In today’s fast-paced digital world, misinformation spreads like wildfire, influencing opinions and shaping narratives. At NewsMobile, we’re committed to uncovering the truth behind viral claims, ensuring you stay informed with facts, not fabrications.
From manipulated videos to misleading images and false headlines, today’s roundup delves into the top stories that had netizens talking but didn’t quite hold up under scrutiny. Let’s dive into the facts:
1. Fact Check: 2024 Video From PoK Falsely Shared As Attack On Indian Security Forces
A video showing individuals throwing stones at a convoy of vehicles in a mountainous region, accompanied by gunfire and chants of “kill, kill, kil”, is widely circulating on social media. It is being claimed that people in Jammu and Kashmir are attacking a CRPF and CISF convoy returning after a ceasefire with Pakistan, leading to retaliatory fire and the deaths of nine stone-pelters who allegedly fell from the hillside. What’s the real story? Here’s the truth
2. Fact Check: Did Vladimir Putin Offer Fighter Jets to India Against Pakistan? Here’s The Truth
A video, showing Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying: “If Pakistan attacks India, I would like to help with fighter jets. I love the people of India”, is doing the rounds on social media. Debunk the myth here
3. Fact Check: Shreyas Iyer Falsely Shown With ‘Rashmika Mandanna’; Here’s The Truth
A viral photo circulating on social media claims to show cricketer Shreyas Iyer posing for a selfie with actress Rashmika Mandanna. The caption reads: “Shreyas Iyer and Rashmika Mandhana 🥰❤️”, sparking excitement and confusion among fans. What’s the real story? Here’s the truth
4. Fact Check: No, Flight Carrying Hajj Pilgrims From Mauritania Did Not Crash
As the annual Hajj pilgrimage commenced, a disturbing claim surfaced on social media suggesting that a flight from Mauritania carrying 220 pilgrims, with some versions suggesting 210, had crashed into the Red Sea. An image accompanying the claim added to its virality. What’s the real story? Here’s the truth
5. Fact Check: Viral Claim About Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Death Is False
A viral claim is circulating on social media suggesting that veteran politician, former Union Minister, and RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav has passed away. The post is accompanied by a video showing his younger son, Tejashwi Yadav, stepping out of a car. Find out here
