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Who is Surekha Vani? Telugu actress' Instagram account hacked, issues warning over circulation of private content
Actress Surekha Vani has taken to social media to announce that her Instagram account has been compromised, leading to the unauthorised distribution of her private content. She has called upon users and media outlets to cease sharing this content. To protect her privacy, Vani is prepared to initiate legal proceedings against anyone who continues to circulate these materials.
UK plans facial recognition surveillance to identify visa overstayers and immigration offenders
The UK government is set to broaden the application of live facial recognition technology to detect immigration violations across various venues such as transport hubs, ports, and major public gatherings. The Home Office's goal is to track down individuals who have overstayed their visas or arrived unlawfully in the UK.
Digital gains fail to offset TV ad slump, sports costs squeeze broadcasters
India's broadcasters continue to expand their digital and subscription businesses, which is not sufficient to offset declining ad revenues. The traditional television sector has been affected by decreasing pay-TV connections and a shift to digital advertising. Companies like JioStar, Zee Entertainment, and Sun TV Network reported mixed financial results amid these challenges. Subscription growth remained strong, but increased programming costs have impacted profitability significantly.
'Vote red today!' Elon Musk deletes pro-Republican posts after spending $458 mn
Elon Musk has deleted his posts urging voters to back Republican candidates in the US midterm elections after Democrats made significant gains and secured control of both chambers of Congress. The deleted posts included an October 29 appeal to elect Republican senators and an Election Day message saying “Vote red today!”.
Maharashtra gives one-time age relaxation for recruitment exams, extends concession till end-2027
The Maharashtra government has announced a one-time relaxation in age limits for state recruitment exams until December 31, 2027. This decision follows protests from candidates regarding delays in recruitment procedures that made them ineligible. Candidates can now apply with this extended age limit for certain advertisements issued by the MPSC. Recruitment agencies are also included in this relaxation, offering opportunities for newly eligible candidates.
Reels & memes are TV ads & billboards
Advertising has evolved from traditional commercials into reels, memes and influencer content, blurring the boundaries between entertainment and persuasion. As views, shares and engagement become the currency of digital advertising, the distinction between selling a product and selling entertainment is increasingly disappearing, sometimes leaving even advertisers unclear about their message.
Unknown numbers adding you to WhatsApp groups? Android and iOS users can change this setting to protect privacy
WhatsApp users can prevent unknown people from adding them to unwanted groups by changing their group privacy settings. Under Settings, go to Privacy and select Groups. Choose My contacts or My contacts except to restrict who can add you. The setting applies to new groups and syncs across WhatsApp Web and Desktop.
Election day 2026 results so far: Check midterm election results as US President Donald Trump-Republicans face off Democrats for Senate, House of Representatives
Election day 2026 results from Texas, Ohio, Michigan, Alaska, Iowa, Kansas, and Maine are keenly watched as Donald Trump's Republicans are trying to fend off challenges from Democrats.
Who is winning Ohio governor race? Can Vivek Ramaswamy win the race amid past controversies and backlash over Amy Acton ad?
Who is winning the Ohio governor race? Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton are competing in the November 3 election to succeed Governor Mike DeWine. As votes are counted, the contest has also drawn attention over a controversial Ramaswamy campaign advertisement featuring Acton's estranged mother, Donna Arthur, who calls her daughter a liar and urges voters not to support her.
Deep use cases vault India to ChatGPT’s top global market: OpenAI's India MD
During a visit to India last year, the ChatGPT maker’s cofounder Sam Altman said that India was the fastest growing market for the frontier lab and was already the second largest in terms of users globally. Market estimates had earlier put the India user base at 100 million.
How to silence unknown callers on WhatsApp? A guide for Android and Apple iOS users
WhatsApp provides a feature enabling users to silence calls from unknown callers for privacy and convenience. Users can prevent interruptions from strangers and only receive calls from saved contacts. The app offers details about the unknown callers, such as country codes and group interactions. Users can easily adjust their settings on both Android and iOS devices to enable or disable this feature.
Commercial breaks with common sense
In the realm of media and entertainment, advertising serves as a vital economic engine. Yet, the user experience often deteriorates due to poorly timed ad placements during streaming. Viewers face abrupt interruptions that disrupt their engagement with stories. By strategically positioning ads at narrative junctures, both audience satisfaction and advertiser goodwill could significantly improve.
Texas Senate race sets record with $573 million in political ad spending
The Texas Senate race has become the most expensive non-presidential contest with advertising costs exceeding $573 million. Democrat James Talarico currently leads Republican Ken Paxton in the polls ahead of the November 3 elections. While Republican spending has surged in recent weeks, Democratic groups initially dominated with their advertising efforts. Outside funding has heavily favored Paxton, with significant contributions coming from aligned groups.
Zee 5 launches ZAP with Saptharushi to deliver privacy-first audience intelligence
Zee 5 has introduced the Zee 5 Audience Platform, called ZAP, to enhance advertising through targeted audience insights. The platform uses viewing behavior and consented signals from various sectors to optimize campaigns. It allows brands to create precise audience cohorts based on specific business objectives and viewing patterns.
JioHotstar launches StreamToCart Ads, enabling in-stream shopping through Instamart
Introducing a game-changer in digital advertising, JioHotstar has launched StreamToCart Ads, an interactive format that merges streaming with online shopping. Viewers can now browse and directly add products to their shopping carts without interrupting their viewing, consequently boosting user engagement. Advertisers are empowered to monitor user behaviors from impressions to purchases, optimizing their marketing strategies.
Ajay Devgn's Vimal Elaichi ad controversy: FDA chief Tukaram Munde says proceedings will continue despite Drishyam 3 actor's High Court plea
Ajay Devgn has filed a petition with the Bombay High Court in response to a notice from the Maharashtra FDA regarding his appearance in Vimal Elaichi ads. The FDA contends that these ads promote a banned product. Commissioner Tukaram Munde affirmed that legal procedures will be followed. Read on!
Actor Ajay Devgn moves Bombay High Court against FDA notice over Vimal Elaichi ads
Ajay Devgn has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court against the FDA's show-cause notice. The notice involves his advertisements for 'Vimal Elaichi', linked to banned products in Maharashtra. FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe confirmed completed investigations regarding violations by several actors. Similar notices were issued to Shah Rukh Khan and Tiger Shroff for the same reason. The court is scheduled to hear the matter on November 4.
Pan masala ad proceedings against 3 actors complete, matter up for adjudication next: FDA chief
Maharashtra FDA has completed its investigation into actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over alleged violations of state rules through Vimal Pan Masala advertisements. The matter will be referred for adjudication next week, with the regulator proceeding despite Devgn approaching the Bombay High Court.
Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on media groups' challenge to privacy law
A petition from the Digital News Publishers Association challenges provisions of India's digital privacy law. The law may restrict journalistic activities by requiring consent from individuals under investigation. News publishers argue that this could hinder the freedom of the press and expose confidential sources. Concerns regarding the potential penalties for non-compliance have also been raised by the petitioners.
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