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'To create a winning culture, we need to shake up our routines,' Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri said. He also outlined sweeping changes aimed at breaking away from 'business as usual' and reducing meeting fatigue.

Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri asks employees to return to office full time starting 2026

Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri has told employees that most US staff will be required to return to the office full time starting February 2026. The company is phasing out hybrid work, cutting down meetings, and pushing for more in-person collaboration to boost creativity and productivity.

Hyderabad man builds 17-foot bike using tractor wheels. Watch

Kanyaboyina Sudhakar’s creativity doesn’t stop at the 17-foot bike. In another video, he unveils a suitcase car — a fully functional vehicle that folds into a travel case.

Bengaluru man quits corporate job to drive auto: 'Not scared of starting all over again'

In the video, autodriver Rakesh urges viewers to focus on living and finding meaning beyond money. 'There are other things that are also important. Find value for your life, find true purpose. And come what may, face it, don't run from it, don't hide,' he said.

Instagram brings AI translations in 5 Indian languages along with native fonts

Instagram has added AI translations for five Indian languages and introduced new Indian-language fonts to help creators reach wider audiences and create content in their own scripts. The update improves accessibility and makes the app more local for India’s diverse user base.

How to hide stories from followers on Instagram without removing them in 5 easy steps

Learn how to hide your Instagram stories from specific followers without removing or blocking them. Follow these five simple steps to keep certain posts private while continuing to share normally with everyone else.

Meta buried 'causal' evidence of social media harm, US court filings allege

People who stopped using Facebook for a week reported lower feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness and social comparison, Meta's internal research had found

Indian techie in Japan earns Rs 1.35 lakh a month, takes home Rs 98,000. Video triggers debate

Living expenses for a single person in Tokyo in 2025 are estimated to be between Rs 84,000–Rs 1.96 lakh a month and the techie's take-home salary of Rs 98,000 triggered a debate on whether a fresher can realistically cope with the country’s soaring rents, daily expenses and overall cost of living.

How to recover a hacked Instagram Account on Android: A step-by-step guide

Here is a breakdown of the full recovery process for a hacked Instagram account, covering email checks, login link requests, identity verification and essential post-recovery security steps. Each slide guides you through what to do and what to expect, making the process easier to follow on any Android phone.

Instagram is pushing its Edits app to be a one stop shop for creators amid intensifying rivalry

More than half of the people watching Reels on Instagram each day are seeing content created with the Edits app, said Meta executive Peter Shields.

Internet falls for dwarf shrimps enjoying a cucumber feast in aquarium tank

A swarm of bright freshwater shrimps has become an online sensation. Their mesmerising feast on a slice of cucumber has captivated millions worldwide.

Instagram to let users fine-tune their feed and make the algorithm truly personal

Instagram is testing a new feature that lets users fine-tune their feed by adding or removing topics of interest. Here’s how it could make your Reels and Explore experience more personal.

Bangkok influencer gets 'hounded' in Delhi auto: ‘I can’t stand strangers touching me’

The content creator, who has more than 53,000 followers on Instagram, said the experience left her feeling 'stressed and drained'.

Instagram finally makes it easier to find that Reel you lost

Instagram rolls out a Watch History feature for Reels, letting users revisit videos they’ve watched and filter them by date or account — available now for many users.

Instagram adds Watch History to let you revisit previously watched Reels

Instagram has introduced a “Watch History” feature, allowing users to view Reels they’ve already watched. The update aims to simplify rediscovering videos and brings Instagram closer to TikTok’s functionality.

Instagram adds Meta AI editing tools directly to Stories: Here’s how they work

The new feature allows users to type text prompts to add, remove, or completely alter visual elements in their Stories, making creative editing more accessible and intuitive.

Instagram introduces PG-13 content controls for teens: 5 key things to know

Instagram’s new PG-13 content controls for teen accounts aim to reduce exposure to explicit material, provide parents with more control, and use AI to enforce age-appropriate interactions. The global rollout begins in 2025, with further expansions in 2026.

Instagram tests new layout with Reels and DMs as core tabs, signalling shift away from photos

For long-time users, the redesign will be another reminder that Instagram is no longer the photo-first platform it once was. The company has steadily repositioned itself around viral video and social messaging to compete with TikTok and Snapchat.

Instagram to get a TV app? Here’s what Adam Mosseri has to say

Instagram is exploring a TV app to let users watch Reels and videos on their big screens. Chief Adam Mosseri says the idea is still being tested with no launch date yet.

Micro K-dramas and C-dramas appearing while scrolling? Here are the reasons why it is taking over Instagram, YouTube in India

Short Korean and Chinese micro dramas are flooding Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts in India, driven by quick storytelling, addictive cliffhangers, and global fandoms hungry for fast, binge-worthy entertainment content.

Instagram pilots a Reels-first experience on mobile app in India

Instagram is also changing its navigation bar, giving more prominence to Reels and direct messages, two features the company says are driving most of its growth.

Diamonds, drones and DJs: How Pakistan’s new tax cell is using social media to catch evaders

Past attempts to widen Pakistan’s tax net have largely fizzled. But officials argue that the new focus on social media gives them stronger leads and a faster way to flag undeclared wealth.

$2,000 vs Rs 50: US woman praises Indian healthcare after treatment in Delhi hospital

Delhi resident Kristen Fischer highlighted three aspects that stood out: proximity to the hospital, zero wait time, and negligible cost. 'Just another reason why I love Indian healthcare so much,' she said in the viral video.

Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and 23 social media apps banned in this country: 5 things to know

Nepal has banned 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and X, after they missed a registration deadline. Critics call it an attack on free speech. Here are 5 key highlights of the ban explained simply.

Instagram tests PiP mode, lets you keep Reels playing in the background

Instagram is reportedly testing a new picture-in-picture mode for Reels, which will allow users to continue watching videos in a floating window while multitasking on their phones.