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Altered Image Of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra With Akhilesh Yadav Going Viral.

Recently, YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra from Hisar, Haryana, has been arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information and being in continuous contact with a Pakistani citizen. Against this backdrop, an image allegedly showing Jyoti Malhotra with the Samajwadi party president Akhilesh Yadav went viral on social media. Sharing the image, users wrote, “Friends, what is this traitor […]

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Old video of a train fire accident in Pakistan goes viral as Pakistani train set on fire by people of Jammu

This video shows a fire on the Tezgam Express train in Pakistan’s Punjab region caused by a gas stove explosion in 2019. Following the recent escalation in the 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, a video showing several train carriages engulfed in flames is going viral on social media with the claim that it shows a Pakistani train set on […]

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Old Video From Yemen Going Viral As An Explosion In The Kirana Hills, Pakistan.

After Operation Sindoor, there’s widespread speculation claiming that India has bombed the nuclear stockpile in Pakistan (Kirana Hills). However, the International Atomic Energy Agency has refuted the claims of any radiation leak in the Pakistani nuclear facility. A video of a massive explosion went viral on social media, claiming it to be from the Kirana […]

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Old video of Pakistan Independence Day celebrations from Manchester goes viral with misleading claims

This video shows Pakistan Independence Day celebrations from Manchester, UK, in August 2024. Following the recent escalation in the 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, a video showing a large group of people waving green flags and celebrating on a public street is going viral on social media. Users who share the post claims that it shows Pakistanis […]

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Video Of A Person Replacing the “Tell Modi” Poster With The Poster “I Told Modi” Is Edited.

After the Pahalgam terror attack, one of the victims said that when she asked the terrorists to kill her as well (since they killed her husband), the terrorist said, “I won’t kill you, go and tell this to Modi”. Following the Pahalgam attack, India launched Operation Sindoor and destroyed nine terror bases in Pakistan. Against […]

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Old Video Of Pakistan’s Former Minister Fawad Chaudhary Going Viral Linking To The Ongoing Conflict Between India And Pakistan.

After Operation Sindoor, there’s widespread speculation claiming that India has bombed the nuclear stockpile in Pakistan. However, the International Atomic Energy Agency has refuted the claims of any radiation leak in the Pakistani nuclear facility. Against this backdrop, a video of Fawad Chaudhary, the former Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Pakistan, went viral on social […]

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Is Breyers no longer an ice cream? Unpacking the Viral Claims About ‘Frozen Dessert,’ Wood Pulp, and Ethylene Glycol

Ice cream is a popular food item. Many discussions about it occur on social media; sometimes, famous ice cream brands are targeted. This is our investigation into one such incident. Social Media Posts  Social media posts say Breyers Ice Cream no longer qualifies as ice cream; now, it`s a frozen dessert. The post further states […]

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Arma 3 Simulation Game Video Has Been Shared As Pakistan’s Retaliation After Operation Sindoor.

A video of a massive missile attack went viral on social media recently. Sharing the video, various Pakistan-based social media profiles claimed that the video shows Pakistan’s retaliation after Operation Sindoor. Facebook Link | Archived Link  However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is not a […]

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Old video of Israel’s attack on outskirts of Beirut viral as visual of India attacking Pakistan

In a terrorist attack that occurred in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, militants targeted tourists based on their religion, resulting in the deaths of 26 people. In response, India launched “Operation Sindoor” on May 6, 2025, conducting airstrikes on nine sites in Pakistan and POK.  Against this backdrop, a video of a bombardment on a city […]

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Pak Journalist Hamid Mir Shares Old Rajasthan Fire Video to Falsely Claim Udhampur Airbase Attack

Pakistani journalist Hamid Mir shared a video showing smoke billowing from a building as people make way for a fire engine. Falsely claiming it depicted the Udhampur Airbase being “destroyed by the Pakistani Air Force,” Mir circulated the clip with misleading intent. Below is a screenshot of his tweet containing the false claim. View post […]

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AI-Generated Apology Video of PM Modi Goes Viral, Claiming Defeat in War With Pakistan

After three days of artillery exchanges, India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced that both sides would “stop all firing and military action on land, air, and sea.”  However, several pro-Pakistan social media accounts began sharing fake apology videos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit […]

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Old Video From Turkey Going Viral As Turkish Fighter Jets Arriving In Pakistan Recently.

