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…
Floods in India: Over 24,000 Relocated as Heavy Rains Continue
At least 28 people have lost their lives, and more than 24,000 have been displaced in Gujarat, a western state in India, due to severe flooding triggered by relentless heavy…
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…
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: 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: 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.…