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Viral claim is false- KP Sharma Oli the only Nepalese prime minister who has never visited India

September 15, 2025September 15, 2025Usha Manoj

Nepal is facing a phase of political unrest, with Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli resigning amid widespread youth-led (Generation Z) demonstrations. The unrest stems from long-standing concerns over corruption, nepotism, unemployment, and widening inequalities, alongside discontent with restrictions on social media platforms. Amid his resignation users shared posts claiming that he was the first […]

Old Unrelated Video Of Pashupatinath Temple Going Viral Linking To The Recent Anti-Government Protests In Nepal.

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video allegedly showing an attack on the Pashupatinath Temple in Nepal went viral on social media with the claim that during the recent anti-government protests, protesters attacked the temple. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated […]

Ingredients in CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion are rumoured to be harmful. Check the facts.

September 11, 2025January 8, 2026Drabanti Ghosh

CeraVe is a dermatologist recommended skin care brand which has a variety of products like sunscreen, moisturising lotions, baby care products, cleansers, serums etc. It is enriched with essential ingredients which help to restore and maintain skin. However, social media users are raising concerns over the safety of the ingredients like homosalate, octinoxate, octocrylene, parabens, […]

Old video of a brawl between TRS and BJP workers in Telangana viral as public beating BJP workers in Bihar

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025Siddharth Sahu

A video related to the Bihar elections is going viral on social media. In the video some people are seen fleeing away after being chased by the mob. With flags in their hands, it looks like a political rally. Users are claiming that this is a recent video from Bihar, where the public is beating […]

Old video of Priyanka Gandhi taking a jibe at PM Modi falsely shared linking to row over remarks on his mother

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral video dates back to November 2023 and has no connection to the remarks made against PM Modi’s late mother. A video of Priyanka Gandhi addressing a gathering is going viral on social media, with the claims that she mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for “always crying,” allegedly referencing the incident where a youth […]

Starbucks India Did Not Appoint Dolly Chaiwala as Brand Ambassador

September 10, 2025September 10, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral claim circulating on social media asserts that Starbucks India appointed Dolly Chaiwala as its brand ambassador. The story gained traction across online platforms. However, Starbucks India has officially denied this claim, clarifying that it has never had any brand ambassadors in the country. Social Media Posts Posts and memes showing Dolly Chaiwala with […]

Kerala police have not registered a case for making Onam Pookkalam with the words ‘Operation Sindoor’ but for saffron flag in floral design

September 9, 2025September 9, 2025Usha Manoj

Kerala High Court has banned the use of political symbols and flags within a radius of 100 metres from the temple A post related to a pookkalam, (a flower arrangement traditionally made for Onam) laid out at a temple in Kerala’s Kollam district is going viral on social media. It is being claimed that police […]

Elon Musk Has NOT Signed a Deal for Netflix Biography Series

September 8, 2025September 10, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral claim circulating on social media alleges that Elon Musk has just signed a $13.5 million deal with Netflix for a 7-episode series about his “turbulent journey.” The post has generated widespread attention across platforms such as Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). However, our investigation finds this claim to be false and unsupported by […]

Unrelated video from Rajasthan shared as BJP workers looted a saree shop in Bihar

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from a sale at a saree shop in Udaipur, Rajasthan on 20 August 2025. It has no link to Bihar The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) had called for a Bihar bandh on 4 September to protest against the hurling of abuse at the mother of P M Modi during Rahul Gandhi’s recently […]

Ingredients in Major Prenatal Tablets are approved and the product is safe.

September 6, 2025September 6, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Major prenatal tablets are dietary supplements designed to support the nutritional needs of women before, during, and after pregnancy. They provide essential vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin E, along with important minerals to promote maternal health and fetal development. However, recently social media claims about major prenatal tablets are seen going viral. […]

Viral Video Claiming Weapons Found in Manipur Mosque is Actually From Myanmar

September 5, 2025September 5, 2025Mayur Deokar

A video is going viral on social media with the claim that it shows a huge recovery of weapons and cash from a mosque in Manipur. Fact Crescendo received several requests from readers on our WhatsApp Helpline (9049053770) to verify this claim. We found that the claim is completely false. The video is not from Manipur and […]

Jose Altuve Was Not Denied Entry to Louis Vuitton Store

September 4, 2025September 4, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral rumor circulating on online platforms claimed that Houston Astros star, Jose Altuve, was refused entry to a Louis Vuitton store because he was dressed “too casually.” The story quickly gained traction, with some posts even alleging that Louis Vuitton later issued an apology. However, we found that this claim is completely false. Social […]

AI Video: PM Modi is Not Giving Rs. 2000/Month to Ration Card Holders

September 2, 2025September 4, 2025Mayur Deokar

A video is going viral on social media, claiming that the government has launched a scheme that gives Rs. 2000 every month to ration card holders, including those without Aadhaar cards. The video shows Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing the scheme and YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra explaining the application process, making it look authentic and genuine. […]

False Claim links MP BJP worker Nek Mohammad Rizvi to PM Modi Abuse Case in Bihar

September 1, 2025September 1, 2025Mayur Deokar

A video showing a man using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother during a Congress rally in Darbhanga, Bihar, recently went viral. Following public outrage, the Bihar police arrested the accused, identified as Mohammad Rizvi, also known as Raja, from Bhapura village in Darbhanga. Soon after the arrest, several social […]

Video from Karachi goes viral as Jammu flood

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows floods in Karachi, Pakistan, that occurred in August 2025. Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir has caused severe flooding, particularly in the Jammu region, due to the overflow of the Tawi River. A portion of the road along the fourth Tawi bridge has been washed away in the floods following incessant heavy […]

Image of RSS workers engaged in relief operation in Uttarakhand goes viral with false claims

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025Usha Manoj

The viral image depicts RSS volunteers engaged in relief and rehabilitation efforts in Uttarkashi following the disaster. Uttarakhand has been hit hard by natural calamities this monsoon season. Heavy rains and cloudbursts wreaked havoc in various districts, now linking to this an image purportedly showing members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) carrying supplies on […]

