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Shruti Haasan and Santanu Hazarika Split After Four Years of Relationship

News on MEA 10 ArdorComm Media Group Shruti Haasan and Santanu Hazarika Split After Four Years of Relationship

Shruti Haasan and Santanu Hazarika have decided to end their relationship after four years together, with reports suggesting that they were living together before the breakup. The news was confirmed by paparazzo Viral Bhayani on Instagram, who shared a picture of the couple along with details about their separation. The Instagram post by Viral Bhayani mentioned that Shruti Haasan and Santanu Hazarika, who had been living together for the past couple of years, have now parted ways. Additionally, it was noted that they have unfollowed each other on Instagram, further solidifying the news of their split. Shruti also removed all pictures with Santanu from her Instagram account and took a brief hiatus from social media. Reports indicate that Shruti and Santanu’s relationship blossomed during the COVID-19 pandemic, initially sparked through social media interactions. In a previous interview, Shruti referred to Santanu as her best friend, stating that they were together by chance. She shared that they connected over their shared interests, with Shruti sending Santanu one of her poems, and he reciprocating by sharing his artwork. On the professional front, Shruti Haasan was last seen in the film ‘Salaar’, starring alongside Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran. She is set to appear in the Telugu film ‘Dacoit: A Love Story’, opposite Advi Shesh. Additionally, she has notable projects lined up, including her father Kamal Haasan’s directorial ‘Sabaash Kundu’ and an untitled project with filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj.

Meta Considers $14 Monthly Ad-Free Plan for Facebook and Instagram in EU

News on HR 4th Oct 2023 ArdorComm Media Group Meta Considers $14 Monthly Ad-Free Plan for Facebook and Instagram in EU

Meta Platforms is reportedly considering a new plan in which users in the European Union may have to pay up to $14 per month to access ad-free versions of Facebook or Instagram. Alternatively, they can opt for personalized ads on the free versions of these platforms. According to sources familiar with the proposal, Meta would charge approximately 10 euros ($10.46) per month for a single Facebook or Instagram account when accessed on a desktop computer, with an additional fee of about 6 euros for each linked account. On mobile devices, the cost for a single account would be around 13 euros due to commissions imposed by Apple’s and Google’s app stores. Earlier this year, Meta received a 390 million euro fine from Ireland’s Data Privacy Commissioner, which restricted its ability to use the “contract” legal basis for delivering ads based on users’ online activities. In response, Meta announced its intention to seek user consent in the EU before allowing businesses to target ads, aiming to comply with evolving regulatory requirements in the region. Now, Meta has informed European regulators of its plans to introduce the ad-free offering, referred to as “subscription no ads” (SNA), in the coming months for European users. A Meta spokesperson stated that the company values “free services supported by personalized ads” but is exploring options to ensure compliance with evolving regulations. As of now, Meta, Ireland’s Data Protection Commission, and the European Commission have not provided comments in response to Reuters’ inquiries. The New York Times initially reported on Meta’s consideration of paid versions of Facebook and Instagram without ads for EU users, although specific pricing details were not disclosed.