Instagram: News

Instagram is a Facebook-owned social media platform that focuses on image sharing. The platform was released in October 2010 by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger. In April 2012, the platform was acquired by Facebook for just $1 billion in cash and stock. As of 2018, Instagram was valued at approximately $100 billion. The platform is accessible on Android, iOS, Windows, and via a website in 32 languages. Instagram originally supported posting images only. Now, it allows users to post ephemeral content in the form of Stories (just like Snapchat), short-format video content (Reels), long-form videos (IGTV), and video posts. The platform sees millions of posts and stories uploaded each day with the most-like post of all time being a picture of an egg. The egg got around 55 million likes to supersede a record of 18 million likes on a post by American celebrity Kylie Jenner. Instagram is monetized via in-app advertising just like Facebook. Advertisements can be seen between stories, reels, and posts on the main feed. Instagram also allows users to call and message each other individually or in groups using a direct message feature called DMs.

24 Dec 2024

Technology

How to set a daily time limit on Instagram

Popular social media platform Instagram has a feature to set a daily time limit for its usage.

23 Dec 2024

Technology

How to delete sent messages on Instagram

We've all been there. You hit send on an Instagram message, only to realize you made a typo or maybe even regretted the words you chose.

What to do if your Instagram account gets hacked

Instagram, one of the most popular social media platforms, has also been the most targeted by hackers.

22 Dec 2024

Technology

Enhance your Instagram Live sessions with these tips

Instagram Live is one of the most popular features of the platform, allowing users to share their experiences as they happen.

How to enable 2-factor authentication on Instagram: Step-by-step guide

The surge in digital communication has pushed Instagram to the top of social media platforms. But, this fame has also made it a target of cybercriminals, resulting in a growing number of hacked accounts.

22 Dec 2024

Technology

When to use Instagram's block, mute, restrict, and report features

Instagram is dedicated to making the platform a positive and supportive place for everyone.

21 Dec 2024

Technology

Forgot your Instagram password? Here's how you can reset it

There are moments when a forgotten password can leave you locked out of your Instagram account. Thankfully, the platform offers a simple way to reset it.

21 Dec 2024

Technology

How to limit sensitive content on Instagram

Instagram offers options to limit sensitive content on your feed.

20 Dec 2024

Technology

How to invite people to join your Instagram Live broadcast 

Instagram's Live feature lets users stream videos in real time to their followers.

20 Dec 2024

Bengaluru

Unbelievable—IG account charging ₹99 to show-off Diljit fake concert experience 

In the age of social media, an Instagram account called "Get Your Flex" is exploiting users's Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO).

20 Dec 2024

Apple

Apple accuses Meta of jeopardizing user privacy through DMA requests

Apple has flagged Meta's many interoperability requests under the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA), Reuters reported.

20 Dec 2024

Adam Mosseri

Instagram's upcoming AI editing tools will completely reimagine your videos

Instagram is about to change the way you edit your videos forever.

19 Dec 2024

Technology

How to enable or disable comments section for Instagram posts

Instagram allows users to disable comments on their posts — either while publishing a new post or after sharing one.

18 Dec 2024

Meta

You can now schedule a post on Threads

Meta's social networking platform, Threads, is testing a new feature that lets users schedule their posts.

18 Dec 2024

Technology

How to block or unblock someone on Instagram 

Instagram connects us with people, but sometimes connections turn sour or content becomes overwhelming. Thankfully, the platform offers user-friendly features to manage who sees your posts and interacts with your account.

18 Dec 2024

Technology

How to share a note with others on Instagram

Instagram has a feature called 'Notes' to let users share short updates or thoughts with select people.

17 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun

'Pushpa 2' premiere stampede: Telangana Police to challenge Allu's bail

The Telangana Police is reportedly preparing to challenge the bail given to actor Allu Arjun in the Supreme Court, according to CNN-News18.

17 Dec 2024

Instagram Stories

How to create your 2024 recap collage on Instagram

Instagram has launched a new "EOY-themed Collage" feature for Stories to help you create end-of-year recaps.

17 Dec 2024

Technology

Instagram now lets you schedule direct messages: Here's how

No more scrambling to send birthday wishes on time! Instagram has rolled out a new feature to schedule your direct messages (DMs).

16 Dec 2024

Technology

How to donate to a non-profit fundraiser on Instagram

Instagram has a feature that allows users to donate directly to non-profit fundraisers on the platform.

15 Dec 2024

Technology

How to create a non-profit fundraiser on Instagram

Looking to support a good cause? You can easily create a non-profit fundraiser on Instagram!

15 Dec 2024

Technology

How to use hashtags in Instagram posts and boost reach

Instagram allows you to add hashtags in your post's caption or comments.

