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A crave new world: How food apps have gamed our brains

Food apps have built on the addictive nature of slot machines.

Updated on Jun 05, 2026 07:38 pm IST

Jasbir Jassi slams Yo Yo Honey Singh after anti-drug appeal meet with BJP leader

Singer Jasbir Jassi criticized Singh for previously glamorizing alcohol, questioning his motives and understanding of Punjab's culture.

music

Published on May 27, 2026 03:57 pm IST

‘You can be him’: BJP collabs with Honey Singh for anti-drugs appeal to Punjab

BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh with music producer Honey Singh, sharing a milk-based drink as part of an anti-drugs message to the youth of Punjab, in a video posted by them on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

india news

Updated on May 26, 2026 11:59 pm IST

Therapist reveals ways to break phone addiction without feeling deprived

Practical ways to break phone addiction.

health

Published on May 04, 2026 12:00 am IST

Cardiologist warns of ‘one habit’ harming heart health in young people

Nicotine exposure in teens linked to long-term heart health issues.

health

Published on Apr 26, 2026 11:59 pm IST

'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to jail over death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry

‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha (L) allegedly supplied Ketamine to Matthew Perry.

world news

Updated on Apr 09, 2026 06:01 pm IST

Piyush Mishra opens up about his battle with alcoholism, professional struggles

Piyush Mishra candidly discusses his battle with alcoholism, sharing its impact on his personal and professional life in a new podcast.

bollywood

Updated on Apr 04, 2026 07:07 am IST

Quote of the day by Yo Yo Honey Singh: ‘An artist’s life isn’t his alone…’

On Honey Singh's birthday, let's take a look at what he had to say about an artist's relationship with their fans.

art culture

Published on Mar 15, 2026 07:05 am IST

Instagram, YouTube 'engineered addiction' in children: US lawyer's claim

The trial is being treated as a bellwether case, meaning its outcome could influence hundreds of similar lawsuits across the country.

world news

Updated on Feb 10, 2026 09:47 am IST

Redditors share shocking stories of how ‘1 bad decision’ ruined someone’s life

A Reddit thread showcases heartbreaking stories of lives destroyed by hasty choices, such as drug addiction and reckless behaviour.

art culture

Published on Feb 09, 2026 05:09 pm IST

3 sisters jump to death from Ghaziabad highrise, needle of suspicion points to online Korean game

gurugram news

Updated on Feb 04, 2026 11:02 pm IST

3 Ghaziabad sisters, 'obsessed with Korean mobile game', die by suicide

Police are investigating the cause of death.

india news

Updated on Feb 05, 2026 12:02 am IST

Social media addiction: Economic Survey calls for age-based online curbs

The proposal targets an “intensely digital environment” where near-universal access has shifted the challenge from connectivity to behavioural health.

india news

Updated on Jan 30, 2026 12:39 pm IST

Anti-drug drive held in five schools in Jalandhar Cantt

A two-day drug awareness and sensitisation campaign was held across five schools in Jalandhar Cantt from January 19-20.

chandigarh news

Published on Jan 20, 2026 04:14 pm IST

The youth are custodians of India’s future: Vice President CP Radhakrishnan

He also called on young people to harness innovation and digital tools for nation-building and inclusive development. (ANI)

india news

Published on Jan 02, 2026 06:14 am IST

Mumbai doctor reveals if 'weed is better than cigarettes'

While cannabis may seem less addictive than cigarette, dependence is real and can hurt memory, focus, and mental health. (Made using Gemini AI)

health

Published on Jan 02, 2026 12:00 pm IST

HP governor calls for collective commitment against drug abuse

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Sunday called for coordinated and determined efforts to combat drug abuse in Himachal Pradesh, as he inaugurated a state-level workshop on the theme ‘War on Drugs-Chitte Par Chot’, organised by the group of NGOs ‘Sanjeevani’. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Published on Dec 08, 2025 03:42 am IST

4 Bengaluru cops booked for murder as 22-yr-old man found dead at rehab: Report

The deceased man's mother alleged police assault and negligence, prompting an investigation into the conduct of the Bengaluru officers involved.

bengaluru news

Published on Nov 29, 2025 03:02 pm IST

Honey Singh reveals it took 8 years for him to get drugs out of his body

After being away from work, Honey returned in 2023 with the song Kalaastar.

music

Published on Nov 28, 2025 09:54 am IST

Online games involving real money linked to terror financing, Centre tells SC

The Centre highlighted a “dramatic and exponential escalation” in suspicious gaming-related transactions. (Reuters)

india news

Published on Nov 26, 2025 03:48 am IST

They relied on marijuana to get through the day. But then days felt impossible without it

health

Published on Nov 25, 2025 07:52 pm IST

DIFF review: ‘Young Mothers’ by Dardenne Brothers

The girls in Young Mothers– Jessica, Perla, Julie and Araine, played by Babette Verbeek, Lucie Laruelle, Elsa Houben and Janaina Halloy Fokan, respectively – live in the maternal home in Liege, Belgium, and are at the crossroads of adulthood.

hollywood

Published on Nov 03, 2025 05:49 am IST