As missiles flew and tensions soared between India and Pakistan on the night of May 8-9, another battle was brewing—this time, in the digital world, flooded with fake news and viral misinformation.
Even as official updates continued to emerge from Jammu & Kashmir, the Line of Control (LoC), and areas in Punjab, Jammu, and Rajasthan affected by Pakistan’s shelling and missile attacks, a parallel stream of misinformation began circulating widely online.
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On Saturday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Lt Col Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh addressed several of these false claims during a press briefing, aiming to clear the air. The government’s fact-checking arm, PIB Fact Check, also flagged and busted several viral posts spreading false or exaggerated information.
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Authorities have urged people to stay informed through official sources only, including government notices, verified helpline numbers, and confirmed relief updates. Citizens have also been advised against forwarding unverified content, especially sensitive details like troop movements, as the spread of misinformation continues online.
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