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Instagram Influencer Nabbed For Copper Wire Theft In Latur

Instagram Influencer Nabbed For Copper Wire Theft In Latur

Rediff.com28 May 2026

A 19-year-old Instagram influencer with a large following has been arrested in Latur, Maharashtra, for allegedly stealing copper wire from a construction site and selling it for scrap.

'Hindutva influencer' boasts of 'cracking skull' during CJP protest

'Hindutva influencer' boasts of 'cracking skull' during CJP protest

Rediff.com6 days ago

A self-styled Hindutva influencer, Swatantra Bhardwaj, accused of attacking a student agitator's father, purportedly claimed a phone call from Delhi minister Kapil Mishra helped him avoid jail. This sparked strong reactions from opposition parties, including Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal, who questioned the BJP's protection of such individuals. Delhi Police, however, clarified that the injuries were simple and legal action was taken, denying any undue influence.

Meet the Internet's Biggest Influencers

Meet the Internet's Biggest Influencers

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Animals are now the face of virality and might have already beaten human influencers at the job.

Parliament to grill Instagram, other social media platforms on user privacy

Parliament to grill Instagram, other social media platforms on user privacy

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

An Indian Parliamentary panel has summoned major social media platforms like Meta, Google, X, and Snapchat, along with MeitY and Home Affairs officials, to discuss the regulation of digital platforms. The meeting, scheduled for August 3, will focus on user privacy, public order, and the platforms' role in recent protests.

HC asks govt to curb Instagram influencers, fake therapists

HC asks govt to curb Instagram influencers, fake therapists

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

The Karnataka high court has advised the government to come up with some regulatory measures to check the growth of pseudo-therapists and 'Instagram influencers'.

After NEET backlash, BJP turns to Instagram to win back young voters

After NEET backlash, BJP turns to Instagram to win back young voters

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

The BJP is significantly increasing its digital engagement with young people on Instagram, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union ministers, in response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and subsequent student protests. This strategic shift aims to counter the narrative and communicate government actions on examination reforms.

How Indian Medic Profited From Fake AI Influencer Emily Hart

How Indian Medic Profited From Fake AI Influencer Emily Hart

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Indian youth creates fictional AI influencer, Emily Hart, who amasses millions of followers and earns him substantial income, exposing the deceptive potential of AI in the digital age.

Yuvraj Singh's Birthday Message for Abhishek Sharma Goes Viral

Yuvraj Singh's Birthday Message for Abhishek Sharma Goes Viral

Rediff.com6 days ago

Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh led birthday wishes for young India batter Abhishek Sharma, praising his explosive talent and personal growth, while his sister Komal Sharma also shared an emotional message.

Don't Be Shy, Bianca Arora Is Ready For Bollywood!

Don't Be Shy, Bianca Arora Is Ready For Bollywood!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Say hello to Bianca Arora, who's all set to make her debut in Alia Bhatt's Don't Be Shy.

Badshah-Isha Rikhi Split 5 Months After Marriage

Badshah-Isha Rikhi Split 5 Months After Marriage

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Rapper Badshah and Isha Rikhi have officially announced their mutual decision to divorce, bringing their five-month-old marriage to an end.

Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan's Biggest Shock Was...

Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan's Biggest Shock Was...

Rediff.com3 days ago

While introducing the Bigg Boss 20 contestants, host Salman Khan got candid about his breakup, his ignorance about memes and the world of social media, and was surprised to learn that ScoutOP makes Rs 30 lakh a month playing esports.

Will These Celebrities Feature In Bigg Boss 20?

Will These Celebrities Feature In Bigg Boss 20?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Looking at the unconfirmed list of contestants lining up for the 20th edition of Bigg Boss.

The Traitors 2: Unmasking Prish

The Traitors 2: Unmasking Prish

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Discover Prish, the enigmatic social media influencer, who is set to captivate audiences on The Traitors Season 2.

'Thank You For Making History With Us': Messi's Teammates Express Gratitude

'Thank You For Making History With Us': Messi's Teammates Express Gratitude

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Argentine footballers Lautaro Martinez, Leandro Paredes, Emiliano Martinez, and Alexis Mac Allister have paid emotional tributes to Lionel Messi following his announcement to retire from international football, reflecting on his profound impact on their careers and the national team.

Row erupts as Keralam CM's Islamic scholar criticism vanishes from Facebook

Row erupts as Keralam CM's Islamic scholar criticism vanishes from Facebook

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's Facebook post criticising Islamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar's alleged anti-women remarks has disappeared, with the CMO citing a technical error. The incident has sparked political criticism from CPI(M) and BJP, who question the explanation and accuse the Congress of hypocrisy.

Rida Tharana Gets Ready To Rock The Traitors 2

Rida Tharana Gets Ready To Rock The Traitors 2

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Bengaluru-based social media sensation Rida Tharana is set to make her television debut on Season 2 of The Traitors.

Kareena's Hearts For Messi

Kareena's Hearts For Messi

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

'I gave everything I had, and I don't have anything more to give.'

Social Media Influencer Arrested For Remarks Against Hindu Leader

Social Media Influencer Arrested For Remarks Against Hindu Leader

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Mumbai police arrested a social media influencer, Abu Jabir Hussain Gayasuddin Talukdar, for allegedly making derogatory remarks about a Hindu religious leader in his videos, following a complaint by a Bajrang Dal activist.

Swatantra Bhardwaj was invited to Modi's swearing-in, I-Day celebration

Swatantra Bhardwaj was invited to Modi's swearing-in, I-Day celebration

Rediff.com6 days ago

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, known for provocative social media posts and claims of political proximity, has been detained in Bulandshahr. His detention follows a viral video where he boasted about assaulting a Jantar Mantar protester's father, leaving him with severe injuries, and claiming to have avoided jail due to political connections. Police acted after public outcry and protests.

