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    Whatsapp News

    WhatsApp launches bill payments in India: How to pay utility bills on app

    WhatsApp today launched Bill payments in India making it easier for people to find, manage, and pay their everyday household and utility bills - all within the app
    India News
    Updated 10 days ago

    WhatsApp tightens security with new safety features: What are they?

    The latest changes are part of a broader effort by messaging platforms to make account protection easier as phishing, hacking and other online scams become more sophisticated.
    India News
    Updated 19 days ago

    Telecom inflation, chargers and the number 45, and Small Talk ASL app

    Small Talk ASL app
    Business
    Published 25 days ago

    ₹42 lakh digital arrest fraud: Cops on cybercons’ trail across three countries

    For representation only (HT File Photo)
    Cities
    Published 26 days ago

    Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna’s phone in Bengaluru jail had Netflix, WhatsApp, Insta

    Revanna has been sentenced to life term by a trial court in one of the rape cases against him.
    India News
    Updated 32 days ago

    WhatsApp down in India? Several users flag outage on Downdetector

    Several users in India have flagged an outage on WhatsApp, says Downdetector
    India News
    Updated 35 days ago

    WhatsApp groups, photographs: The digital trail that led to NEET-UG paper leak

    The NEET UG paper was held on May 3, but was cancelled days later due to paper leak allegations. A retest was conducted on June 21.
    India News
    Updated 38 days ago

    WhatsApp reacts as multiple accounts, including in India, put under review

    When contacted, a WhatsApp spokesperson said: "We are always working to stay ahead of those trying to abuse our service and ban accounts to help keep other users safe.
    India News
    Updated 41 days ago

    Can't send photos, videos or stickers on WhatsApp? Thousands report outage

    WhatsApp down for thousands of users.
    Trending
    Updated 41 days ago

    Meta to appear before govt to explain policy within 7-10 days: MeitY Secy

    Meta said on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video on action against examination paper leaks had been removed due to a technical error. The video was briefly unavailable before being restored.
    India News
    Updated 46 days ago

    WhatsApp rolls out web calling; adds new call features: Here's what's new

    WhatsApp allows users to make and receive audio and video calls on the web browser.
    World News
    Updated 48 days ago

    Another round of Tharoor vs Tharoor banter over 'ban boomers on WhatsApp'

    In his latest lighthearted reply to Shashi Tharoor's X post, Ishaan joked that his father's comeback "wasn't that witty" by his usual standards.
    India News
    Updated 49 days ago

    Adobe brings Acrobat to WhatsApp, as chats evolve into document workspaces

    In what may prove to be one of the most relevant technology integrations of this era, creative platform Adobe has found a way to integrate Acrobat within the very popular instant messaging app WhatsApp. (Official image)
    Business
    Updated 54 days ago

    2 foreign nationals held for duping Panchkula man in fake pharma scheme

    During the investigation, the police traced the accused to Bahadurgarh and arrested Zimbabwean national Tapiwa and Nigerian national Kenneth. (HT FILE)
    Cities
    Updated 59 days ago

    Man arrested in Bihar for suspected links with Pakistan-based terror network

    The SP said the investigation revealed that Ahad had exchanged chats, made audio calls, shared social media messages related to alleged anti-national activities, passed on information about sensitive locations and exchanged material allegedly linked to terrorist activities.
    Cities
    Published 62 days ago

    Centre plans uniform rules for messaging platforms after WhatsApp username row

    The ministry of electronics and information technology has formally opposed WhatsApp’s proposed username feature over concerns that it could fuel impersonation.
    India News
    Updated 65 days ago

    WhatsApp, Telegram send MeitY responses on username feature

    The deadline for submitting the response had ended on Thursday.
    India News
    Updated 66 days ago

    From Post to Clones: How Meta's Muse Image clones you without asking

    Meta Muse Image AI privacy
    Htcity
    Updated 67 days ago

    DPDP Act: Trojan horse for State overreach

    When the DPDP Act comes into full effect in May 2027, over a billion citizens will have rights to know who holds their data, to correct it, and to delete it.
    Opinion
    Published 67 days ago

    Centre tightens the screw on WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram. But why?

    From Meta's social media platforms to Telegram, the government is working toward stricter regulations on social media
    India News
    Published 71 days ago

    Govt extends deadline for WhatsApp to July 9 on username issue

    WhatsApp introduced a username feature that would allow messaging on the platform without sharing one's phone number.
    India News
    Updated 71 days ago

    Meta to submit reply on WhatsApp usernames feature within 3 days: Sources

    People walk behind a logo of Meta Platforms company, during a conference in Mumbai.
    India News
    Updated 73 days ago

    Concerns rise as Indian student with valid visa denied entry to US, details here

    Concerns rise for international students after a post alleges an Indian student's denial of entry to the US due to WhatsApp group participation.
    World News
    Updated 73 days ago

    After WhatsApp, Centre's notices to Telegram, Signal today over username feature

    The trigger was the company beginning to let users reserve usernames ahead of a planned year-end launch.
    India News
    Updated 73 days ago

    WhatsApp username rollout: All FAQs on scams, safety and privacy explained

    The feature will allow users to create unique usernames for connecting on WhatsApp without sharing phone numbers.
    India News
    Updated 74 days ago

    Privacy for better, worse, or both? Why WhatsApp username feature worries govt

    The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued a notice to WhatsApp on Wednesday.
    India News
    Updated 74 days ago

    Centre issues notice to Meta over new WhatsApp feature, flags ‘fraud' concerns

    The directive comes amid concerns within the government over the feature's potential implications.
    India News
    Updated 74 days ago

    Govt flags fraud risks in WhatsApp username feature; MeitY to call Meta

    The government said the feature may allow users to adopt usernames resembling those of bona fide agencies and other entities, potentially enabling impersonation and fraud,
    India News
    Updated 75 days ago

    WhatsApp lets users hide phone numbers with new username feature

    The username feature will gradually roll out for users (Credits: Shutterstock)
    Htcity
    Updated 76 days ago

    How to reserve your WhatsApp username: A step-by-step guide

    The feature is designed to improve privacy by allowing users to connect without sharing their phone numbers.
    India News
    Updated 76 days ago
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