Bengaluru Police recover student’s lost iPhone in minutes after 'Namma 112' alert
Bengaluru police swiftly recovered a student’s lost iPhone within minutes after she alerted the Namma 112 emergency helpline. Using GPS tracking and rapid coordination, officers traced the device and returned it safely back to the student.
Tamil Nadu woman orders 3 packets of rat poison late night, Blinkit rider refuses to deliver. Here’s why
A Blinkit rider in Tamil Nadu cancelled a late night rat poison delivery after noticing a woman crying. Trusting his instincts, he refused to deliver the order. He later shared the video online, earning widespread praise for his act.
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.
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.''
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health, netizens say 'most AI health startups will become redundant'
For some users, ChatGPT has already become a core health tool, but many others flagged concerns around privacy, misuse, and the risks of AI hallucinations.
Pakistani woman imitates Rama Duwaji’s side eye in viral video: ‘Resemblance is uncanny’
A Pakistani-Canadian woman went viral after perfectly copying New York’s first lady Rama Duwaji’s signature side-eye. Shared on Instagram, the video impressed viewers with its uncanny resemblance, quickly crossing two million views and sparking praise online.
H-1B visa holder leaves USA after a decade, says move back to India was inevitable
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.
Techie fired for not responding to boss’s messages on holiday: ‘Phone didn’t have signal’
An Indian software developer said he was fired after missing his manager’s messages during the Christmas and New Year holidays. He claimed he was travelling with no network and received no warning or PIP.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw on job reservation for locals: 'Companies will give preference to...'
This, however, isn't the first time that the Bengaluru-based billionaire and industry leader has spoken up against job reservation. Last July, as the Karnataka cabinet approved a draft bill mandating 50 percent reservation for locals in management jobs, 70 percent in non-management categories, Mazumdar-Shaw called for an exemption of highly-skilled labour from the policy.
Bengaluru tops list of top 25 Indian cities for women, followed by Chennai, Pune and Hyderabad
Bengaluru topped the Top Cities for Women in India 2025 index released by Avtar Group, emerging as the most inclusive city for women. Chennai, Pune and Hyderabad followed closely, reflecting stronger safety, employment opportunities and social infrastructure that support women’s careers and quality of life nationwide
Foreigner calls out man for throwing plastic bottles in Meghalaya, netizens laud him: ‘Rest of India should learn’
A foreigner living in Meghalaya went viral after confronting a man for throwing plastic bottles in Meghalaya. The video sparked strong reactions online, with many praising his stand and calling for better civic sense and responsibility to protect nature and local communities.
Indian company bars employees from using LinkedIn and ‘open to work’ badge, viral Reddit post sparks debate
A Reddit post went viral after an employee claimed their company barred staff from using LinkedIn freely, including the "open to work" badge, citing professionalism. The post triggered a wider debate on workplace control, employee autonomy and whether such restrictions reflect outdated corporate culture.
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.
Mumbai techie tracks down stolen phone in UP after local police fail to help
After the phone was recovered, an internal police inquiry found negligence on the part of an Assi Ghat police outpost in‑charge. He was suspended on January 4 for failing to act promptly on the complaint.
US-based Indian content creator earns Rs 40 lakh in 2025, shares income breakdown
US-based Indian content creator Shivee Chauhan earned around Rs 40 lakh in 2025 from brand partnerships alone. She shared a month-by-month income breakdown on Instagram.
Spanish streamer dies during New Year’s eve livestream after allegedly taking drugs on camera for money
A 37-year-old Spanish streamer died after allegedly consuming drugs during a paid private New Year’s Eve livestream, sparking a police investigation in Catalonia. The incident has reignited concerns over dangerous online challenges and the pressure on creators to perform extreme acts for money and views.
Liver Doc locks horns with Deepinder Goyal over gravitational ageing: 'Show evidence'
“I had sent him a message purely from the respect for whatever he does... But he said he doesn’t have time and then proceeded to share six lengthy posts. That’s when I figured he only has the time for bullsh**,' Zomato and Eternal CEO Deepinder Goyal said of Kerala-based liver specialist and influencer, The Liver Doc.
'Varkala cliff turns into dumping ground': Viral video exposes littering by tourists in popular Kerala spot
A travel content creator’s viral video sparked a heated online debate after it showed beaches and cliffs in Kerala’s Varkala littered with plastic bottles, cans and wrappers. Netizens blamed poor civic sense and overtourism, urging authorities to take strict action to protect the once-pristine coastal destination.
People in their 60s, 70s and 80s find love at seniors’ matchmaking event in Pune: ‘Smiling like teenagers’
A video from a Pune matchmaking event has gone viral for showing seniors in their 60s, 70s and 80s meeting new people and finding companionship. The event brought together single, widowed, and divorced individuals seeking connection.
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.
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.'
243 kg fish sold for Rs 28.7 crore in Tokyo, expected to cost Rs 11 lakh/kg in eateries. See pics
In Japan, bluefin tuna is considered a symbol of status and prestige, often reserved for high-rolling clientele. The record-setting tuna was caught off the coast of Oma in Aomori prefecture, a region renowned for producing some of Japan’s finest fish.
Auto crushed between two buses in Odisha, driver killed. Dashcam video is viral
The video shows the auto-rickshaw waiting behind a school bus at a red light. Within seconds, the state-run bus slammed into the auto from the back, crushing it between the two larger vehicles.
