Explainer: Israel-Hamas Ceasefire – Will It End the War?
Introduction The recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has sparked hopes of peace in Gaza, as it promises the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Hamas prisoners and…
Explainer: Why DoT Wants Cybercrime Awareness Caller Tunes Played Daily
In an effort to combat the growing menace of cybercrime, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed telecom operators to implement a cybercrime awareness caller tune campaign. Here’s a simple…
Explainer: Staying Vigilant Against Investment Scams in the Digital Age
In today’s fast-paced digital world, the allure of quick and easy money has led many people down the dangerous path of fake investment scams. Fraudsters are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting…
Explainer – Maharashtra Election 2024: How to Identify and Avoid Misinformation
With the 2024 Maharashtra state elections fast approaching, voters are expected to encounter various claims of voter fraud, manipulated results, and election irregularities. Misinformation has always played a role in…
Explainer: Bombay High Court Quashes IT Amendment Rules on Fake News – A Victory for Press Freedom
The Bombay High Court recently struck down the Information Technology (IT) Amendment Rules of 2023, which empowered the Indian government to form Fact-Check Units (FCUs) to monitor and flag “fake…
Explainer: Kolkata Police have intensified efforts to combat the spread of fake news and misinformation
This explainer provides a detailed overview of the situation, the types of misinformation being spread, and the actions being taken by authorities to address these issues and how Kolkata Police…
Mollywood’s #MeToo Movement and Allegations that Rock the Malayalam Film Industry
The Malayalam film industry, often referred to as Mollywood, is experiencing a significant #MeToo movement, as numerous sexual abuse allegations have surfaced against well-known figures in the industry. The release…
Modi’s visit to Kyiv signals India’s potential role as a mediator in ukraine war
In a landmark visit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday to engage in peace talks with Russia to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.…
Explainer: The Kolkata Rape Case and Subsequent Protests after tragic incident
Incident Overview: A tragic incident occurred in Kolkata where a 31-year-old trainee doctor was found dead on August 9, 2024, at a government teaching hospital. The victim’s body bore multiple…
Explainer: UK Schoolchildren to Be Trained in Spotting Fake News After Riots
In response to recent far-right riots across the UK fueled by misinformation on social media, UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has announced a review of the school curriculum to better…