Social Media Sensation Niharika NM Makes Bollywood Debut

Social Media Sensation Niharika NM Makes Bollywood Debut

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Social media sensation Niharika NM is poised to make a Bollywood debut in Bhai Tera Star Hai alongside Raghav Juyal.

Social Media Influencer Ankush Bahuguna Faces Homophobia In London

Social Media Influencer Ankush Bahuguna Faces Homophobia In London

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Indian influencer Ankush Bahuguna shares his experience of facing homophobic abuse on the streets of London after attending a Huda Beauty event in a pink suit and makeup.

Vijay Deverakonda's Heartwarming Family Moment

Vijay Deverakonda's Heartwarming Family Moment

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Vijay Deverakonda shared a heartwarming photograph of him napping with his parents in his favourite childhood spot.

'Understanding Your Body Is Very Important'

'Understanding Your Body Is Very Important'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'God has incredible plans for me and we'll see where that takes me.'

SC quashes criminal cases against Samay Raina, 4 other comedians for disability remarks

SC quashes criminal cases against Samay Raina, 4 other comedians for disability remarks

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court of India has quashed criminal proceedings against comedian Samay Raina and four others who faced charges for remarks about people with disabilities. The court lauded their subsequent efforts in organising events and raising awareness for specially-abled persons and those with rare diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

'I Say 'Don't Cast Me, It's Bad For Your Film''

'I Say 'Don't Cast Me, It's Bad For Your Film''

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

'I've 'de-sold' myself to a few films.'

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

'I have got the clean chit this year itself. People have realised that I am an innocent. I have been under doubt for a long time.'

Liverpool sign France forward Barcola from PSG in $162 million deal

Liverpool sign France forward Barcola from PSG in $162 million deal

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Liverpool have officially signed France international Bradley Barcola from European champions Paris St Germain on a long-term contract, with British media reporting the deal to be worth around $162 million.

Arshdeep Singh Makes Relationship Insta Official

Arshdeep Singh Makes Relationship Insta Official

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Arshdeep Singh confirmed his relationship with actor-model Samreen Kaur through a heartfelt Instagram post, putting an end to weeks of dating rumours.

Actor Tim Curry Dies At 80: 'He Was A Force'

Actor Tim Curry Dies At 80: 'He Was A Force'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Tim Curry, celebrated for his unforgettable performances in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue, and Annie, has passed away at 80, prompting an outpouring of tributes from Hollywood and fans worldwide.

Why BJP, Congress Watch CJP's Future Moves

Why BJP, Congress Watch CJP's Future Moves

Rediff.com1 days ago

Some see in the CJP the potential of weakening the Opposition. Hence the BJP/RSS's 'softly softly catchee monkey' approach, with co-option being the ultimate aim, points out Aditi Phadnis.

RCB Pacer Yash Dayal Marries Influencer

RCB Pacer Yash Dayal Marries Influencer

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Yash Dayal has married content creator Shweta Pundir in a private ceremony in Noida.

Kangana To Hrithik: 'Doesn't Suit You To Tease A Woman'

Kangana To Hrithik: 'Doesn't Suit You To Tease A Woman'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

The long-standing public feud between Kangana Ranaut and Hrithik Roshan has reignited, triggered by a social media post and Kangana's controversial comments regarding Gen Z.

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

'Thank You, Dolly, For All Of It'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'Dolly Parton managed to give the world the ultimate mystery and fantasy in some corners of her life, but to give full transparency in the ways that counted. Somehow she was true grace and true grit, all in one dazzling person.'

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli's casual Instagram 'like' on a travel vlogger's post unexpectedly went viral, sparking social media buzz and bringing back his 'algorithm interaction' explanation.

Govt sought removal of 2.44 lakh URLs in five months

Govt sought removal of 2.44 lakh URLs in five months

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Government departments requested social media platforms to remove 2.44 lakh pieces of content between March and July, with states initiating 82% of these requests. The IT Intermediaries Rules 2021 were amended to reduce takedown time to three hours. The PIB Fact Check unit clarified its role in content moderation, refuting claims of automated blocking by Meta and emphasising the need to address lawlessness in cyberspace.

The Kishore Kumar Song That Has Become Gen Z's Voice

The Kishore Kumar Song That Has Become Gen Z's Voice

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

How did a melancholic Kishore Kumar classic from 1964, remixed decades later, become the unlikely soundtrack to a Gen Z protest?

USA Cricketer Akhilesh Reddy Banned for Eight Years For Fixing

USA Cricketer Akhilesh Reddy Banned for Eight Years For Fixing

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

USA player Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy has been banned from all cricket for eight years by an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal for breaching three counts of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code, including attempting to fix matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2025.

How Zeeshan Ansari rebuilt his career after IPL stint

How Zeeshan Ansari rebuilt his career after IPL stint

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian cricketer Zeeshan Ansari attributes his red-ball cricket resurgence to the invaluable lessons learned from spin legends Muttiah Muralitharan and Daniel Vettori during his stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad.

How Irrfan Khan's Romanticism Influenced 'Piku'

How Irrfan Khan's Romanticism Influenced 'Piku'

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Shoojit Sircar reveals Irrfan Khan's romantic sensibilities almost altered the ending of 'Piku'. Sircar shared this anecdote at a special screening of a documentary on Irrfan's film 'Paan Singh Tomar'.

Fashion Week: From International Inspiration To Desi Love

Fashion Week: From International Inspiration To Desi Love

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Hyundai India Couture Week 2026 served up two very different visions of couture this weekend. While Falguni Shane Peacock looked beyond India's borders for inspiration, Rohit Bal turned the spotlight firmly onto the artisans who shaped his legacy.