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Ready to risk their lives for 15 seconds of YouTube fame
Gone are the days when people needed pure talent and special skills to become famous. Todays generation wants instant fame and to achieve this they are ready to go to any extent by using various social medical platforms.
Such is the craze of getting noticed on social media that the youth are willing to even risk their lives not to talk about being booked by law enforcing agencies, landing behind bars or drawing the ire of the society. Experts say the sheer reach of social media is prompting youth to do something unusual, crazy or even dangerous to get instant prominence.
They pointed out that in the past, individuals used to gain fame for pure and raw talent or by developing skills in fields like music, dance, acting, art and literature but today social media has created pathways for those who do not possess any unique talent to get fame.
By making videos of a few seconds and uploading it on platforms like Facebook, YouTube and Instagram, the youth want to rise to fame quicker than making instant coffee. Many believe that various social media tools offer them an opportunity to become overnight celebrities globally.
While YouTubers and some others who have their presence on various social media platforms for the last few years continue to explore newer ways to increase their subscribers or get more likes, there are others who look to grab the fame with just one video of their daredevilry or even any unusual act.
The Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have recently witnessed several instances in which the youth resorted to something dramatic for instant fame.
The craze to shoot a video of him walking close to a high-speed train nearly cost the life of a 17-year-old youth in Telangana’s Hanamkonda district last month.
The 12th class student sustained grievous injuries when he was hit by the train while posing for a video. In the video, which went viral on social media but not in the way the youth wanted, he is seen perilously walking along the railway track near Kazipet railway station, heedless of the lurking danger from behind.
With his hands in pockets, the youth who was obsessed with shooting for a video, is seen walking along the track with a train approaching from behind. Within seconds the train hit him and he was thrown aside. His friend who was recording the video on a mobile phone is heard warning the youth before he was knocked down.
Chintakula Akshay Raju wanted to shoot a video with high-speed train in the background to upload the same on Instagram. This obsession, however, cost him nearly his life. He sustained injuries to his leg and hand.
In July, a video of a girl dancing inside the Hyderabad metro train went viral on social media.
Grooving to the Tamil song �Ra Ra’, the young girl filmed dance reels for Instagram.
As photography and videography is not permitted on the train or on the platform, Hyderabad Metro officials said they would take action against her for violating the rules.
The girl’s act drew mixed responses on social media. While some praised her for her guts, others called her act a nuisance and demanded action.
“Height of shamelessness… These girls behave publicly like this then what society we are living in. Stop this nonsense in public places, metro take action,” wrote a user.
In neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, five youths were arrested in July when they entered a wild boar enclosure in Visakhapatnam. Aged between 19 to 21 years, they entered the enclosure and began teasing animals to create an Instagram video. They wanted to increase their follower count.
The five accused jumped over the guard rail to enter the enclosure at the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park. The video of the incident went viral on social media. The youth teased and chased the wild boar for a few minutes.
One boar charged straight at the men and knocked one of them down. He was then seen scaling the enclosure wall to get out
The youth were arrested under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972.
Business
India should remain vigilant after Myanmar’s crackdown on cyber scam hubs

New Delhi, Oct 25: Amid the massive crackdown on cybercriminals in Myanmar, India needs to remain vigilant about numerous cyber scam centres in China-Myanmar border areas that target its citizens, according to a report.
The scam hubs in Kayin State, the Wa region, and the China-Myanmar border areas, where the central government’s reach is limited, lure victims with fake online job postings, confiscate passports, and force them to conduct fraudulent cryptocurrency and romance scams targeting victims worldwide, according to the report in India Narrative
“New Delhi, Beijing, and Bangkok have all demanded that Naypyidaw take action after hundreds of their citizens were trafficked into scam operations,” the report mentioned.
According to reports, a statement by Myanmar’s military information ministry said its forces had “cleared” KK Park, a synonymous with online fraud, money laundering and human trafficking for the past five years.
More than 2,000 people were detained, and around 30 Starlink satellite terminals used to maintain communications networks for scam operations were seized.
For India, these cyber hubs have become a mounting concern.
In March this year, the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that almost 300 nationals had been rescued from cyber-scam compounds in Southeast Asia, including in Myanmar. According to reports, up to 540 individuals were repatriated in a subsequent phase via Thailand.
Notably, a hybrid form of governance, blending armed-group control, corruption, and foreign criminal investment, has turned Kayin State into a cybercrime haven.
“For the Myanmar junta, the KK Park raid signals to neighbouring countries that it can enforce border security and control hybrid criminal-militia activities,” the report noted.
However, the challenges remain as the networks behind these compounds are deeply embedded in cross-border trafficking and crypto-fraud.
According to media reports, more than 5,400 Chinese suspects involved in telecom fraud in Myawaddy, Myanmar, have been repatriated in a joint crackdown on cross-border telecom fraud launched by China, Myanmar, and Thailand since the beginning of 2025.
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Gold records first weekly loss after nine-week surge