A video of fighter jets went viral on social media with the claim that these are the Turkish jets that have arrived in Pakistan after Operation Sindoor. Sharing the video, users wrote, “Top #Breaking News… 🚨 50 Turkish fighter jets arrive in Pakistan…🇵🇰  Thank you Turkey 🇹🇷  #IndiaPakistanWar2025″ X Link | Archived Link. However, as […]

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An old video of an IAF fighter jet crash is being falsely circulated with the claim that the Pakistan Air Force shot down the jet.

In the light of the current war between India and Pakistan, neighboring country’s social media users have been found to propagate many videos and images showing the level of destruction done by the Pakistan military to India.  Amid the ongoing tensions, a video showing an injured Indian pilot is going viral on social media. It […]

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‘Mock Tender’ at Publix Is Real Beef, Not Imitation Meat

A viral social media claim has raised concerns that Publix may be selling imitation meat products beside real meat, specifically items labelled ‘mock tender’ alongside real meat. The claim has gained significant traction across multiple platforms, causing consumers to worry about accidentally purchasing fake meat products. Social Media Posts A video has been spreading across […]

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An old video of Iran attacking Israel is being falsely shared on social media as a recent video of Pakistan attacking Amritsar.

In a terrorist attack that occurred in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, militants targeted tourists based on their religion, resulting in the deaths of 26 people. In response, India launched “Operation Sindoor” on May 6, 2025, conducting airstrikes on nine sites in Pakistan and POK. Pakistan had claimed that it shot down five Indian Airforce jets. […]

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Old video of a training fighter jet crash in Pakistan viral in relation to Operation Sindoor

In a terrorist attack that occurred in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, militants targeted tourists based on their religion, resulting in the deaths of 26 people. In response, India launched “Operation Sindoor” on May 6, 2025, conducting airstrikes on nine sites in Pakistan and POK. Pakistan had claimed that it shot down five Indian Airforce jets. […]

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Image of Wrecked RAF Hawker Harrier Falsely Shared as IAF Dassault Rafale

Early Wednesday morning, the Indian Army carried out targeted military strikes at nine locations in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan, focusing on terrorist infrastructure. The operation, codenamed “Operation Sindoor,” follows recent terror attacks in the Baisaran Valley (Pahalgam, Kashmir), which killed 26 Indian civilians.Following the strikes, Pakistani media, politicians, and social media users falsely claimed […]

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Old video of Israel’s airstrike on Hamas shared as India’s missile attack on Pakistan

The Indian military launched “Operation Sindoor” in response to the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam. As part of the operation, Indian armed forces carried out missile strikes on nine terror locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Following this, several videos started circulating on social media, claiming to show footage of the strike. Fact Crescendo received […]

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Old video of IAF Sukhoi fighter crash from Maharashtra goes viral with misleading claims

The viral video is from June 2024, when the Indian Air Force’s Sukhoi fighter crashed in Nashik, Maharashtra. India-Pakistan diplomatic relations have been strained following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. Reports suggest that both countries are moving towards retaliatory measures. Against this backdrop, a video is going viral on social media in which flames […]

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2020 Karachi plane crash video shared as a recent incident of a passenger plane being shot down by the Pakistan Air Force

The viral video depicts Pakistan International Airlines flight PK8303 crash near Karachi due to human error and it dates back to May 2020 India-Pakistan diplomatic relations have been strained following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. Reports suggest that both countries are moving towards retaliatory measures. Meanwhile, a video of thick smoke rising from a […]

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Old Fighter Jet Crash Image Falsely Shared by Pakistani Social Media as Indian Air Force Jets Shot Down During Operation Sindoor. 