Ocean Spray Diet Juices Safe: Presence Of Aspartame Claim is False

August 29, 2025November 7, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Ocean Spray is a well-known beverage brand that offers a wide range of fruit-based drinks. It was established in the 1930s in the US and then became popular worldwide. The brand has a variety of products including both normal and diet juice. Recently, social media users are claiming that Ocean Spray brand’s diet products contain […]

Dubai Video Falsely Shared as Salman Khan’s Flat Catching Fire in Mumbai

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025Mayur Deokar

A video showing a massive fire in a high-rise building is going viral on social media. It is being claimed that the incident took place at Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s flat in Mumbai. It has also been said that thousands of people died in this fire. Fact Crescendo received several requests to verify this claim […]

Lacura Moisturising Sun Spray contains approved ingredient and is not carcinogenic

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Lacura, a private-label brand owned by Aldi is an over-the-counter moisturising sun spray designed to provide protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Recently, consumers have raised their concern over the use of some chemicals as ingredients. Social media claims suggest that Lacura sun spray contains harmful ingredients like Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Alcohol denat., Butyl […]

This viral video of a mother and child falling into a flooded road from a moving bike is not from India, but Pakistan

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from Karachi, Pakistan, not related to India. A video of a woman and child falling from a bike into a flooded road is going viral on social media. The users who share the post claims that it shows India’s poor infrastructure. The story came to light just days after severe rains caused […]

No, Air France Did Not Spray “Air Freshener” on a Nigerian Flight

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral video circulated online claiming that Air France crew sprayed “air freshener” inside the cabin of a flight to Nigeria, supposedly to mask unpleasant odors. Some posts went further, alleging that the incident caused passenger distress and even vomiting. However, a closer look reveals that this claim is misleading. Social Media Posts A viral […]

Old Video From Puri Going Viral As Rahul Gandhi’s Recent Rally In Bihar.

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently a video of a massive rally went viral on social media claiming it to be Rahul Gandhi’s rally in Bihar. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The video is old and unrelated to Rahul Gandhi’s rally in Bihar. Here’s the fact check. […]

Cab drivers forcibly dragging travellers to taxis at the Tamil Nadu airport- What’s the truth

August 23, 2025August 23, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a couple’s dispute at the Coimbatore airport in March 2025. It has no connection with cab drivers. A video of a woman loudly confronting a man at an airport is going viral on social media with a claim that cab drivers in Tamil Nadu are forcing passengers into their vehicles. The caption […]

Food Regulatory Bodies Declare Canola, Corn, and Sunflower Oils in Tostitos Scoops Safe for Consumption

August 23, 2025January 8, 2026Drabanti Ghosh

Tostitos is a popular brand of tortilla chips and dips owned by Frito-Lay, a division of PepsiCo. They are a favorite snack for parties, gatherings, and casual snacking at home. But recently, social media users have raised their concerns about the oils used to prepare these. Tostitos Scoops uses three kinds of oils, namely corn […]

This viral video of massive crowd is not related to Rahul Gandhi’s rally in Bihar

August 23, 2025August 23, 2025Usha Manoj

This is an old video from Maharashtra not Bihar. On 17 August, 2025, Rahul Gandhi launched a Vote Adhikar Yatra in Sasaram, Bihar. The objective of the Yatra is to oppose the process of ongoing special intensive revision of the voters’ list in Bihar. Leaders of the INDI alliance are also participating in it. The […]

Video of a woman thrashed by police falsely shared linking to folk Singer Neha Singh Rathore

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Usha Manoj

The woman being thrashed by the police in this video is not Neha Singh Rathore, but another animal rights activist. A video showing female police personnel thrashing a woman inside a bus is going viral on social media with a claim that the woman is Bihar’s folk singer Neha Singh Rathore. Let’s check the truth […]

Ford Mustang Mach-E Crash Video Does Not Show Technical Failure

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral video showing a Ford Mustang Mach-E crash on a California highway has circulated widely on social media. The video has prompted claims that the electric vehicle experienced a catastrophic electronic failure, with locked steering and an uncontrollable accelerator. These claims have raised questions about EV safety. Our investigation finds these claims to be […]

Video of flooded metro station from Brazil goes viral linking to Mumbai rain

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from Brazil, during the flood in January 2025. It has no link to Mumbai As heavy rains have disrupted public life in Mumbai, now linking to this a video of a flooded metro station is going viral on social media. In the video, people can be seen sitting on the railings to […]

Viral Facebook Post Claiming Users Must Deny Meta Permission to Use Their Photos Is a Hoax

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025Drabanti Ghosh

A chain message telling Facebook users to post a declaration to block Meta from using their photos and data is false. No such policy exists, and privacy is managed through official settings. Image Credit: Brand Hopper A viral message is spreading across Facebook, urging users to copy and paste a statement on their profile to […]

This video does not show the flooding of the airport runway in Mumbai

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from Chennai Airport, which was flooded in December 2023 Heavy rains lashed Mumbai leading to severe waterlogging in several areas, and massive traffic disruptions, prompting the IMD to issue flood alerts and city-wide emergency measures. Against this backdrop, a video showing severe waterlogging at an airport has gone viral on social media […]

Viral Claim That WhatsApp Group Admins Must Enable Advanced Chat Privacy to Block Meta AI Is False.

