early-morning email prompted the management to arrange a meeting to assess whether he was experiencing undue stress related to work responsibilities. During the discussion, the company reportedly expressed regret if its expectations had led him to feel compelled to work outside standard hours.
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Facial recognition at Mumbai airport flags identical twins, DigiYatra responds: 'Judwa logon ke liye...'
The incident was highlighted in a video shared on Instagram by Prashant Menon, who said that he and his twin brother were both registered users of DigiYatra and had attempted to enter the airport together using the facial recognition facility.
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Rajasthan burglary attempt fails after thief gets stuck in exhaust fan opening. Watch
The incident took place at the residence of Subhash Kumar Rawat while he was away travelling to Khatushyamji on January 3. According to the information available, Rawat’s wife returned to the house in the early hours of the following day and unlocked the main gate at around 1 am.
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Public artwork of women in yoga poses defaced in Gwalior, video goes viral: 'Not safe even in graffiti'
A video documenting the defaced wall surfaced on X, formerly known as Twitter, and prompted widespread reaction. The images showed that the silhouettes, which were otherwise minimal and without facial features or detailing, had been targeted in a manner that drew attention to specific parts of the body.
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Man narrowly escapes accident after nodding off while driving on highway, alerted by other motorists. Video
In the video, other motorists were seen following the vehicle and repeatedly using their horns in an attempt to alert the driver. Horns were also audible for a significant portion of the clip, suggesting sustained efforts by surrounding commuters to draw the man’s attention and prevent a potential collision.
