Social Media
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PM Modi requests supporters to remove 'Modi Ka Parivar' from their social media handles
India | Jun 11, 2024, 07:25 PM ISTSeveral people, including BJP leaders, showed support for Prime Minister Modi by adding 'Modi ka parivar' to their social media handles. This move came in response to a controversial remark made by RJD president Lalu Prasad, who stated, 'tell why you do not have any children or family.'
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All Eyes On Reasi: Why is it trending on social media platforms? I Know truth behind viral picture
World | Jun 11, 2024, 03:39 PM ISTSocial media platforms have been inundated with images of the killings under the hashtag #AllEyesOnReasi, reminiscent of the #AllEyesOnRafah movement that emerged after the tragic deaths of 45 individuals, including children, in the Gaza refugee camp.
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India cautions against fake jobs in Myanmar, advises not to accept employment offers on social media
World | Jun 03, 2024, 07:57 PM ISTThe Indian embassy in Myanmar has issued a warning to Indian citizens seeking employment in the country, advising them to be vigilant against falling prey to fraudulent or unlawful job opportunities.
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Fact Check: Fake screenshot claims PM Modi shared 'All Eyes On PoK' on Instagram
Fact Check | May 31, 2024, 11:55 PM ISTA screenshot allegedly showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Instagram story with the message "All Eyes on PoK" has been widely circulated online. However, Newschecker has verified that the image is fake, with no evidence of such a post on the Prime Minister's social media accounts.
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'All Eyes on Rafah': What does it mean and why millions are sharing the viral pic I EXPLAINED
Explainers | May 30, 2024, 10:43 AM ISTIn Rafah, Gaza, Israeli airstrikes have led to the tragic loss of life, claiming the lives of at least 45 Palestinians, among them many innocent children. Consequently, a wave of condemnation against Israel surged across various social media platforms with the hashtag- "All eyes on Rafah".
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YouTuber Bobby Kataria arrested for allegedly sending people abroad illegally
India | May 27, 2024, 11:05 PM ISTPolice raided Kataria's flat and office in Sector 109 and recovered many suspicious documents and cash from there. It is alleged that Bobby used to send people abroad illegally by luring unemployed young men and women through Instagram.
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'Is this a joke': Why UK's royal fans are infuriated with Kate Middleton's new portrait?
World | May 24, 2024, 01:34 PM ISTThe painting of Kate Middleton was drawn by British-Zambian artist Hannah Uzor and will appear in the July edition of the Tatler magazine. Uzor said she researched several pictures of the princess to honour her "courage and dignity" amid her cancer battle, but the painting drew intense backlash.
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US: 17-year-old rapper accidentally shoots himself while filming video on social media
World | May 21, 2024, 01:36 PM ISTPolice confirmed that the 17-year-old rapper died due to an "accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound" while filming a social video. While police did not disclose the identity of the individual, separate footage on social media identified him as the rapper Rylo Huncho.
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FACT CHECK: Actor Chiranjeevi's old video jumping queue during election misleadingly circulated
Fact Check | May 15, 2024, 09:58 AM ISTA video purportedly showing actor and former politician Chiranjeevi being reprimanded by a voter for attempting to skip a queue at a polling booth has been circulating on social media, implying it to be a recent incident during the ongoing general election.
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BJP Karnataka social media cell convenor summoned over controversial post
Karnataka | May 09, 2024, 10:55 PM ISTThe convenor of BJP Karnataka's Social Media Cell, Prashant Makanur, was summoned by city police over a social media post allegedly targeting SC and ST communities. Makanur was released on bail, while BJP President J P Nadda and IT cell head Amit Malviya were also summoned.
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Fact Check: Did Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi visit a temple during election campaign?
Fact Check | May 09, 2024, 06:32 PM ISTA social media post alleging that Asaduddin Owaisi visited a temple during his election campaign has been debunked. The claim, accompanied by a photo showing Owaisi with a garland next to a priest, was found to be misleading.
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CBI arrests 4 traffickers who lured Indians through social media, forced them to join Russian Army
News | May 09, 2024, 12:11 PM ISTThe CBI has arrested four accused in the case related to the trafficking of Indian nationals to the Russia-Ukraine war zone. The two accused Arun & Yesudas Junior alias Priyan, were arrested from Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. Watch to know more!
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Special cell's pan India operation nets terrorist designates and criminals: 10 arrested
India | May 08, 2024, 05:31 PM ISTIn a coordinated effort spanning seven Indian states, the Special Cell dismantled a criminal syndicate linked to designated terrorists Goldy Brar and Lawrence Bisnoi, resulting in the arrest of nine criminals and one juvenile.
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PM responds to animated video with humor amidst poll season, says 'I enjoyed seeing myself dance'
India | May 06, 2024, 11:49 PM ISTAn animated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi dancing surfaced on social media, eliciting a light-hearted response from him. PM Modi's humorous reaction to the video, shared by 'Atheist_Krishna', countered accusations of authoritarianism.
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Karnataka: 3 Booked for posting fake obscene image allegedly depicting DK Shivakumar
Karnataka | May 01, 2024, 11:29 PM ISTAccording to the police, the post on Facebook was allegedly shared by an account named "BSY" supporters and it was allegedly defamatory towards the Deputy Chief Minister.
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Lok Sabha polls: Delhi BJP to hold influencers' meet to increase voter outreach through social media
Delhi | Apr 20, 2024, 05:15 PM ISTLok Sabha elections 2024: Delhi's seven Lok Sabha seats will go to the polls in the sixth phase on May 25 (Monday). The BJP won all seven seats in the 2014 and 2019 elections.
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X withholds some political posts in India after Election Commission's takedown order
India | Apr 16, 2024, 11:55 PM ISTThe Lok Sabha polls are scheduled to take place in seven phases, commencing on April 19. While the ruling NDA aims to maintain power with Prime Minister Modi at the helm, the I.N.D.I.A bloc is seeking to unseat the BJP-led alliance.
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Elon Musk's X set to implement fees for new users' social engagement
Apps | Apr 16, 2024, 08:11 AM ISTElon Musk defended the fee introduction, citing the necessity to tackle spam bots that have plagued the platform. He argued that charging new users for writing access is crucial to reducing fake accounts and automated bots.
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X bans more than 2 lac Indian accounts in March, enforces strict policies
Technology | Apr 14, 2024, 12:16 PM ISTIt has been reported that X Corp has removed 1,235 Indian accounts which have been promoting terrorism on its platform. the action highlights the commitment of X towards combating the online threats, and further ensuring the user's safety.
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Why British PM Rishi Sunak's choice of sporting Adidas sneakers has created a furore?
World | Apr 11, 2024, 01:23 PM ISTSunak sported the trendy $100 Adidas Sambas sneakers during an interview over his tax policies at 10 Downing Street. However, social media users were displeased by his latest fashion statement, saying he has ruined the look of the well-known footwear.