Category: Social Media

MeitY Secretary S Krishnan to elucidate on AI and accountability at Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave 2025

S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY), Government of India, is slated to share his insights on a futuristic regulatory AI blueprint. (Image: S Krishnan speaking at the Storyboard18 DNPA Conclave in 2024)

MeitY’s S Krishnan to spotlight AI and accountability and the regulatory roadmap at Storyboard18’s Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) Conclave 2025, on February 27, in New Delhi.

‘Summon Sundar Pichai also’: Indian influencer questions YouTube’s accountability in Ranveer Allahbadia controversy

Ranveer Allahbadia (right) controversy has sparked a debate on social media about the accountability of digital platforms, especially YouTube, and their role in moderating content online.

Defending Ranveer Allahbadia amid India’s Got Latent row, YouTuber Gaurav Taneja aka Flying Beast has criticised the authorities for targeting Allahbadia only and not holding the platform’s leadership accountable.

Platform for ‘married-dating’, Ashley Madison, makes a bold gamble in India: Navigating controversy, culture, and the law

Ashley Madison isn’t India’s first extramarital dating platform. Gleeden, a French-origin platform, has been operating in the country with relatively little controversy, thanks to its more subtle positioning. Keable, however, remains unfazed: "Globally, we are the undisputed leader in the married dating space. One major differentiator is transparency. Unlike some competitors, we openly discuss our business. People like myself engage in conversations like this to build trust with our audience."

“Compared to Western cultures, India is more conservative, traditional, and family-oriented. Yet, India ranked as the eighth-highest country for signups last year,” says Paul Keable, Chief Strategy Officer at Ashley Madison.

Taboo to 10-minute delivery: Quick-commerce fuels surge in sexual wellness, pleasure toys industry

The wider sexual wellness market, as a whole, has seen tremendous growth, with cultural shifts and public figures helping to normalize the conversation around pleasure.(Image: nick-fewings via Unsplash)

Digital accessibility, the rise of quick-commerce platforms, and an influx of women-led brands are driving India’s sexual wellness industry forward.

All you need to know about popular YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani

Initially sharing content on Facebook and Instagram during his civil engineering studies, Ashish Chanchlani's passion for acting led him to further hone his skills at the Barry John Acting Studio. (Image: Instagram)

YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, known for his viral sketches and massive digital footprint, finds himself embroiled in controversy following his appearance on Samay Raina’s show, India’s Got Latent.

Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina controversy: Time for brands to shift ad budgets away from influencers?

While controversies like these may spark discussions, they won’t derail the momentum of influencer marketing, experts feel.

The controversy has intensified discussions around influencers’ accountability and responsibility. Industry experts believe it won’t significantly slow down influencer marketing but it will invite greater scrutiny of influencers/creators, deal values and ROI.