Fact Check: Was Dubai Really Ruled by the British?
Claim Social media posts claim that Dubai and other Gulf regions were once ruled by the British from India Verdict: TRUE Who Made the Claim? On January 8, 2026, Nick…
Explainer: How to Fact-Check Information and Spot Fake News
In the age of social media and instant messaging, false information spreads faster than ever. Fake news, misleading headlines, doctored images, and AI-generated content often appear alongside genuine news, making…
FACT CHECK: Did India Withdraw Large Funds From the UK Economy?
Claim A viral video circulating on social media claims that the Indian government has withdrawn a large amount of money from the United Kingdom’s economy. Verdict False. What Factcheck India…
Explainer: Why Media Literacy Matters in the Age of AI and Social Media
In today’s digital world, where information is available 24/7, the ability to recognize credible sources has never been more important. This essential skill is known as media literacy. It helps…
Fact Check: Are ₹500 Notes Being Discontinued by March 2026?
Claim:A message circulating on social media claims that the Indian government will discontinue ₹500 currency notes from March 2026. Fact Check: False What is being claimed? Several posts on social…
Explainer: ‘Super Flu’ in USA?
Seasonal illnesses are spreading rapidly across the United States just as millions prepare for holiday travel, prompting warnings from health authorities about a potential surge in infections. Influenza, norovirus, and…
EXPLAINER: Apple’s First Foldable iPhone
Apple’s long-rumoured foldable iPhone appears closer to launch than ever before. After years of cautious observation while rivals experimented with foldable designs, Apple may finally enter the segment — and…
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee at ‘Sadaiv Atal’ Memorial
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday visited ‘Sadaiv Atal’, the memorial of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, to pay tributes on his 101st birth anniversary. The prayer ceremony in…
Explainer: The “EPSTEIN FILES”
A new batch of court documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been released, reigniting global attention on one of the most controversial criminal cases in recent history.…
EXPLAINER: Tensions between the United States and Venezuela
Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have escalated sharply after Caracas accused Washington of piracy, military aggression, and an energy blockade following the seizure of oil tankers and increased…