In a terrorist attack that occurred in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, militants targeted tourists based on their religion, resulting in the deaths of 26 people. In response, India launched “Operation Sindoor” on May 6, 2025, conducting airstrikes on nine sites in Pakistan and POK. Pakistan had claimed that it shot down five Indian Airforce jets.  […]

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Video of Iran Bombing Israeli Airbase Falsely Shared as Operation Sindoor on Pakistan

Early Wednesday morning, India launched missile strikes on nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.  The strikes – dubbed as Operation Sindoor – took place as a response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack on 22 April. After the attack, social media was flooded with videos claiming to show the strike. Fact Crescendo received several […]

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Consumers Concerned About Gluten-Free Label on Trader Joe’s Crackers Containing Maltodextrin

Maltodextrin is a white, powdery carbohydrate commonly used in packaged foods as a thickener, filler, or preservative. It is majorly made from starches such as corn, rice, or potatoes and sometimes from wheat.  Recently, consumers raised their concerns over the tag of gluten free on packages of the products that contain maltodextrin. One common question […]

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Samsung Products Exploited in Phishing Scams Across the Region

Multiple Facebook pages have circulated claims that Samsung is offering major discounts on smartwatches and headsets for online orders. These promotions have gained significant attention across various regional social media platforms. However, Fact Crescendo has confirmed that these claims are false. SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM Numerous posts on Facebook have alleged that Samsung is offering significant […]

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Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1 in Swedish Fish, Candy Corn, Apple Jacks and Tropicana Twister meet safety standards. 

In recent years, growing awareness about food additives has led many consumers to scrutinize the ingredients in their foods. Few of the food additives which have become the center of discussions are artificial colors like Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1 etc. These additives are majorly used to enhance the visuals of the products. But […]

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Microplastics in Amulya Milk Powder? An Insightful Analysis

With the development of modern technology, plastic wrapping methods emerged. Plastic has been easing the modern human lifestyle. However, there have been many problems related to plastic usage, such as microplastics. This article focuses on another microplastic-related problem, milk powder contamination of microplastics. Social Media Posts  Social media posts suggest that Amulya milk powder from […]

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Ingredients in Reese’s, Peeps and Russell Stover products meet safety standards and safe to consume within prescribed limits

A video is currently going viral on social media which claims that brands like Reese’s, Peeps and Russell Stover use ingredients in their products which were proved to be harmful upon consumption.  The claim states that these products use ingredients like GMO Corn, artificial flavors, artificial dyes, mineral oils and TBHQ which are linked with […]

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Old Images Falsely Claimed as Americans Panic Buying New iPhone Ahead of New Tariff

Recent reports indicate that Americans are hurrying to purchase new iPhones before a new tariff takes effect. Then, two photos, which were widely shared on social media, claimed to show American customers eager to buy these devices in recent weeks. These images attracted significant attention online, leading to extensive discussions and interactions among users. However, […]

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TBHQ, Blue 40 and Polysorbate 60 in Ring Pop, Dunkin, Skittles, and other brands meet safety standards.

Currently, a video is going viral on social media, claiming that famous brands like Ring Pop Gummy, Dunkin, Peeps, Skittles etc have ingredients like TBHQ and additives like Blue 40 and Polysorbate 60 which causes serious health issues.  However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. All the ingredients and additives mentioned in the […]

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Old Altered BBC News Report Going Viral Linking To The Recent Violence In West Bengal.

Recently an image of a BBC Hindi news report went viral on social media. The report has a text in Hindi “टोपी लुंगी पहनकर संघ के लोग बरसा रहे थे ट्रेन पर पत्थर’: प्रेस रिव्यू” with two different images. One image shows a man wearing a Muslim cap in front of a burning vehicle and […]

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Video of lawyers’ protest against Advocate Amendment Bill goes viral as protest against Waqf Amendment Bill

The viral video shows lawyers protesting against the Advocates Amendment Bill in February 2025. The Waqf Amendment Bill, which was passed in the Lok Sabha on 3 April, 2025 with 288 members voting for it. The bill seeks to improve the administration and management of waqf properties in India. The All-India Muslim Personal Law Board has […]

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Is Grab Green Baby Witch Hazel Solution carcinogenic due to the presence of Sodium Benzoate and Citric acid?

Grab Green Baby Witch Hazel Soothing Solution is a gentle formula designed to calm and refresh delicate baby skin. It has continued to be a choice for parents for their babies. But recently, people started questioning the safety of this product.  Recent posts on social media claimed that Green Grab Baby Witch Hazel Soothing Solution […]

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Video From Bhagwanpur Tehsil, Uttarakhand, Going Viral As UP Police Against Madrasas After The Passage Of The Waqf Amendment Bill.