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025Drabanti Ghosh

A social media post wrongly suggests Meta AI can access entire group chats and contacts unless Advanced Chat Privacy is enabled, but WhatsApp confirms AI only sees messages directly shared with it and all chats remain end-to-end encrypted. Image Credits:UC Today A viral post circulating on social media has raised alarm among WhatsApp users, particularly […]

2023 Chennai Airport Video Viral as Recently Flooded Mumbai Airport

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025Mayur Deokar

Several parts of Maharashtra are currently experiencing heavy rainfall, especially Mumbai, which has recorded its wettest August in the last five years. The Mumbai International Airport has also been heavily affected due to continuous rain. Amidst this situation, a video is going viral claiming to show severe flooding at Mumbai Airport. Fact Crescendo received several […]

Beyond Meat has NOT filed for bankruptcy

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025Cielito Wang

Recent social media posts and headlines have claimed that Beyond Meat filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. After investigation, we found this claim to be false. According to official company statements and industry reporting, Beyond Meat continues to operate normally, despite facing financial challenges. Social Media Posts Over the past week, numerous social media users have […]

Deepfake Video of Ukraine’s President Zelensky Belly Dancing Goes Viral

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025Mayur Deokar

A video apparently showing Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky belly dancing is going viral on social media. Some users are sharing this clip to mock him and to question the support he receives from world leaders. Fact Crescendo received several requests to verify this claim via our WhatsApp Tipline (9049053770). We found that the viral video is […]

BJP MLA beaten up for vote theft by public in Haryana- Know the truth

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a conflict between two parties at an electricity department’s office in Munak, Haryana and it dates back to 2020. Following the Congress’s allegations of irregularities in the voter list, complaints have been received from various states regarding this. Against this backdrop, a video is now viral on social media showing a BJP […]

Did Jawaharlal Nehru address himself as an accidental Hindu? No. The statement was falsely attributed to him.

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025Siddharth Sahu

A viral claim on social media suggests that Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, once described himself as an “accidental Hindu.” A quote attributed to him reads, “by education I am an Englishman, by views an internationalist, by culture a Muslim, and I’m a Hindu only by accident of birth.” However, Fact Crescendo found the […]

Video of sword attack on a bike rider goes viral with a false communal angle

August 16, 2025August 16, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from Ludhiana, Punjab and there is no communal angle in this incident. A CCTV footage of a bike rider being attacked with a sword by a man has gone viral on social media. In the video, we can see some women standing nearby see this and rush to save the victim, the […]

Video from Assam falsely shared linking to Bihar assembly election

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a clash between two groups during a gram panchayat meeting in Assam. The dates for the Bihar assembly elections have not been announced yet, but the election activities in the state have intensified. In this context, a video of several people thrashing a man with chairs is going viral on social media […]

Tesla Did Not Remotely Deactivate a Cybertruck Over a Rap Song

August 14, 2025August 14, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral video allegedly shows a Tesla Cybertruck being remotely “de-activated” on the road because the driver released a song titled “Cybertruck.” According to the claim, Tesla sent a cease-and-desist letter ordering the driver to stop using Tesla’s intellectual property. While the video spread across multiple platforms, our investigation confirms this claim is false. Social […]

Domino’s Pizza selling cheap products loaded with harmful ingredients? Know the facts.

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Domino’s Pizza is one of the world’s largest pizza chains, founded in 1960 in the United States. Known for its fast delivery service and customizable pizzas, Domino’s has found its place in people’s plate. However, in recent times, growing consumer awareness has led to concerns about the possible use of harmful ingredients in Domino’s pizzas. […]

Video of Gen Z protests in Kenya falsely shared as an attack on the Indian Army

August 13, 2025August 18, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows Gen Z protests in Kenya. It is unrelated to Indian Army A video of some people pelting stones on a military vehicle is going viral on social media with the claim that it shows an incident in India, where people allegedly attacked an Indian Army vehicle. Let’s check the truth. Facebook Post| […]

This viral video of truck narrowly escaping a landslide is not from Himachal Pradesh

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral video shows an incident from West Sumatra; Indonesia and it dates back to May 2024. It has no link to Himachal Pradesh Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the past week triggered landslides and flash floods which disrupted the life of Himachal Pradesh. In the wake of this several unverified images, videos, and […]

Video from Bangladesh falsely shared as Illegal immigrants preparing for attack in Assam’s Goalpara

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a political clash between two factions of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party in Kishoreganj district of Bangladesh. A video showing a group of people including men, women and young boys carrying long spears in their hands and marching in a line is going viral on social media with the claim that they were […]

Is Tesla Launching an Aluminum-Ion Battery in 2025 or 2026?

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025Cielito Wang

Several social media posts and online articles have discussed the possibility of Tesla launching an aluminum-ion battery. These sources mention potential benefits such as faster charging times, extended range, and innovative battery technology. As of August 2025, Tesla and Elon Musk have not officially confirmed these claims. The information currently available appears to come primarily […]

Fake notification goes viral regarding the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayat election

August 9, 2025August 9, 2025Usha Manoj

The government has not issued any such official notification regarding Panchayat Elections in J&K yet. A notification allegedly issued by the Jammu and Kashmir government has gone viral on social media claiming that panchayat elections have been announced in the state after November 2025. The document, allegedly from the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department. […]

St. Claire’s Tummy Soothers: Safe to Consume with Approved Natural Ingredients

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025Siddharth Sahu

St. Claire’s Tummy Soothers are organic herbal remedies to support healthy digestion and ease occasional stomach discomfort like gas, nausea, indigestion etc. It is made with many natural ingredients like ginger, peppermint, fennel etc. Although being herbal and organic, consumers have raised their concern over the use of few ingredients in the product. The claim […]

Old, Unrelated Video From Himachal Pradesh Going Viral As A Rescue Operation In The Recent Flash Floods In Dharali, Uttarakhand.

August 7, 2025August 7, 2025Debanjana baishya

On 5 August 2025, a cloudburst triggered a mudslide and flash floods in the Dharali village in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district which swept away many buildings. Rescue operations are going on and 65 people have been airlifted to Matli, officials said. Against this backdrop, a video of three people being rescued from a flooded river went […]

Fact-Check: Viral Dubai Emirates Flight Crash Video is Fake and AI-Generated

August 1, 2025August 1, 2025Drabanti Ghosh

A video showing a passenger aircraft crashing on a runway is going viral on social media. Many users have shared the video, claiming it shows a recent Emirates Airlines flight crash in Dubai, UAE. Fact Crescendo found that the viral video is not real. It has been digitally created using AI tools and does not […]

Did the beluga whales warn Russia before the massive earthquake? Viral claim is false

July 31, 2025July 31, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral video is from 2023 and it has no connection to the recent earthquake in Russia. It is commonly believed that animals can detect natural disasters before they occur. Stories about animals and birds sensing storms and earthquakes abound in the aftermath of natural disasters. Following the earthquakes in Russia videos purportedly depicting this […]

Old Tsunami video from Greenland goes viral as recent from Russia

July 31, 2025July 31, 2025Usha Manoj

This is an old video from Greenland and it dates back to 2017. A powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, 30 July 2025, triggering a Pacific Ocean tsunami warning. Destructive tsunami waves could reach areas along the coasts of Russia and Japan in the next three hours, according to […]

Old CCTV footage from Myanmar earthquake goes viral as the recent earthquake in Russia

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a CCTV footage from an electronics store in Myanmar when the earthquake hit the country in March 2025 A powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday 30 July 2025, triggering a Pacific Ocean tsunami warning. Destructive tsunami waves could reach areas along the coasts of Russia and […]

2017 tsunami video from Durban shared as Tsunami in Japan after the earthquake in Russia.

