Viral image of Congress leader Sonia Gandhi holding a cigarette is AI-generated
What is the claim? A black-and-white photograph purportedly showing Congress leader Sonia Gandhi smoking has circulated widely on social media, with claims that it dates back to her youth. The…
Unpacking WhatsApp Myths: Jio Free Recharge & Unverified Claims
In today’s digital age, staying informed can be a challenge. WhatsApp, a popular messaging platform, can be a breeding ground for misinformation. This explainer tackles two recent examples circulating on…
Deepfake Alert: Sonakshi Sinha in a Golden Bikini? Not Quite!
A video circulating on social media has set tongues wagging, supposedly showing Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha strutting down the runway in a dazzling golden bikini. But hold on a minute,…
Influencer-model misidentified as Indian Army Captain Anshuman Singh’s widow
Fact Check: Influencer, Not Captain Anshuman Singh’s Widow, in Viral Video Claim: A social media video shows a woman in a yellow saree, labeled “martyr’s wife,” and claims it depicts…
No, BSNL Did Not Experience a Dramatic Financial Shift: Debunking Misleading Profit and Loss Claims
What’s the Claim? A social media post by Roshni Jaiswal, a prominent figure in Indian politics, has gone viral. The post alleges that Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-owned…