Recently a video went viral on social media with the claim that after the passing of the Waqf Amendment Bill, action against the Madrasas in Uttar Pradesh has been started. The video shows a group of police officers entering the premises of a Muslim man and the Muslim man bringing some documents from a room […]

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Asaduddin Owaisi Cracking Jokes With Fellow JPC Members After Passing Of The Waqf Amendment Bill? Here’s The Truth.

Recently a video of AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi allegedly cracking jokes with a few BJP members after the passing of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 went viral on social media. Sharing the video on Facebook, users wrote, “Saviours of minorities and democracy enjoying behind the scenes and laughing happily after passing Waqf Amendment Bill. Razakar […]

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Did The RSS Members Give A Guard Of Honour To The British Queen During The Independence Movement? Here’s The Truth.

Recently an image of a few people wearing RSS uniforms was forwarded to our 24X7 Factline number 9049053770. The image shows people wearing the uniform of RSS standing in front of Queen Elizabeth. Sharing the image, the user claimed that during the Independence Movement, the members of the RSS gave the British Queen a guard […]

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Viral image of child trapped under the rubble is not related to Myanmar Earthquake

The viral image is from Syria and features a child peeking through a hole in a house wall, not trapped in rubble in Myanmar earthquake. On 28 March 2025 a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck the Sagaing Region of Myanmar, with an epicenter close to Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city. It was the most powerful earthquake to strike Myanmar since 1912 reportedly killing more than 2,000 people […]

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Old video from Taiwan falsely shared linking to recent Myanmar-Thailand earthquake

The viral video was captured during an earthquake in Taiwan in April 2024 and is unrelated to the recent Myanmar-Thailand earthquake. On 28 March 2025 a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck the Sagaing Region of Myanmar, with an epicenter close to Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city. It was the most powerful earthquake to strike Myanmar since 1912 reportedly killing more than 2,000 people and injuring over 4,000. […]

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Are Tear-Free Baby Shampoos Hiding Toxic Numbing Agents? A Look into Koala Kubs’ Claims

There has been a lot of concern in social media about products and brands related to babies/infants’ consumption. Among those products, baby soap products are one such important category. Social Media Posts A recent post has gone viral by complaining about the safety of “tear-free” baby soaps and shampoos, claiming that they contain numbing ingredients […]

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Evaluating Claims About Cadbury’s Ingredients and Royal Warrant Status

When celebrities and popular people endorse food brands, those become popular quickly. When they abandon the endorsements, a lot of questions emerge about those brands. Cadbury Chocolates recently faced such a situation. Social Media Posts  Viral posts are being shared on social media, claiming that Cadbury’s products are no longer what they used to be […]

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Old Video From Sylhet, Bangladesh Going Viral Linking To The Communal Clash In Malda, West Bengal.

Recently clashes erupted between two communities in Mohanbari, Malda, West Bengal, leading to the arrest of 34 people. According to reports, on Wednesday, a preparatory rally for Ram Navami passed a local mosque. A section of people alleged that firecrackers were thrown near the mosque. On Thursday, as the news spread, a section of people […]

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Old and unrelated video goes viral as a protest against the release of Bollywood movie Chhaava in France

The viral video shows youths attacking a police vehicle during a video shoot in Pantin, France. It dates back to January 2021. Chaava, a Bollywood historical action film based on the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire was released in theatres on 14 February 2025. The film depicts his capture and execution by Aurangzeb’s forces. […]

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An old image from 2011 shared as Pakistanis died in the recent Balochistan Liberation Army attack. 

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) recently carried out a deadly attack on Pakistan. On March 11, they hijacked a train and took about 500 passengers hostage, leading to a violent clash. Later, on March 16, they attacked a security force convoy, killing several officers and civilians. Against this backdrop, a photo is going viral on […]

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Video Of Fuel Tanker Explosion In Syria Going Viral As Pakistan’s Army Headquarters Explosion.

Recently a video of an explosion went viral on social media claiming it to be a blast in the army headquarters of Pakistan. Sharing the video, a user wrote, “Another devastating blast at Pakistan’s Army Headquarters! The chaos continues as the world watches. How many more lives will be lost to Pakistan’s growing instability?” Facebook […]

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Rite n Lite drinks are approved by the Philippines food safety regulatory body. The drink is safe to consume

Rite ‘N Lite is a sugar-free, zero-calorie carbonated beverage brand produced by ARC Refreshments Corporation in the Philippines. It offers a variety of refreshing flavors, including Lemon, Peach, and Root Beer etc. It is also free from Aspartame which is used as a sweetener in many products.  But now the brand is being targeted for […]

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Alani Nu drinks are safe to consume. Ingredients like Sodium Benzoate, Acesulfame K and Sucralose are approved by food regulatory bodies. 