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a heavy tidal wave on a beach in Durban, South Africa, and it dates to back to 2017. A powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.8 struck off Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday 30 July 2025, triggering a Pacific Ocean tsunami warning. Destructive tsunami waves could reach areas along the coasts of Russia and […]

Old and unrelated image goes viral linking to recent Russian plane crash

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral image is from the Air India Express plane crash in Mangalore in 2010. An Antonov An-24 passenger plane carrying 48 people crashed in Russia’s far east on 24 July 2025 as it was preparing to land, killing everyone on board. Angara, a Siberian regional airline, was en route from Blagoveshchensk to Tynda, an […]

Satara Knife Attack Falsely Given Communal Spin; Accused Is Not Muslim

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025Mayur Deokar

A disturbing video showing a knife attack on a schoolgirl is going viral on social media. In the video, a teenage boy can be seen holding a knife to the girl’s throat in broad daylight while passersby try to stop him. Several posts are sharing this video with the communal claim that the accused is […]

An old video from Tamil Nadu shared as police beating women in Bihar

July 28, 2025July 28, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral video is not from Bihar but from Panagudi in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. The dates for the Bihar assembly elections have not been announced yet, but the election activities in the state have intensified. Meanwhile, a video is going viral on social media targeting the Nitish Kumar-led government and claiming that police […]

Morton Salts and Costco Pink Salt are safe and approved for consumption.

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Salt, one of the most common ingredients in almost every food and is available in the kitchen, has been a matter of concern for the consumers. Some recent social media posts had claimed that brands like Morton Kosher salts and Costco Himalayan Pink Salt contain anticaking agents and heavy metals which are poisonous and harmful […]

Video From Central Israel Going Viral Linking To The Ongoing Conflict Between Cambodia And Thailand.

July 25, 2025July 25, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently clashes erupted between Thailand and Cambodia on 24 July 2025, in an escalation of a long-running border dispute between the two countries. Against this backdrop, a video of a few vehicles and people gathering on a road went viral on social media. Sharing the video, users claimed that the video shows the Cambodian army […]

Old video of flooded airport from Dubai shared as Delhi airport

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from Dubai Airport, which was flooded in April 2024 Heavy rains lashed Delhi leading to waterlogging in several areas, particularly in parts of South and Southwest Delhi. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in several parts of the country until 27 July. Against this backdrop, a video showing severe […]

Use of Fragrance in Little Tree Vent Liquid made it toxic and carcinogenic? Check the facts.

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Little Tree Vent Liquid is a compact and convenient air freshener designed to clip onto your car’s air vent. It gives an aromatic experience using liquid scent for long-lasting freshness. But recently, consumers have raised their concern over the use of fragrance, an ingredient in the product. Social media users are pointing out that Little […]

A video depicting unrest in Colombia falsely shared as Muslims burning the house of an artist from the Udaipur Files

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Usha Manoj

This video from Colombia shows people setting a police station on fire after the police mistakenly killed a young man named Yulbert Barboza. Udaipur Files is a Hindi language crime thriller film inspired by the true events surrounding the brutal murder of Udaipur-based tailor Kanhaiya Lal. Delhi High Court had put a stay on the film’s […]

Man taking selfie with Rahul Gandhi in Lucknow court is not a judge; know the facts

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025Sagar Rawate

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, was granted bail by the MP-MLA court in Lucknow over his alleged remarks about the Indian Army. After this, a selfie with Rahul Gandhi started circulating on social media. People claimed that the man in the black coat seen in the photo is a judge. Fact Crescendo received several […]

Kanhaiya Kumar Criticising Rahul Gandhi? Here’s The Truth.

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025Debanjana baishya

On 9 July 2025, during the INDIA bloc’s Bihar Bandh protests, Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar and Purnia MP Pappu Yadav were stopped from boarding an open van where Rahul Gandhi, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, and other politicians boarded. Against this backdrop, a video of Kanhaiya Kumar talking about democracy went viral on social media. In […]

BlackRock Does NOT Own All Australian Banks

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025Cielito Wang

Recently, we found a claim alleges that BlackRock, one of the world’s largest asset management firms, “owns all Australian banks.” This claim has led many people to distrust big financial institutions and has strengthened conspiracy theories about powerful corporations controlling entire national economies. However, our fact-checking reveals that this claim is false. Social Media Posts […]

Old and unrelated video goes viral as a protest against the Bollywood movie Udaipur Files

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a massive protest against the passing of the Waqf Amendment Act in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu in April 2025 ‘Udaipur Files’ is a Hindi language crime thriller film inspired by the true events surrounding the brutal murder of Udaipur-based tailor Kanhaiya Lal. Delhi High Court had put a stay on the film’s release of […]

Old Video Of Asaduddin Owaisi Criticising Filmmakers Going Viral Linking To The Movie Udaipur Files.

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025Debanjana baishya

A controversy erupted on the release of the film “Udaipur Files” which is based on the murder of a tailor Kanhaiya Lal in June 2022. The film was set to release on 11 July 2025. On July 10, the Delhi High Court stayed the release till the Centre decides on pleas seeking a permanent ban […]

Ingredients in Neutrogena, CeraVe and Cetaphil are not safe for humans?

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Social media users are now accusing brands like Neutrogena, CeraVe, and Cetaphil of using harmful ingredients such as fragrance, PEGs, parabens, phenoxyethanol, and SLS in their products. They are claiming that these brands hide these ingredients behind “dermatologist recommended” labels. However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be misleading. All the ingredients in CeraVe, Cetaphil […]

Pureology shampoos contain harmful chemicals which are not fit for human consumption? Know the truth.

