Fact Check

Government Refutes Concerns Over Ethanol Blending in Petrol

No potential negative impact on 20% ethanol blending in petrol; Centre debunks unfounded claims

The ministry emphasized that these concerns are "largely unfounded and not supported by scientific evidence or expert analysis." It further stated that the narrative suggesting ethanol blending in petrol is detrimental to vehicles or causes undue hardship to consumers is "not based on real facts and lacks technical foundation."

19 days ago

Fact check: ECI debunks viral claim of dog listed as voter in Bihar, labels it "fake and incorrect"

The claim, amplified by multiple political figures, including Shiv Sena(UBT)'s Priyanka Chaturvedi, Congress' Supriya Shrinate, and activist Yogendra Yadav, shared what appeared to be an official residence certificate issued in the name of a dog, complete with a photo and parental details humorously listed as "Kutta Babu" and "Kuttiya Devi".

25 days ago

Fact Check: Bigg Boss Fame Abdu Rozik not arrested; team denies theft allegations after confirming detention

Fact check: Bigg Boss fame Abdu Rozik not arrested; truth behind detention in Dubai

Soon after the news surfaced, Abdu Rozik shared an update on Instagram Stories and later uploaded videos from the award function. One of the clips featured him with his Bigg Boss 16 co-contestant and close friend, Shiv Thakare.

Jul 13, 2025

India Counters Misinformation on Embassy Official Recall

Fact check: Pakistan's claims on recall of embassy official from Jakarta debunked

The Fact Check report from the PIB highlighted that Captain Shiv Kumar continues to serve in his role as Defence Attache in Jakarta. It also clarified that the postings of Indian Navy officers of the rank of Captain fall under the jurisdiction of the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy), and not the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Jul 8, 2025

Did Shahid Afridi call PM Narendra Modi spineless after social media ban reversal? Here's the truth

Fact Check: Did Shahid Afridi call PM Narendra Modi "spineless" after social media ban reversal?

Several Pakistani cricketers, including Shahid Afridi's YouTube accounts, became accessible again in India after being suspended by the Indian government on the recommendation of the Ministry of Home Affairs following the Pahalgam terrorist attack in April. The Instagram accounts of Pakistani actors and cricketers have once again been banned.

Jul 3, 2025

Fact check: Truth behind viral picture of Virat Kohli "smoking a cigarette"

A picture of Virat Kohli 'smoking a cigarette' has got him trending on social media.

Jun 30, 2025

Fact check: MEA slams "fake" reports on Saudi visa issue; here's the truth

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday termed media reports of Saudi Arabia suspending issuance of block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India, as "fake", asserting that the Saudi government has not issued any notification on the matter.

Jun 9, 2025

India vs Pakistan conflict Live updates: Indian Navy attacks Karachi port with INS Vikrant; visuals and photos surface

Fact Check: INS Vikrant has not attacked Karachi port under 'Operation Sindoor'

Amid ongoing military tensions between India and Pakistan, several media outlets and social media channels have claimed that the Indian Navy, through aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, has launched strikes on Karachi, causing widespread fires and damage, including at the port.

May 9, 2025

Fact Check: No, WhatsApp is NOT recording your calls or using red ticks to alert govt surveillance

The viral WhatsApp message about red tick marks and government surveillance is completely false. WhatsApp has not introduced any such feature, and users' messages and calls continue to remain private and encrypted. Read more to know.

May 1, 2025

Fact check: No satellite-based tolling system from May 1

The government on Friday dismissed media reports about the nationwide implementation of satellite-based tolling system from May 1.

Apr 18, 2025

'Fake news kindly ignore': Prabhas' team shuts down rumours of actor's marriage Hyderabad Businessman's Daughter

Fact Check: Is Prabhas getting married to Hyderabad businessman's daughter this year? Here's the truth

Recently, new reports from News18 Telugu claimed that Prabhas is set to marry. However, surprisingly for his fans, the supposed bride is not Anushka Shetty. Furthermore, the wedding preparations are reportedly being overseen by his late uncle Krishnam Raju's wife, Shyamala Devi.

Mar 27, 2025

Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash's 'roka' pics

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