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…
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…
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…
FACT CHECK: Did Tripura Dam Cause Floods in Bangladesh? MEA Sets the Record Straight
Claim: Recent reports claim that the opening of the Dumbur dam on the Gumti river in Tripura triggered floods in Bangladesh. Fact: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirms that…
FACT CHECK: Is this TV Actress Dead? Viral Social Media Claims Debunked about Hina Khan
Claim: Viral social media posts and videos claim that popular TV actress Hina Khan has passed away, with reports alleging that she died in Germany and her body was brought…
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…