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Pureology shampoo is a premium hair care product specifically formulated for color-treated hair. It is Known for its sulfate-free and vegan formulas which cleanses while preserving hair color and vibrancy. It is also recognized for its signature aromatherapy-inspired fragrances. However, recently social media users raised concerns about the safety of the ingredients in the product. […]

BTS of Iranian film goes viral as Iran Publicly Executing Jewish Iranians

July 5, 2025July 5, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from the behind-the-scenes of the Iranian movie Bodiless and not an actual execution Amid the Iran-Israel conflict, a video of a man being hanged is going viral on social media with the claim that it shows Jewish Iranians being publicly executed by the Iranian government. The video suggests these individuals were accused […]

An Iranian Man Being Hanged In Front Of His Daughter For Posting Against The Iranian Government On Social Media? Here’s The Truth Behind The Viral Image.

July 4, 2025July 4, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently an image went viral on social media with the claim that it shows an Iranian girl watching her father being hanged for posting on social media opposing the Iranian government. The image is a collage of two photos, one showing a man smiling with a noose around his neck while the other photo shows […]

Old Unrelated Video From England Shared As A Recent Iranian Attack On Tel Aviv.

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a massive fire went viral on social media claiming it to be a recent Iranian attack on Tel Aviv. Facebook Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and not from Tel Aviv. Here’s the fact check. Fact […]

Video of Police stopping a violin concert in Kerala goes viral with a false communal angle

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025Usha Manoj

The Local police asked the organisers to stop the concert due to time restrictions. There is no communal angle in this incident. A video of a little girl stopping her violin playing in the middle of a concert has gone viral, with the claim that members of the Muslim community disrupted the live performance. The […]

Video From Tajikistan Going Viral As A Recent Iranian Attack On Israel’s Home Ministry.

July 2, 2025July 2, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a massive fire went viral on social media claiming it to be a recent Iranian attack on Israel’s Home Ministry. Instagram Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is from Tajikistan. Here’s the fact check. Fact Check We started […]

Old Image Shared As A Recent Attack On Israel By Hamas.

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025Debanjana baishya

An image of an explosion went viral on social media claiming it to be a recent attack on Israel by Hamas amid the Iran-Israel conflict. X Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral image is old. Here’s the fact check. Fact Check We […]

Diesel Plant Explosion Video From Mexico Going Viral As An Israeli Attack On Iran.

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of an explosion went viral on social media claiming it to be a recent attack on Iran by Israel. X Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated to the Iran-Israel conflict. Here’s the fact check. Fact […]

Old and unrelated Mayday call audio falsely shared linking to Ahmedabad flight crash

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral audio is related to another flight and has been available online since 2009. It has no link to the Ahmedabad flight crash The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on 12 June resulting in the deaths of 241 […]

Banana Sport SPF 50 sunscreen is safe to use. Ingredients in the product have been approved.

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Sunscreen is a skincare product designed to protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun. It helps reduce the risk of sunburn, skin damage, and premature aging. But nowadays people are concerned about the ingredients used in it. Recent social media posts are claiming that one of the known sunscreen brands Banana […]

Unrelated Video of a Medical Officer Being Humiliated Falsely Shared as Atrocity on a Hindu Teacher in Bangladesh

June 28, 2025June 28, 2025Harish Nair

A video showing a man wearing a garland made of shoes has gone viral on the social media platform X. The user who shared the video claims that the man was humiliated because he is a Hindu teacher in Bangladesh. The post further alleges that radical Islamists in Bangladesh carried out this atrocity solely because […]

Old Unrelated Video Shared As The US Airstrike On A Nuclear Facility In Iran.

June 27, 2025June 27, 2025Debanjana baishya

On 22 June 2025, the US attacked three nuclear facilities in Iran, the Fordow Uranium Enrichment Plant, the Natanz Nuclear Facility and the Isfahan Nuclear Technology Centre, as part of the Iran-Israel conflict that started on 13 June 2025. A video of an explosion went viral on social media claiming it to be a recent […]

Old Unrelated Video Shared As Medical Aids Being Sent To Israel From UAE Recently.

June 26, 2025June 26, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video recently went viral on social media with the claim that the UAE has sent medical aid to Israel amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The video shows an aeroplane landing on a runway and large shipments with “UAE AID” written on them. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, […]

This emotional video of father-daughter is not related to the Ahmedabad plane crash

June 25, 2025June 25, 2025Usha Manoj

This video of father-daughter is not related to the Ahmedabad plane crash, and it dates back to March 2025. The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on 12 June resulting in the deaths of 241 people, with only one passenger […]

Yakult Does Not Contain Cow Sperm

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025Cielito Wang

A bizarre rumor has resurfaced on social media claiming that Yakult, the well-known probiotic milk drink, is made from cow sperm. We investigated this claim and determined it is false. Social Media Posts Social media users shared a claim that “Yakult is made up of sperm of the cow.” across various platforms. Source | Archive […]

Do McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets Contain Silicone Oil?

June 23, 2025June 23, 2025Cielito Wang

Viral posts claim that McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets contain silicone oil, the same chemical used in caulking, contact lenses, and industrial lubricants. The substance in question, dimethylpolysiloxane, has sparked concern online, with many accusing McDonald’s of using “non-food” additives in its products. But is this still true? Our investigation finds that the claim is false and […]

Old Unrelated Video Shared As Moments Before The AI171 Crash.

June 21, 2025June 21, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of two people in a cockpit facing severe turbulence went viral on social media. Sharing the video on social media, users claimed that the video shows the moments before the Air India AI171 flight crashed in Ahmedabad. Thread Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim […]

Old Video From Gaza Going Viral As The Funeral Procession Of The Joshi Family Who Died In The Ahmedabad Plane Crash.

