Fact Check: Fuel shortage in India due to global tensions
Claim Social media posts claim that India is facing (or about to face) a shortage of petrol and diesel due to rising tensions in West Asia and possible disruption of…
Explainer: Why India Wants to ‘Dramatically’ Deepen Ties with the European Union
Introduction India is looking to significantly strengthen its relationship with the European Union (EU) as global tensions—especially the ongoing Iran conflict—reshape geopolitical priorities. External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has said…
FACT CHECK: Is India Post Offering ‘Dak Seva Gifts’ Rewards?
Claim:A message circulating on social media claims that India Post is offering gifts and rewards under a scheme called “Dak Seva Gifts.” Fact:The claim is false. What Is Being Claimed…
FACT CHECK: Did Iran Attack Indian Oil Tanker ‘Oil Brothers Kraft’ Amid Middle East Conflict?
Claim:A viral video circulating on social media claims that Iran launched a heavy strike on an Indian-flagged oil tanker named “Oil Brothers Kraft”, causing significant damage while the vessel was…
Fact Check: Video Showing Major General CS Mann Saying ‘India Is Helping Israel
Claim: A viral video on social media shows Major General CS Mann allegedly saying that India is helping Israel and the United States against Iran and linking the conflict to…
Explainer: Why the Supreme Court Is Reviewing the Government’s Fact-Check Unit Rule
India’s Supreme Court has agreed to examine a controversial rule that allowed the central government to set up Fact-Check Units (FCUs) to flag allegedly fake information about the government on…
Explainer: India Passive Euthanasia
India’s Supreme Court has clarified an important legal question in cases involving passive euthanasia: how should courts determine the “best interests” of a patient who is in a permanent vegetative…
Fact Check: Is India Facing an LPG Shortage Amid Panic Booking?
Claim: Social media posts and reports claim that India is facing an LPG cylinder shortage, leading to panic booking and fears of supply disruption. Fact Check: Misleading — The government…
Explainer: How AI Could Expose Anonymous Social Media Accounts
Introduction Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the internet. From writing emails to generating images. But a new study warns that the same technology could also threaten online anonymity. Researchers have…
Explainer: How the US–Israel War With Iran Is Expanding Across the Middle East
Introduction What began as targeted strikes on Iran has quickly evolved into a rapidly expanding regional crisis. Over the past few days, the United States and Israel have intensified military…