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Farah Khan and YouTuber Dilip Mukhija join Mangal Lakshmi for a special Pehla Swaad cooking-competition episode, promising a lively mix of humour, warmth and cheerful chaos as the show builds toward its festive twist.

Defamation case against Rahul Gandhi: Court doesn't allow Satyaki Savarkar to play YouTube video

Advocate Sangram Kolhatkar, the lawyer representing Satyaki Savarkar, requested the court to play the original link of the YouTube channel

Mumbai YouTuber injured during Rapido ride, has jaw, chin surgery. Company responds

Sonjanaa Gupta said that she has been advised bed rest for two months and clarified that her intention was not to seek sympathy but to highlight accountability gaps in app-based ride services

YouTube unveils new partnerships, AI tools to help accelerate India's creative economy

India is YouTube's largest market, with over half a billion users. It is also a crucial region for the platform's future growth.

NASA to stream comet 3i/atlas multi-mission images live: When and where to watch

The comet 3/Atlas was discovered on 1 January 2025 by the NASA-funded ATLAS observatory and is only the third confirmed visitor from outside our solar system.

YouTube’s AI age check is flagging real adults as kids: 5 key things to know

YouTube’s new AI-powered age verification system is wrongly flagging adult users as minors, forcing them to either submit ID proof or face strict viewing limits. Here’s everything you need to know about the second wave of YouTube’s controversial age-gating rollout.

Namit Das on choosing YouTube over long-form streaming: 'People don’t have time, that’s why short-format storytelling works'

Actor Namit Das leads Hamara Vinayak, a short-format Swastik Stories series blending faith and everyday life. He believes shorter, concise storytelling resonates today, when audiences seek meaningful narratives without long viewing commitments.

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan announces major organisational changes, offers buyout options to employees

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan has announced major organisational changes as the platform restructures its product teams to focus on AI. As part of the move, YouTube is offering voluntary buyouts with severance to U.S.-based employees, marking the first major reorganisation in a decade.

Google parent Alphabet crosses 300 million paid subscribers, driven by YouTube and Google One

Alphabet posted its first-ever $100 billion quarter driven by double-digit Q3 gains in Google Search, YouTube ads, Google subscriptions, platforms and devices, and Google Cloud.

YouTube to tighten rules on gambling, violent gaming content from November 17: 5 things creators need to know

YouTube is rolling out stricter rules for online gambling and violent gaming content from November 17, 2025. The platform will now restrict videos showing gambling with digital goods like NFTs and apply age limits to violent or casino-style content. Here’s what creators need to know.

YouTube introduces timer to help users curb endless Shorts scrolling

YouTube has launched a new timer feature for Shorts to help users manage screen time, though critics say its voluntary design may limit its effectiveness.

YouTube announces new AI likeness detection tool: What it is and how it protects creators from deepfakes

YouTube is rolling out an AI likeness detection tool to help creators spot and remove deepfake videos using their face without permission. Here’s how the new feature works and who gets access first.

YouTube deepens creator-led commerce push in India with Nykaa, Purplle

YouTube is partnering with Nykaa to launch a programme designed to discover, enable, and accelerate the next generation of India’s beauty and lifestyle creators.

Right-wing YouTuber taunts CJI after shoe-hurling incident: ‘Lousy, undeserving judge'

The YouTuber's video, which also included remarks about the judge’s Dalit-Ambedkarite background, has since gone viral, drawing sharp criticism for its tone and content.

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.

YouTube Premium costs Rs 149 per month; but you can use the paid feature free with this web browser

The regular plan costs Rs 149 and if you do not want to pay that every month, then there’s web browser that literally offers the two most important features — ad-free viewing and background playback — for free.

YouTube Premium Lite launches in India at Rs 89 a month

YouTube Premium Lite is part of the Google-owned video platform's efforts to expand its offerings as subscriptions emerge as a major growth driver

Thousands of YouTube accounts wrongly flagged as under 18, users lose access to age-restricted videos

For adults who have been using YouTube for years, it feels like they have been locked out of the full experience without warning.

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.

BTS’ Suga’s ‘Haegeum’ music video crosses 100 million views on YouTube

BTS’ Suga achieved a new milestone as his solo track Haegeum from the album D-Day surpassed 100 million YouTube views, marking his third music video to reach the feat, BigHit confirmed.

YouTube unveils India-first separate ad targeting for urban and rural audiences

Google-owned YouTube is also introducing new immersive masthead ads on connected TVs amid rising viewership and ahead of the festive season.

YouTube offering up to Rs 6000 discount to select subscribers: Find out why

YouTube TV is quietly offering select subscribers up to Rs 6,000 off their plan over two months. Here’s how to check if you’re eligible and claim the discount online.

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.

YouTube says no more sharing Premium Family Plan outside your home: All the details

YouTube is ending Premium Family Plan sharing for users not living in the same household, following Netflix’s lead. Here’s what the rule means for you.

YouTube launches ‘Hype’ feature globally to support smaller creators

Viewers can hype up to three videos per week for a creator of their choice. Each hype earns points that contribute to a ranked leaderboard, accessible in the Explore menu.