June 20, 2025June 20, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a crowd carrying a few body bags went viral on social media claiming it to be the funeral procession of the Joshi family who died in the Ahmedabad Plane Crash. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is […]

Video of a fire in a company in Bharuch in Gujarat going viral linking to Ahmedabad plane crash

June 20, 2025June 20, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a fire that broke out in a company in Bharuch in April 2025. It has no connection with the Ahmedabad plane crash. The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on 12 June resulting in the deaths of […]

Video Of A Mummy Of A Child From Ancient Egypt Shared As The Burnt Body Of A Child In The Ahmedabad Plane Crash.

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a burnt body in a wooden cot went viral on social media claiming it to be the body of a child of the Joshi family who died in the Ahmedabad Plane Crash. Instagram Link | Archived Link. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the […]

Old video of Rajasthan factory fire falsely shared as Ahmedabad plane crash

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025Usha Manoj

This video is from Rajasthan, and it shows a fire at a chemical factory in Hanumangarh. It is unrelated to the plane crash in Ahmedabad. The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on 12 June resulting in the deaths of […]

Vaxelis Combination Vaccine A New Terror For Children? No. The viral claim is false.

June 16, 2025June 16, 2025Siddharth Sahu

What is the Vaxelis vaccine? Vaxelis is a combination vaccine designed to protect children against six serious diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), and hepatitis B. It is approved for use in infants and children from 6 weeks through 4 years of age. Vaxelis helps reduce the number of injections a […]

Old Unrelated Video Shared As The Air India Flight That Crashed In Ahmedabad.

June 14, 2025June 14, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of smoke inside an aircraft went viral on social media claiming it to be the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad recently. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated to the Ahmedabad Plane Crash. […]

Video of Delhi apartment fire shared as visuals of Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

June 14, 2025June 14, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a massive fire that broke out in an apartment in Delhi’s Dwarka area. The incident occurred on June 10, 2025, at Shabd Apartment in Sector 13 of Dwarka. The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on 12 […]

Old Unrelated Video Falsely Shared as AI 171 Flight Weeks Before The Crash

June 13, 2025June 13, 2025Harish Nair

Air India Flight AI171, bound for London from Ahmedabad, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, resulting in the deaths of 241 people, with only one passenger surviving. As investigations into the cause of the crash continue, several videos have surfaced on social media claiming to show the incident or its […]

An image of the 2020 Air India Express flight crash shared as recent Ahmedabad plane crash

June 13, 2025June 13, 2025Usha Manoj

This image shows an Air India Express flight that crashed at Kerala’s Kozhikode International Airport in August 2020. The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on 12 June, 2025 afternoon. The aircraft lost altitude within minutes and crashed in the […]

Old plane crash images shared as recent Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

June 13, 2025June 13, 2025Usha Manoj

Both images are old and not related to the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. The first image is from the Kozhikode plane crash in 2020, and the second is from the Mangalore crash in 2010. The Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from […]

Viral Claim That Oreo Cookies Contain Flame-Retardant Chemicals Is False

June 13, 2025June 13, 2025Cielito Wang

A series of viral videos shared on social media shows Oreo cookies appearing to resist flames when exposed to a blowtorch. The unusual reaction sparked a wave of speculation online, with some users claiming the cookies must contain flame-retardant or even cancer-causing chemicals. Social Media Posts Multiple social media users shared videos of Oreo cookies […]

AI generated video goes viral as visuals of flood in Assam and Uttarakhand

June 12, 2025June 12, 2025Usha Manoj

This video was generated using Artificial Intelligence. Floods, on the other hand, have caused widespread devastation in the northeastern states. Heavy rainfall and the release of dam water caused severe flooding in Assam, affecting over 6 lakh people and causing widespread damage to homes, roads, and crops. Rescue and relief operations are ongoing as the […]

Old Video Of Father-Daughter Duo Falling Into A Pothole In Sri Lanka Going Viral As India.

June 11, 2025June 11, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently, a video of two individuals on a bike falling into a pothole while riding on a waterlogged road went viral on social media. Sharing the video, users claimed that the video was from India. Sharing the video, a user wrote, “Narendra Modi has made extensive use of space technology on road construction in India.” […]

Viral Video Claiming Trump Banned Tesla Production Is Fake

June 11, 2025June 11, 2025Cielito Wang

: Viral Video Claiming Trump Banned Tesla Production Is Fake A viral video circulating online claims that former U.S. President Donald Trump has immediately banned Tesla vehicle production in the United States following a public fallout with Tesla CEO Elon Musk. However, we found this claim to be false. There is no credible evidence that […]

Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pie Is Safe For Consumption. All Ingredients Meet Safety Standards.

May 31, 2025June 1, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Social media users have recently raised concerns about the ingredients in Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies, claiming they contain potentially harmful additives such as Titanium Dioxide, Red 40, Polysorbate 80, and TBHQ. The viral posts have asked the consumers to stop consuming the product and switch to a safe substitute. However, Fact Crescendo found the […]

Stone pelted on Indian soldiers in Kashmir? No. This is an old video from Pakistan Occupied Kashmir.

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025Siddharth Sahu

A video is circulating on social media platforms where a mob can be seen pelting stones on a convoy in a hilly region. Users are claiming that these are Kashmiri people who are pelting stones on CRPF and CISF jawans in Kashmir, India. However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. This is an […]

Old video from Yemen falsely shared as Balochistan Liberation Army attack on Pakistan Army convoy

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a military exercise conducted by the Houthi group in Yemen in March 2024. People in Balochistan have been fighting for years for a separate Balochistan from Pakistan. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has launched a string of armed attacks across Pakistan’s Balochistan province, claiming responsibility for over 70 strikes as part of […]

Has Jyoti Malhotra actually beaten up by people? Know the truth

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025Usha Manoj

This is a video from Bangladesh in February 2025, showing a woman being beaten for opposing the demolition of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence. Jyoti Malhotra, a travel vlogger and YouTuber from Haryana was arrested on 17 May, on charges of espionage for Pakistan. Against this backdrop, a video of several people beating up a woman […]

Coca-Cola, Ariel, KitKat, Garnier, Oreo and KFC are not Turkish Products.