Recently, one of the famous energy drinks brand Alani Nu had been accused of using harmful ingredients like Sodium Benzoate, Acesulfame K and sucralose in its products. Users are claiming that these ingredients lead to serious health issues.  However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. All the three ingredients, sodium benzoate, acesulfame K […]

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Old video of Sunita Williams’ ISS entry goes viral as recent

This viral video is from June 2024, when Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore entered the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Boeing Starliner. NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth on 18 March 2025, after spending over nine months aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The astronauts went on an eight-day mission to space were […]

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The video of the demolition of an illegal construction in Indonesia goes viral as a mosque in Uttarakhand

The viral video shows the demolition of a illegally constructed building in a Fantasy Park in Indonesia. A video showing the demolition of white and green-coloured structures with tombs is going viral on social media with a claim that it shows a mosque being demolished in Uttarakhand. Facebook Post |Archive link Fact Check- We started our investigation with […]

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Old video shared as recent Pakistan train hijack incident

The viral video shows a 2022 train attack in Balochistan, it is unrelated to the March 2025 hijack of the Jaffar Express in Pakistan. On 11 March 2025, the Jaffar Express, a Pakistani passenger train travelling from Quetta to Peshawar with about 440 people on board, was hijacked by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). The attackers reportedly detonated explosives in tunnels and […]

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Video of a fire in Karachi falsely shared as Pakistan train Hijack

The viral video is not related to the recent train hijack incident. On 11 March 2025, the Jaffar Express, a Pakistani passenger train travelling from Quetta to Peshawar with about 440 people on board, was hijacked by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). According to officials, at least 71 people, including eight soldiers and all attackers, were killed in the attack and 37 […]

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Phishing Scam Targets Users with Fake Netflix Paid Review Scheme

A viral social media claim suggests that Netflix has introduced a public “movie reviewer program” that pays individuals to review unreleased movies. While this claim has recently gained widespread attention, Fact Crescendo’s investigation reveals it to be misleading. SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM A viral claim spread across social media platforms suggesting that the American streaming service […]

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Old Video Of BLA Leader Threatening China And Pakistan Going Viral Linking To The Recent Jaffar Express Hijack Incident.

A Pakistani passenger train, Jaffar Express, travelling from Quetta to Peshawar with at least 380 passengers on board was hijacked by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) on 11 March 2025. According to media reports, over 300 hostages were rescued and all 33 terrorists were killed by the security forces, but 21 passengers were killed. Against […]

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No, PM Narendra Modi Was Not Mocked By The Group Of Singers With The Song “Mehngai Dayain” In Mauritius. The Viral Video Has Been Edited.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Mauritius on 11 and 12 March 2025. Against this backdrop, a video of a group allegedly singing the Hindi song “Mehngai Dayain” in front of PM Narendra Modi in Mauritius went viral on social media.  Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the […]

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Did Apple and Google Remove International Women’s Day from Their Calendars?

While International Women’s Day is widely celebrated, recent social media posts have claimed that Apple and Google removed it from their Calendar apps, sparking widespread attention. However, after a thorough investigation, Fact Crescendo found that this claim is misleading. Social Media Claim Recently, a claim went viral on Facebook, stating, “Google and Apple removed Women’s […]

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Carrageenan in Kroger Cottage Cheese does not make it harmful. The product is safe to consume.

Kroger Cottage Cheese is a popular dairy product known for its rich, creamy texture and high protein content. It is one of the loved products when added to snacks, salads, smoothies etc.  Recent posts on social media showed concerns about the ingredients used in Kroger’s Cottage Cheese. People raised questions about the presence of carrageenan […]

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Pakistani player’s trousers slip down while trying to stop Virat Kohli’s game-winning shot? – Know the truth

The viral video is a compilation of footage from two different cricket matches. Virat Kohli’s brilliant innings led India to a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on 23 February 2025. Following this, a video is going viral on social media with a claim that “Virat Kohli’s last shot got […]

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