15 Dec 2024

Technology

How to report an Instagram account for impersonation

Instagram offers you a simple way to report an imposter account.

15 Dec 2024

Instagram Reels

How to replace muted audio on your Instagram Reel

Sometimes, Instagram users see that the audio track on their Reel gets muted. In such cases, it is possible to replace the track.

15 Dec 2024

Instagram Reels

Instagram offers text-to-speech for your reels: Here's how to use

Instagram has a fun way to enhance your Reels with text and audio, making your content more engaging and interactive.

14 Dec 2024

Technology

How to join a broadcast channel on Instagram

Instagram's "Broadcast Channels" allow creators to set up one-to-many public messaging channels to interact with their followers.

13 Dec 2024

Tom Parker

The Wanted singer Max George hospitalized due to heart issues

Max George, the lead singer of British-Irish boy band The Wanted, has been hospitalized over heart complications.

13 Dec 2024

Google

Google slammed for 'woke' Christmas ad featuring nonbinary influencer 

Google has come under fire for its new Christmas advertisement, starring nonbinary beauty influencer Cyrus Veyssi.

13 Dec 2024

Technology

How to watch reels with friends on Instagram video call

Instagram allows users to watch videos, reels, and photos with friends during audio or video calls without the need to share their screen.

12 Dec 2024

Technology

How to hide Instagram posts you're not interested in

Sometimes, you come across an Instagram post that doesn't quite spark your interest—maybe it's off-brand, irrelevant, or just not your vibe.

12 Dec 2024

Netflix

Netflix star dies at 37 of mystery 'serious illness'

Jose de la Torre, a Spanish actor best known for his portrayal of Ivan in the Netflix series Toy Boy, has passed away at the age of 37.

11 Dec 2024

Meta

Meta introduces new tools to combat online scams

Meta (formerly Facebook) has launched a global campaign to raise awareness about online scams.

11 Dec 2024

Technology

Instagram 'trial reels': What is it and how to use

Instagram has launched a new feature called "trial reels," aimed at giving creators a place to experiment with their content.

10 Dec 2024

Technology

How to share your screen in an Instagram video call

Sharing your screen during an Instagram video call is a valuable tool for collaboration, remote learning, and various other purposes.

09 Dec 2024

Dhanush

Buzz: Dhanush-Sydney Sweeney might team up for 'Street Fighter'

National Award-winning actor Dhanush is reportedly joining hands with Hollywood's rising star, Sydney Sweeney.

09 Dec 2024

Instagram Reels

How to add a voiceover to your Instagram Reels

Instagram Reels allows users to add voiceovers to their videos.

08 Dec 2024

Technology

How to archive a post you've shared on Instagram

Instagram lets users hide posts from their profile and followers, without actually deleting them.

08 Dec 2024

Technology

How to quickly delete your Instagram search history

Instagram logs every search term you enter, displaying them beneath the search box—a potential headache if you've been looking up someone you shouldn't.

08 Dec 2024

K-Pop

VCHA's KG files lawsuit against JYPE, alleges 'abuse and mistreatment'

KG, a member of the all-American K-pop group VCHA, has announced her departure from the band over alleged "abuse and mistreatment" by employees at JYP Entertainment.

08 Dec 2024

Aaliyah kashyap

Aaliyah Kashyap's pre-wedding festivities begin: Who's her would-be husband, Shane

The pre-wedding celebrations of Aaliyah Kashyap, daughter of ace filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, have officially begun. She is all set to marry her long-time boyfriend Shane Gregoire. The couple got engaged in 2023 after dating for more than four years.

08 Dec 2024

Hollywood

'Lies, hatred, disgusting commentary': Why Barry Keoghan quit Instagram

Barry Keoghan, the 32-year-old Hollywood actor, has deactivated his Instagram account after facing extreme online harassment.

07 Dec 2024

Instagram Reels

How you can stop others from downloading your Instagram Reels

Instagram lets you download Reels directly on your smartphone for offline viewing.

07 Dec 2024

Technology

Check how many hours you've spent on Instagram this way

Instagram, one of the most popular social media platforms, also provides a way to track daily usage.

06 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun

Janhvi Kapoor defends 'Pushpa 2' amid 'Interstellar' IMAX release controversy

Amid the controversy over the canceled re-release of Christopher Nolan's Interstellar, Janhvi Kapoor has come out in defense of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule's dominance on IMAX screens in India.

Meet Kavya Mehra, AI influencer winning hearts of Indian moms

We're living in the age of artificial intelligence (AI), and it's everywhere. From a style icon to a virtual granny who beats scammers, AI has left its footprint in every corner.