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025Siddharth Sahu

After a recent terrorist attack in India, Turkey showed its support to Pakistan. This led to an anger among Indian citizens who called to boycott Turkish products. In a video viral on social media, a person can be seen walking and standing on bottles of Coca-Cola, and other people were tearing posters with names of […]

Is Ben & Jerry’s Selling a “FREE PALESTINE” Ice Cream?

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025Cielito Wang

A viral image circulating on social media appears to show a Ben & Jerry’s flavor titled “FREE PALESTINE.” The image has led some users to believe that Ben & Jerry’s has launched an official political-themed ice cream. Social Media Post Multiple online users have shared this picture extensively across social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, […]

Old Video From Beirut Port Explosion Shared As India’s Attack On Shorkot Rafiqui Air Base In Pakistan.

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a massive smoke and blast went viral on social media claiming it to be the situation in Shorkot Rafiqui Air Base after India’s recent attack. Facebook Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated to Pakistan. […]

Image Of Gamer Payal Dhare Shared As ‘Spy’ Jyoti Malhotra.

May 26, 2025May 26, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently, YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra from Hisar, Haryana, has been arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information and being in continuous contact with a Pakistani citizen. According to reports, she will be brought before a court in Hisar on Monday, 26 May, as her four-day police remand ends. Against this backdrop, an image allegedly showing Jyoti Malhotra […]

Bang Energy Drink is Safe to Consume. Presence of Citric Acid and Other Ingredients Does Not Make It Harmful.

May 26, 2025May 26, 2025Siddharth Sahu

Bang Energy is an American energy drink brand introduced in 2012 by Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX), founded by Jack Owoc. In June 2023, Monster Beverage Corporation acquired Bang Energy, and it is now distributed through Coca-Cola’s network. It was launched as a low-sugar, carbonated energy drink with a focus on high-quality nutritional supplements backed by scientific […]

Old Video From Gaza Shared As An Indian Airstrike On Pakistan On 13 May 2025.

May 24, 2025May 24, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of an airstrike on a building went viral on social media claiming it to be an Indian airstrike on Pakistan on 13 May 2025. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated to the conflict between […]

Bilawal Bhutto Dancing To A Bollywood Song? Here’s The Truth.

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a man and woman dancing to the Bollywood song “Besharam Rang” went viral on social media with the claim that the man dancing in the video is Pakistan Minister Bilawal Bhutto. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The man in […]

Old protest video falsely shared as a protest demanding independence for Sindhudesh in Pakistan

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a protest against the construction of six new Indus canals in Sindh and it dates back to February 2025. A video of a protest is going viral on social media with the claim that it shows the protest of people in Pakistan demanding Sindhudesh’s independence. Let’s check the truth Facebook Post| Archive […]

Old Video From Beirut Going Viral As Indian Airstrike On Pakistan.

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently a video of an airstrike on a building went viral on social media claiming it to be a recent Indian airstrike on a building in Pakistan. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The video is old and not from Pakistan. Here’s the […]

People In Pakistan Running Away After Operation Sindoor? Here’s The Truth.

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently a large number of people, bags and baggage, walking in a hurry went viral on social media. Sharing the video, users claimed that they were from Pakistan and that after Operation Sindoor, they were leaving Pakistan. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. […]

Concerned about TRESemme products containing PVP, Parabens and Phthalates? These ingredients are declared as safe.

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025Siddharth Sahu

TRESemme is a popular hair care brand founded in 1947 by Edna L. Emme. The brand offers a wide range of shampoos, conditioners, and styling products for different hair types and needs. It is now owned by Unilever. Recently, TRESemme products have become a matter of concern for the consumers as they contain ingredients like […]

An old image from Chernobyl nuclear plant falsely shared as Pakistan’s Nur Khan Airbase after India’s attack.

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025Usha Manoj

This is an old image of the control room of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine. Following the recent escalation of India-Pakistan conflict, an image of a destroyed control room is going viral on social media with the claim that it shows Pakistan’s Nur Khan Airbase after India’s attack. Twitter link| Archive link Fact Check- We […]

Old Video From Aden Going Viral Linking To Operation Sindoor.

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a massive fire went viral on social media, claiming it to be Operation Sindoor. Instagram Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated to Operation Sindoor. Here’s the fact check. Fact Check We started our investigation […]

No. The viral video does not show Nur Khan airbase destroyed by India. This video is from Sudan.

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025Siddharth Sahu

In a recent video, a vehicle can be seen driving through an airport with many damaged aircraft visible. Users are claiming that this is a visual of Nur Khan Airbase in Pakistan which was severely damaged in the Indian attack. However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. This video is from Sudan and […]

This is not the Azerbaijan PM acting inappropriately in the viral video

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025Usha Manoj

This is an old video, and it shows former Azerbaijani MP Huseynbala Miralamov acting inappropriately, not PM A video of an old man touching a woman’s back inappropriately is going viral on social media. By sharing this video, it is being claimed that, this man who misbehaved with the woman is the Prime Minister of […]

Viral Video of Tesla Cybertruck Withstanding Rock Impact is AI-Generated

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025Cielito Wang

A seemingly remarkable video showcasing the Tesla Cybertruck’s durability has been making rounds across social media platforms, garnering large numbers of views and shares. Social Media Posts A widely shared video appears to show a Tesla Cybertruck withstanding a direct hit from a large rock that was dropped onto it by construction equipment. The video […]

This viral image does not show Alia Bhatt with arrested YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025Usha Manoj

The woman in the viral image with Alia Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt is not arrested YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, but journalist Rana Ayyub. Jyoti Malhotra, a travel vlogger and YouTuber from Haryana was arrested on 17 May, on charges of espionage for Pakistan. Several images and videos from Jyoti Malhotra’s travel to Pakistan have recently gone […]

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

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025Usha Manoj

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 […]

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

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025Debanjana baishya

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 […]

Old Video From Bureij Refugee Camp In Gaza Going Viral As An Indian Airstrike On Pakistan.

