Author: Sakina Kheriwala

Kunal Kamra calls out T-Series for copyright notice over “gaddar” video

Kamra was served notices on March 25 and 26 to appear at Khar Police Station, but he did not comply. However, the Madras High Court granted him interim bail until April 7.

Comedian Kunal Kamra faces legal trouble as T-Series issues copyright infringement notice against his parody video, as he continues to stand firm following threats and vandalism.

Dream team behind Dream11’s blockbuster IPL campaign joins Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit

Creative leaders Adarsh Atal and Shriram Iyer joined celebrated filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari to discuss the creativity and power of great ads at Storyboard18's Global Pioneers Summit on March 28 in Mumbai.

Creative leaders Adarsh Atal and Shriram Iyer will be joined by celebrated filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari. They will take the stage at Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit on March 28 to discuss the making of Dream11’s iconic campaign.

Global Ads Spotlight: Michael CeraVe’s ultimate skincare prank that stole the Super Bowl thunder

From fake news to Cera’s hilarious "proof" of his involvement, the campaign masterfully kept audiences hooked. (Images: Ogilvy)

A conspiracy, A skincare legend, And Super Bowl shenanigans—how CeraVe made its big, bold play? Read and watch in our Global Ads Spotlight column.

Delhi HC to hear Tesla Inc’s trademark case against Tesla Power after mediation fails

Tesla Inc., owned by Elon Musk, had moved the Delhi High Court in May 2024, claiming that Tesla Power India's use of the "TESLA" trademark was infringing on its intellectual property rights. (Image: News18)

The case arises after mediation efforts fail to resolve the trademark dispute between the Elon Musk-owned Tesla Inc and the Indian company Tesla Power India Private Limited.

Over 83k WhatsApp accounts used for digital arrest blocked: Home Ministry

In addition to the blocking of these communication channels, the MHA has also taken swift action to block over 7.81 lakh SIM cards and 2,08,469 IMEIs following police complaints. (Image: Pixabay)

The Ministry of Home Affairs has taken strong action to combat digital arrests and financial fraud, saving over Rs 4,386 crore through the Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting System.

Instagram rolls out new school partnership program to address bullying

By default, all accounts for users under 16—or under 18 in some cases—will be private, meaning new followers must be approved before they can view posts or send messages.

Instagram’s new “Schools Partnership Program” starts with a pilot open to all US middle and high schools. The initiative allows educational institutions to flag posts and accounts for quicker review, helping tackle harmful content more effectively.

Meta tests AI-generated comment suggestions on Instagram

Meta stated that the feature is part of its ongoing effort to incorporate AI into various areas of its platforms, including comments, feeds, groups, and search.

Meta experiments with AI-driven suggestions for Instagram comments, but not all users are thrilled by the prospect of automation taking over their social media interactions.

Global Ads Spotlight: Orange kicks gender bias to the curb with game-changing “WoMen’s Football” campaign

The campaign went on to claim the top spot in the Entertainment for Sport Grand Prix at Cannes Lions and became the second most awarded ad in the 2023 World Creative Rankings.

The ad went live just three weeks before the 2023 Women’s World Cup kicked off, when broadcasters were hesitating to give women’s football the airtime it deserved. Read and watch in our Global Ads Spotlight column.

Understanding the “digital arrest” scam: What is it and how can you protect yourself?

The aim is to instil fear and panic in the victim, compelling them to transfer large sums of money to avoid a fabricated "digital arrest." (Image: Unsplash)

Under “digital arrest,” scammers use fake video calls, fabricated accusations, and high-stakes threats to steal millions. Here’s everything you should know on how to protect yourself from this latest cyber scam that’s creating shockwaves throughout the country.