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Fact check: Video from Haj Bhavan claiming foul play in coronavirus tests is fake

Another video is being circulated on social media claiming that it has been shot at Haj Bhavan in Bangalore. Here's the truth.

Apr 6, 2020

Fact Check: JK state BOSE has NOT promoted class 10, 11 and 12th students, notification fake

According to the latest fake exam notification which has been circulated, states that the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education has decided to promote all the students studying from 10, 11 and 12 have been promoted to their next respective classes.

Apr 3, 2020

Constant sex kills coronavirus : True or false

Can 'constant sex kill coronavirus'? Viral post re-emerges online, but is it true?

Joining the growing list of coronavirus fake news is a viral screenshot appearing to be from CNN that claims "constant sex kills coronavirus."

Apr 3, 2020

Ayurvedic doctor from Bengaluru claims to cure Prince Charles of coronavirus: Is it true?

The ayurvedic doctor informed Union AYUSH Minister Shripad Naik that his formulation completely cured Prince Charles of coronavirus infection; the minister says that his formulation will be studied.

Apr 3, 2020

India lockdown till May 4? Viral screenshot about lockdown extension is fake

A screenshot of IndiaTV and AajTak informing about an extension in the lockdown period till May 4 is false and doctored.

Apr 3, 2020

Fact Check: Truth behind Amit Shah's '4-year plan' to change Kashmir demography

In the viral post, it is claimed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has told Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) cadres that he will change Kashmir demography in the next four years.

Apr 2, 2020

Fact-check: Are 400 pilgrims stranded at Vaishno Devi due to coronavirus lockdown?

Several media reports have claimed that as many as 400 pilgrims are stuck at Vaishno Devi due to the 21-day nationwide lockdown, which has been imposed to combat the novel coronavirus.

Apr 1, 2020

Pakistan PM Imran Khan tests positive for coronavirus is false

A viral message about PM Imran Khan being tested positive for coronavirus is false.

Mar 27, 2020

Top 10 Covid-19 fake news BUSTED: Reality behind viral photos, free Jio recharge & more

It is possible that you almost believed these fake news forwards on WhatsApp, creating a panic amid coronavirus pandemic. Here's a reality check.

Mar 26, 2020

Fact Check: Did Kanika Kapoor infect Prince Charles with Coronavirus?

A few pictures have surfaced online wherein Kanika Kapoor can be seen greeting Prince Charles at an event.

Mar 26, 2020

Fact check: Viral audio clip claiming 200 coronavirus cases in Nagpur is fake

Here's another viral misinformation making the rounds of the internet, creating panic among people.

Mar 25, 2020

No, Boeing employees in Bengaluru haven't been tested positive for coronavirus [Update]

An internal email from within Boeing had surfaced online, suggesting two Boeing employees had tested positive for coronavirus. The leaked email is false.

Mar 19, 2020

Viral audio note asking people not to go for COVID-19 testing falsely attributes to Dr Devi Shetty

The viral message, along with an audio clip, has been falsely attributed to Narayana Health founder Dr Devi Shetty is being shared on social media. In the audio, it is being advised that one should not get tested for the coronavirus.

Mar 19, 2020

No, BBMP is not spraying medicine to kill COVID-19 in Bengaluru tonight

A WhatsApp forward asking Bengaluru residents to stay indoors from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. while BBMP sprays medicine to kill Covid-19 is false. Read full story here.

Mar 18, 2020

Monetising Misery: Anti-coronavirus mattress claims to fight deadly virus

A Mumbai-based mattress manufacturer and retailer claims it has an anti-coronavirus mattress for Rs 15,000 each, but here's why those claims are inaccurate.

Mar 17, 2020

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