06 Dec 2024

Facebook

How to unlink your Instagram account from Facebook

The integration of Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger into a single ecosystem has simplified the task of switching between platforms.

05 Dec 2024

Mexico

Mexican actor dies after consuming deadly frog venom at retreat

Mexican short film actor Marcela Alcazar Rodriguez tragically died after undergoing a Kambo cleansing ritual at a spiritual retreat.

05 Dec 2024

Technology

How to create Story Highlights on Instagram

Instagram allows users to display their favorite moments from their Stories, right on their profile, using the Story Highlights feature.

05 Dec 2024

Bollywood

₹2,000cr drug case that kept Mamta Kulkarni away from India 

Popular Bollywood actor Mamta Kulkarni, who featured in films like Karan Arjun and Sabse Bada Khiladi, returned to India after 25 years recently.

05 Dec 2024

Technology

Instagram introduces 'Replies' for broadcast channels: How to use

Instagram has just upgraded its broadcast channels with new capabilities aimed at enabling direct interaction between creators and their followers.

05 Dec 2024

Technology

How to restore your end-to-end encrypted Instagram chats on Android

Losing access to your Instagram account can be distressing, especially when it involves private end-to-end encrypted chats. Thankfully, the platform offers a convenient method to restore these messages on your Android device.

04 Dec 2024

Bigg Boss

Payal Rohatgi seeks financial aid for father's cancer treatment

Indian actor and former Bigg Boss contestant Payal Rohatgi has publicly appealed for help to fund her father's prostate cancer treatment.

04 Dec 2024

Bombay High Court

Rupali Ganguly files defamation suit against stepdaughter Esha Verma: Report

Anupamaa star Rupali Ganguly has filed a defamation suit in the Bombay High Court against her stepdaughter, Esha Verma.

04 Dec 2024

Technology

How to reset Instagram's algorithm for a personalized experience

Instagram's algorithm, which decides what you see on your feeds, is a complex affair.

04 Dec 2024

Technology

Hack-proof your Instagram with these essential security measures

Instagram has become an indispensable platform for connecting with loved ones, showcasing creativity, and discovering new passions.

03 Dec 2024

Technology

How to share your Instagram posts to other platforms

Instagram isn't just a platform to capture and share your moments; it's a gateway to connect with a wider audience.

02 Dec 2024

Cancer

'Dawson's Creek's James Van sells merch for cancer treatment

James Van Der Beek, who starred in the 1999 film Varsity Blues, is selling Varsity Blues merchandise to pay for his colorectal cancer treatment.

02 Dec 2024

Belgium

Belgium 1st country to give sex workers formal employment contracts

Belgium has made history by becoming the first country to offer formal employment contracts to sex workers.

02 Dec 2024

Technology

How to make your Instagram account private

In today's digital age, it is essential to keep a check on your online presence.

02 Dec 2024

Abhijeet Bhattacharya

Why Abhijeet Bhattacharya's son upset over Dua Lipa's Mumbai performance

Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya is upset over not getting due credit after a recent performance by Grammy-winning artist Dua Lipa.

02 Dec 2024

Balika Vadhu

'Time to go home...': Vikrant Massey announces retirement from acting

In a shocking development, actor Vikrant Massey announced his retirement from acting at 37.

01 Dec 2024

Facebook

How to post Reels on Facebook: A step-by-step guide

Social media giant Facebook lets users post Reels on its platform. The feature is also available on Meta-owned Instagram.

01 Dec 2024

Bengaluru Police

'English-speaking' Bengaluru beggar not Frankfurt techie but college dropout: Influencer

A Bengaluru-based influencer named Sharath has debunked the viral story of a beggar named Krishna, who claimed to be a tech professional with experience in Frankfurt and Bengaluru.

01 Dec 2024

Technology

Top Instagram features that can enhance your DM experience

Instagram has launched a bunch of new features to improve the direct messaging (DM) experience of its users.

30 Nov 2024

Instagram Stories

How to save Instagram Stories on your smartphone

Saving Instagram Stories on your phone is a simple process that allows you to preserve your favorite moments.

30 Nov 2024

Technology

How to share stories with your close friends on Instagram

Instagram's "Close Friends" feature in its Stories section allows you to share content with a select group of contacts, giving you a chance to be a little more intimate and personal on the platform.

30 Nov 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Australian minister lauds Virat Kohli, reveals love for RCB 

Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli has found a high-profile admirer in Tim Watts, Australia's Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs.

29 Nov 2024

Technology

How to create a broadcast channel on Instagram

Instagram's broadcast channel is a potent weapon for content creators and brands looking to boost their online presence.