How to Polish Your LinkedIn Profile
While other networks sputter, LinkedIn is growing. Here’s how to use the professional social network to highlight your accomplishments and skills. Key Points
WIREDShweta Basu Prasad feels ‘mediocrity’ is celebrated in Indian showbiz: A PR said my social media isn’t like that of an actor
Actor Shweta Basu Prasad says social media popularity and following is a ‘hoax’. She adds that mediocrity in the form of actors being cast due to social media numbers, is ‘celebrated’. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesLooking for a flat in Bengaluru? You will need to have a LinkedIn profile first
House hunting in Bengaluru is becoming a task for professionals. Amid all the rising prices and bills, now one have to make a strong LinkedIn profile to seal the rent deal in the city. Key Points
India TodayObese people with dysmorphia hide body behind WhatsApp profile pictures: Study
Many people who are living with obesity, suffer from dysmorphic disorder -- a condition in which a person has a distorted image of their body -- and... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWhatsApp won't allow you to click screenshot of a users' profile picture. Everything we know so far
WhatsApp introduces a new update that restricts users from taking screenshots of profile pictures, enhancing privacy features. The update has not been officially announced yet and is seen as a server-side push from WhatsApp. Key Points
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So, what's your SOKO rating?
A few years ago, 'Angel Priya' used to be one of the most popular fake names used on social media. Several men fell into the trap of believing there was actually a beautiful girl behind the beautiful name reaching out to them. Fast forward to today and people don't even bother to use a fake name. They make a fake profile using their real names. Key Points
The Economic TimesThreads app has a big problem, you can't delete your data without losing your Instagram account
While the Threads app is still in its initial stages, the biggest issue with it is that users can't delete their account data without losing their Instagram account. Here are all the details. Key Points
India TodayYou're on Tinder too early: Husband receives spooky messages from dead wife two years after her death
The Tinder user reveals that he was matched with his deceased wife on Tinder after two years of her death had passed. He shares that her profile had pictures of her that he had never seen before and she even told him things which only his wife knew. Key Points
India Today‘Show your LinkedIn profile’: Bengaluru landlord's demand for a tenant
In the chat, when he tried to negotiate a 2bhk flat, the broker asked him to share the LinkedIn profile as the owner was asking for it. The broker even said, “Can you please share a small write up about you?” in the chat. | Bengaluru News Key Points
Hindustan TimesNew WhatsApp privacy feature blocks profile picture screenshots in beta version; soon to be available for all
WhatsApp beta app for Android introduces a feature to prevent screenshots of profile pictures, increasing privacy. Users receive a warning when trying to capture screenshots, though no notification is sent for attempted screenshots. The stable version update will be available worldwide over time. Key Points
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A step-by-step guide to Canada's Express Entry programme
There are three federal economic programs - Canadian Experience Class , Federal Skilled Trades , and Federal Skilled Worker. You can only apply online if you are sent an invitation to apply. Key Points
Economic TimesJP Morgan bond index inclusion: Fitch foresees minimal boost to India's credit profile
The inclusion could serve to lower funding costs slightly, and support further development of domestic capital markets, Fitch said.However, the direct positive effects on Indias credit profile will likely be marginal in the near term, according to the ratings agency. Key Points
Economic TimesDating App Clinic: Expert says remove cat photos, write about personality
Your dating profile pictures shouldn't be selfies or all showing your pet, a matchmaker said. You should write a good bio describing yourself. Key Points
InsiderMake your dating profile better and crop your friends out of photos
You should crop your friends out of your dating profile's photos. Assume potential matches know you have friends. Take them out of your photos to avoid confusion, a dating coach said. Key Points
InsiderInstagram is working on a new profile layout, might do away with the square grid
Instagram is reportedly working on a new layout and with vertical grids this time. The beta version is currently available only to a limited number of users. Key Points
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WhatsApp brings back sending view once photos and videos to all desktop apps
WhatsApp is bringing back the the ability for desktop users to send view once videos and photos, enhancing user privacy. The company is also developing new features to display user profile information within chats and introduce voice chats for larger groups. Key Points
India TodayUPSC Civil Services Exam 2023: Correction window to open today at upsc.gov.in
UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023 correction window to open today, February 22, 2023. Candidates can make changes through the official site of UPSC at upsc.gov.in. | Competitive Exams Key Points
Hindustan TimesRemove dealbreakers and ultimatums from your dating profile
It's fine to have non-negotiables when you date, but you shouldn't list them in your profile, a matchmaker said. She offered tweaks for 40-year-old Ken's Hinge profile. Key Points
InsiderUS Embassy announces student visa process update effective Nov 27; check details
The US Embassy in India said that from November 27, all F, M, and J student visa applicants will have to use their own passport information when creating a profile and scheduling their visa appointment. This is done to prevent fraud and abuse of the appointment system. Key Points
Business TodayAlia Bhatt, wrestler Sakshi Malik feature on TIME's 100 most influential people list
Ajay Banga, Alia Bhatt, Satya Nadella, Sakshi Malik, and Dev Patel are recognized by Time for their influence globally. The profiles highlight their achievements and contributions to their respective fields. Key Points
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No more stalking, WhatsApp might soon stop you from taking screenshots of other profile photos
WhatsApp is reportedly working on another feature to enhance users' privacy. The messaging app might soon stop users from taking screenshots of others' profile photos. Key Points
India TodayDating App Clinic: Dating coach said add values, description of dream woman
You should aim to be a bit vulnerable on dating apps, a therapist and dating coach says. It can help you find compatible matches more easily. Key Points
InsiderA 25-year-old claims to be romantic, but a dating coach says his Hinge profile doesn't reflect that. Here's what he should change.
James doesn't share enough about the matches he's looking for on Hinge, a dating coach said. He should also replace his photos with clearer ones. Key Points
InsiderSEBI chief likely to appear before key parliamentary committee on October 24
Embattled SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch is likely to appear before the high profile parliamentary panel — the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) — on October 24. The panel which is headed by Congress MP KC Venugopal, has also summoned representatives of the Economic Affairs Department of the Finance Ministry on the same day. Key Points
The TribuneSeveral BJP leaders lose golden tick after changing display picture to tricolour on X
BJP leaders who changed their Twitter profile images to the Indian tricolour for 'Har Ghar Tiranga campaign' have lost their verified status. Among those affected were Chief Ministers such as Dr Pramod Sawant of Goa, Pushkar Singh Dhami of Uttarakhand, Shivraj Singh Chouhan of Madhya Pradesh and Manohar Lal Khattar of Haryana. The 'X' platform will review profiles of verified accounts and any changes will be restored if they meet guidelines. Key Points
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SBFC Finance IPO opens for subscription. Should you bid?
Considering the subdued ROE profile of the company as well as high post-issue adequacy of 50%, return ratios are expected to remain under pressure in coming years. We have a cautious view on the issue, said Incred Equities. Key Points
Economic TimesED's searches at corporates may tarnish business prospects, constrict funding access: Fitch
Fitch Ratings said that Indian law-enforcement agencies' investigations could potentially damage a corporate's business reputation and constrict funding access, particularly when there is reduced market confidence, despite no wrongdoing being identified. This warning comes after the recent searches by the Enforcement Directorate at Manappuram Finance. Key Points
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