New Delhi, Oct 24: Gold ended a nine-week winning streak this week, with a sharp correction as the market reassessed a rally that had pushed prices into overbought territory.
The price of 24-carat gold (10 grams) ended at Rs 1,22,419 on Friday, down from Rs 1,23,827 from its previous close, according to data published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).
Spot gold fell 0.3 per cent to close at $4,113.05 an ounce in New York, resulting in a weekly loss of approximately 3.3 per cent.
The price for 10 grams of bullion closed last week at Rs 1,30,874, and the price had been declining throughout the week. Analysts said that the pullback was sharp, but the yellow metal pared losses on Friday due to a weaker-than-expected U.S. inflation report, which bolstered expectations for further monetary easing by the Federal Reserve.
This development also led to a slight decline in bond yields and an increase in bullion prices. Traders anticipate two rate cuts before year-end, a scenario that bolstered gold prices.
Investors also assessed the potential for improved US-China relations as US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping prepare for their upcoming meeting. There are forecasts that a de-escalation of trade tensions may lessen demand for safe-haven assets like gold.
A recent correction occurred after a strong rally that started in mid-August, which saw prices reach an all-time high of $4,381.52 an ounce on Monday. Profit-taking and significant outflows from gold-backed ETFs intensified the selling pressure.
Gold is up by 57 per cent this year, driven by central-bank purchases, dovish signals from the US Federal Reserve and strong ETF inflows.
Earlier this week, a Ventura Securities report said that gold has generated returns of approximately 63 per cent in rupee terms since last Dhanteras, and a possible rally towards Rs.1.5 lakh per 10 grams is possible by 2026.
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Apple’s first foldable iPhone in late 2026 set to redefine experiences

New Delhi, Oct 25: Apple’s foldable, expected around late 2026, could redefine consumer expectations and push foldables into a new mainstream adoption phase, according to a new report.
The biggest structural shift is expected in late 2026, when Apple’s first foldable iPhone is expected to debut.
According to the Counterpoint Research report, Apple’s entry would instantly expand consumer awareness and accelerate replacement demand across high-income segments.
Given Apple’s ecosystem influence, its launch year could dramatically reshape brand dynamics, lifting total market volumes.
The report predicts the US foldable smartphone market to grow 68 per cent (on-year) in 2025, as it enters a period of solid growth after several years of experimentation.
The growth is being driven by broader form factor adoption, improved durability of foldable designs and more diversified portfolios from multiple brands.
This year, portfolio expansion and ecosystem readiness are defining the market.
Samsung is set to maintain its leadership with the refreshed Galaxy Z Fold and Flip lineup, having added an FE variant to broaden accessibility, while also preparing to unveil its long-awaited tri-fold device later in the year.
Meanwhile, Motorola is rapidly scaling its Razr series through wider carrier partnerships in the prepaid market, narrowing the share gap with Samsung faster than in prior cycles.
According to the report, Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold, launched in October 2025, sits between Samsung’s premium offerings and Motorola’s lifestyle-driven designs, testing how effectively the brand can turn its AI-first Android experiences into tangible hardware differentiation.
Liz Lee, Associate Director at Counterpoint Research said that while Samsung continues to lead in maturity and ecosystem strength in 2025, Motorola’s rapid expansion in the clamshell segment and Google’s AI-driven approach are reshaping competition.
Apple’s eventual arrival in 2026 will not only expand the market but also cement foldables as a mainstream premium smartphone format, Lee mentioned.
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