Fact Check: Is Instagram Shutting Down?
Recently, a series of posts and videos have been circulating on social media, claiming that Instagram is set to shut down in just a few days. However, FactCheck India conducted…
Fact-Check: India Rejects Claims of Visa Ban on Six Bangladeshi Student Leaders, Labels It as Fake News
Claim: Reports from a section of Bangladeshi media claim that India has imposed a visa ban on six Bangladeshi student leaders due to their involvement in “anti-India” activities. Fact-Check Summary:…
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…
FACT CHECK: Did the Opening of Farakka Barrage Gates Cause the Recent Bangladesh Floods?
Claim:Some reports circulating in Bangladesh suggest that the severe floods currently devastating the country were partially caused by India opening the gates of the Farakka Barrage in West Bengal. Fact:The…
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.…
Fact Check: India Recently Bought 28 Islands from Maldives?
Claim: India has bought 28 islands from the Maldives for Rs 923 crore, described as a significant achievement of the Modi government. Verdict: False What Did Viral Posts Say? Several…
FACT CHECK: Did Uddhav Thackeray Really Bow Down to Rahul Gandhi? Unveiling the Truth Behind the Viral Image
In a world where social media can distort reality at the speed of a click, a recent image of Uddhav Thackeray purportedly bowing to Rahul Gandhi has captured significant attention.…
FACT CHECK: Has the Maldives Handed Over Its 28 Islands to India?
Claim: Social media is abuzz with claims that the Maldives has transferred 28 of its islands to India. Fact: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India has officially denied…
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…
Fact-Check: Kerala Schools Introduce ‘Fake News Detection’ Modules in ICT Curriculum
Claim: Kerala schools have introduced ‘Fake News Detection’ modules in their ICT textbooks for Classes 5 and 7, with plans to expand these lessons to more grades in the coming…