Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : The social media spread of fake news has risen significantly with the increasing disputes between India and Pakistan. The government has not taken this matter lightly and believes that any form of information as such could lead to misconceptions, panic or even some type of risk during this very sensitive period.
???? Missile Attack on Delhi Airport?
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 10, 2025
An old video is being falsely shared as footage of a missile strike on New Delhi Airport.#PIBFactCheck
❌ This video shows a gas station explosion in Aden, Yemen, from August 2024.
✅ It has no connection to the current India–Pakistan… pic.twitter.com/pFqfDO50nm
PIB Looks Into The Matter of Viral Misinformation
The PIB (Press Information Bureau) has fact checked and tried to put a stop to the viral posts and videos. Some of these are:
???? Propaganda Alert!????
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 9, 2025
Social Media post falsely claims that an Indian post has been destroyed. #PIBFactCheck
❌ The claim is #Fake
✅This video is #old and NOT related to any activity post #OperationSindoor
✅The video was originally uploaded on YouTube on 15 Nov 2020
????… pic.twitter.com/w4oSpwM32A
A picture circulating the internet claimed the Government told the public to shut off their location services. PIB rejected this claim.
Old videos showcasing soldiers running away crying during a skirmish was covered by PIB. They clarified this had no relation to current matters or the Indian Army.
????Did 3 IAF Jets Crash in Himalayas? ????
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 10, 2025
Several pro-Pakistan social media accounts are falsely claiming that three fighter jets have crashed in different areas of the Himalayan region.#PIBFactcheck
- This claim is #FAKE
- The image being circulated is old, dating back to… pic.twitter.com/WZ9cBLWXWI
Indian Female Air Force pilot has NOT been captured????
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 10, 2025
Pro-Pakistan social media handles claim that an Indian Female Air Force pilot, Squadron Leader Shivani Singh, has been captured in Pakistan.#PIBFactCheck
❌ This claim is FAKE!#IndiaFightsPropaganda@MIB_India… pic.twitter.com/V8zovpSRYk
Al Jazeera covered claiming there was 10 blasts near Jamu and Kashmir srinagar. PIB quoted this as fake news.
???? Indian Pilot Ejected Over PoK? Here’s the Truth!
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 10, 2025
Posts on social media claim that an Indian pilot ejected from a fighter jet over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).#PIBFactCheck
❌ This claim is FAKE.
???? Don’t fall for misinformation. Always verify before sharing.… pic.twitter.com/u12T92qhr2
A viral image is claiming that an advisory has been issued, advising people to turn off location services on their phones immediately.#PIBFactCheck
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 9, 2025
- This claim is FAKE
- No such advisory has been issued by the GoI pic.twitter.com/8GmYpKXTkJ
???? VIRAL CLAIM ABOUT BATHINDA ON SOCIAL MEDIA! ????
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 10, 2025
Posts are being artificially spread, claiming that the Bhatinda Airfield has been DESTROYED! #PIBFactCheck
❌ FAKE ALERT!
✅ The Bathinda Airfield is FULLY OPERATIONAL and there is NO DAMAGE WHATSOEVER.
Don't fall for… pic.twitter.com/ihjkvyRbtH
Members of PIB ignored the claims that came forward regarding the explosion on Jaipur airport.
Why Social Media Complaints are Negative for Society
During nationwide stressful fake information can prove to be dangerous in terms of misguided public, panic agitiation, and even screening the civilization law and order that can prove chaos. Gloomy sensational posts are made with the aim of amass attention and misuse the pandemonium.
How to Check Facts about News Before Trusting or Spreading It
To keep yourself and those around you safe, follow these guidelines:
Verify the source: Only trust reputable news agencies or documents from government websites.
Check for detailed government announcements: One-line government messages are rarely accurate.
Check other sources: Seek out multiple credible sources. Accurate news is usually corroborated by trusted sources.
Be skeptical of anything that is only available on social media: These sources usually contain altered or fabricated content.
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