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MUMBAI: In the age of viral forwards and deepfake déjà vu, the government's fact-checkers are working overtime to separate fact from fiction. India's Press Information Bureau Fact Check Unit (FCU), operating under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, has flagged a total of 2,913 instances of fake news and misinformation linked to the Central Government, highlighting the growing scale of the information battle in the digital era. Tasked with identifying misleading content from AI-genera ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: Microsoft has introduced a series of significant updates to its Copilot research assistant, allowing users to leverage multiple artificial intelligence models simultaneously within a single workflow. The tech giant announced on Monday that it is integrating outputs from both OpenAI's GPT and Anthropic's Claude models to enhance the accuracy and reliability of its AI services, marking a shift toward a multi-vendor collaborative approach. The new features, which include a verifi ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to research labs or tech companies. It has quietly become an inseparable part of daily work life across sectors. From urban offices to the heart of rural farmlands, AI is reshaping how people work, learn, and measure productivity. In corporate India, companies are rapidly integrating AI tools into their everyday operations. Many firms are investing in paid versions of generative AI platforms and encouraging even non-technical employe ...Read More >
The government is taking steps to support traditional media amid rapid digitisation. Initiatives include TRP reforms, raising advertisement rates, and integrating RNI, CBC, and PIB for better coordination. Efforts also focus on improving transparency, outreach, and fact-checking, including a chatbot to verify online content and videos. The government has planned a series of initiatives to shield the conventional media from the disruptions expected due to rapid digitisation in the sector. Union ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government is preparing a series of measures to safeguard traditional media -- including print, radio, and television -- from the disruptions caused by rapid digitisation, Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. Speaking to reporters, Vaishnaw said the Centre is focused on removing regulatory hurdles in the media sector and introducing reforms in areas such as radio licensing and Television Rating Point (TRP) systems. ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ahmad Shah, the Pakistani child star who captured hearts worldwide with his viral "Peeche toh dekho" meme, has recently shared deeply heartbreaking news with his fans and followers. On Monday, Ahmad took to social media to announce a tragic loss in his family. Using the family's official Instagram account, he revealed the passing of his younger brother, Umer Shah, whom he affectionately called the "little shining star" of their family. The emotional post was shared alongside a sombre ...Read More >
Since October 9, 2023, banks no longer exchange Rs 2,000 notes. However, the RBI still provides this service at its 19 issue offices, including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Bhopal The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) frequently revises its currency policies, and one significant move was the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 notes, announced on May 19, 2023. At the time of the announcement, the total value of these notes in circulation was Rs 3.56 lakh crore. According to a Moneycontrol report, only Rs 6,017 ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 3 (ANI): In the ongoing second edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL), Central Delhi Kings' Yash Dhull lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium with a sensational century -- the first of DPL 2025 -- to guide his team to a commanding 8-wicket victory over North Delhi Strikers. Chasing a target of 175, Dhull put on a batting masterclass, remaining unbeaten on 101 off just 56 deliveries, laced with eight fours and seven sixes. His composed yet aggressive innings ensured Central ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government on Sunday termed "untrue" a WhatsApp message that claimed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had ordered banks to cease issuing Rs 500 notes via ATMs by September 30, saying no such instruction has been issued. The deceptive message also claims that 90 per cent of ATMs will cease issuing Rs 500 notes by March 31, 2026, and 75 per cent will do so by September 30. Additionally, it advises people to begin "liquidating" their Rs 500 notes and implies t ...Read More >
New Delhi: The PIB Fact Check recently debunked misleading media reports claiming that the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare had directed central government institutions to issue warning labels on popular Indian snacks like samosas, jalebis, and laddoos. The ministry clarified that its advisory only recommended displaying "Oil and Sugar Boards" in workplaces to promote healthier dietary habits, not warning labels on food products. However, social media fact-checker Mohammed Zubair has ...Read More >
New Delhi: Popular stand-up comedian Samay Raina, while appearing before the Supreme Court in a case related to allegedly mocking persons with disabilities, made a brief yet pointed remark that has drawn wide attention: "I support Mohak Mangal." The comment came in response to a reporter from ANI who asked Raina if he wished to say anything about the case. Avoiding direct remarks about the allegations, Raina instead chose to express solidarity with YouTuber and policy educator Mohak Mangal, who ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Linda Yaccarino has resigned from her role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of X, formerly known as Twitter, marking an end to her two-year tenure in the high-profile position dedicated to the social media platform. In an X post, Yaccarino shared that the role of CEO for X was a great opportunity in her career and thanked Musk for entrusting her with an "extraordinary mission" of protecting free speech and making X an "Everything App". She also thanked her team for their dedication, ...Read More >
New Delhi: A video circulating on social media claiming that India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar admitted to the loss of three Rafale fighter jets during a recent conflict with Pakistan has been found to be digitally altered using artificial intelligence tools. The video, shared widely on social media platforms including X, shows Dr. Jaishankar allegedly stating that India lost three Rafales after Pakistan retaliated during the military standoff that followed India's strike on te ...Read More >
"The Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025, introduced by the state government, aims to curb the spread of fake news and misinformation on social media by criminalising offenders. Many people fall victim to fake news on social media, often believing and sharing unverified information without fact-checking. As part of a crackdown on fake news 'Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025'has been introduced by the Karnataka government. "The Karnataka Misinform ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 4 (VOICE) The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MEITy) on Tuesday launched the TruthTell Hackathon, an initiative to create AI-powered solutions for detecting and verifying misinformation in live broadcasts. "The initiative is designed to tackle the urgent issue of misinformation, which is spreading faster than ever in live broadcasts," MEITy said. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting stated that the challenge for developers, data scientists, and media experts is ...Read More >
New Delhi: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday countered Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg's claims about the outcome of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, calling them "factually incorrect." During an interview with podcaster Joe Rogan, Zuckerberg had erroneously stated that most incumbent governments, including India's, lost elections in 2024. Minister Vaishnaw Responds Highlighting the error, the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting clarified on X (formerly Twitter): "As the world's la ...Read More >
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