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of an airstrike on a building went viral on social media, claiming it to be an Indian airstrike on Pakistan. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is an old video from Gaza. Here’s the fact check. Fact Check […]

Old image from Gujarat falsely shared as last rites of Rafale pilot killed in Pakistan airstrike

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025Usha Manoj

This image shows a mass funeral in Gujarat, for 15 schoolgirls killed in a tragic bus accident in 2008. An image of a burning pyre surrounded by people is going viral on social media, with the claim that it shows the last rites of Rohit Kataria, a Rafale pilot killed on 7 May in the […]

CISF mock drill video from Faridabad falsely shared as visuals of a terrorist arrested at the metro station

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025Usha Manoj

This video shows a CISF mock drill conducted at Faridabad Metro Station in June 2022 Amid the India- Pakistan tensions, a video of security personnel detaining someone at a metro station is going viral on social media. The users who shared the post claims that it shows a terrorist was arrested at Faridabad Metro Station. […]

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

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025Debanjana baishya

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 […]

Video Of An Israeli Airstrike On A Displacement Camp In Gaza Going Viral As An Explosion In Pakistan.

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of an explosion at a building and people running helter-skelter to take shelter went viral on social media, claiming it to be from Pakistan recently. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The video is from Gaza. Here’s the fact check. Fact […]

Old image from Texas shared as Pakistan fighter jets involved in the recent India-Pakistan conflict

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025Usha Manoj

As per sources, this image shows two U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcons conduct tactical training over Texas in February 2006. An image showing a cockpit view from a military fighter jet flying in formation with others is going viral on social media with the claim that it features Pakistan fighter jets involved in the […]

Old video from Bangladesh shared as Pakistan’s attack on India

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025Usha Manoj

This footage shows that a massive fire broke out at a garage near Taltala crossroads in the Khilgaon district of Bangladesh, in February 2025. A video of a massive fire at night is going viral on social media with the claim that it depicts Pakistan strikes on India, alleging that the Indian air Defense system […]

Old Video From An Iranian Missile Attack On Israel Going Viral As Indian Missile Attack On Pakistan.

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a missile attack went viral on social media, claiming it to be an Indian missile attack on Karachi, Pakistan, during Operation Sindoor. Facebook Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The video is old and unrelated to Operation Sindoor. Here’s the fact […]

Old Video Of Destruction Of Al-Farouq Mosque In Al-Nuseirat Camp Gaza Shared As A Mosque In Pakistan.

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025Debanjana baishya

Recently, a video of an attack on a mosque went viral on social media, claiming it to be the footage from a Pakistani mosque during Operation Sindoor. Facebook Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and from Gaza. Here’s the […]

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

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025Debanjana baishya

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 […]

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

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025Siddharth Sahu

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 […]

Old Video From Jebel Ali Port In Dubai Going Viral As Adani Airport In Gujarat.

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a fire and smoke in a large area went viral on social media, claiming it to be the current situation of the Adani Airport in Gujarat. Sharing the video, various Pakistan-based social media profiles claimed that Pakistan had attacked the Adani Airport in Gujarat and destroyed it. X Link | Archived Link. […]

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

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Harish Nair

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 […]

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

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Mayur Deokar

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 […]

This video does not show Pakistan’s missile attack on New Delhi AirPort.

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Usha Manoj

This viral video shows a gas station explosion in Yemen in 2024 August. Amid escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan, a video of a massive explosion is going viral on social media with a claim that it shows recent visuals of Pakistan retaliating against India. The caption states, “PAKISTAN RETALIATES, Big missile attack on New Delhi […]

Old Video Of Iran’s Missile Attack On Israel Going Viral As India’s Missile Attack On Islamabad.

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a missile attack is going viral as an Indian missile attack on Islamabad recently. Sharing the video, users wrote, “Big Breaking : A Pakistani guy uploaded this visuals of islamabad in tiktok . 💥💥 More details awaited soon” Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that […]

Old video of Iran’s ballistic missile attack against Israel shared as Lahore, Pakistan

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Usha Manoj

This is an old video from October 2024, when Iran launched Ballistic Missile attack against Israel. As the conflict between India and Pakistan intensified swiftly on 7 May, a video depicting missile hitting is going viral on social media. The video claims to show footage from Lahore of ballistic missiles striking following an Indian airstrike […]

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

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Debanjana baishya

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 […]

Video of protest against biogas plant in Ludhiana falsely shared as Sikhs protest against Indian Army in Amritsar

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Harish Nair

A video of a protest in an Indian village has gone viral on social media. Several Pakistani users have shared the clip, falsely claiming that members of the Sikh community in Amritsar raised slogans against the Indian Army. Below is the screenshot of the post on X by a Pakistani user, Eagle Eye, making this […]

Old Video Of A Pakistani News Anchor Shared Linking To Operation Sindoor.

May 10, 2025May 10, 2025Debanjana baishya

After the Operation Sindoor, a video of a Pakistani female news anchor went viral on social media. The video shows the female anchor becoming emotional while reporting. Sharing the video on social media, users claimed that the female anchor became emotional after India’s Operation Sindoor. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we […]

Old Video From A Chemical Plant Explosion In Texas Going Viral As Karachi Port.

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of an explosion went viral on social media, claiming that the video shows the Indian Navy destroying Karachi Port. X Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The video is old and shows an explosion at a chemical plant in Port Neches, Texas. […]

Old plane crash video from Philadelphia shared as destroyed Jinnah market in Lahore, Pakistan

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025Usha Manoj

According to sources, this is an old video of a plane crash from Philadelphia. It is not related to the recent airstrike by India on Pakistan. As the conflict between India and Pakistan escalated rapidly on 7 May, a video showing an open area destruction with several parked cars, engulfed in flames is going viral […]

The Video Doesn’t Show An Indian Airstrike On Pakistan.

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a blast on a building went viral on social media, claiming it to be the Indian airstrike on Pakistan. Instagram Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. This is an old video from Gaza. Here’s the fact check. Fact Check We started […]

Old video from Mumbai shared as Sialkot, Pakistan after Operation Sindoor

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025Usha Manoj

This is an old video of a massive fire in Mumbai’s Dharavi area due to a Lpg gas cylinder explosion. Not from Sialkot, Pakistan. India launched missile strikes on nine terrorist targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir in the wee hours of Wednesday, 7 May 2025. The attacks, known as Operation Sindoor, were carried out […]

Old Video From Gaza Going Viral As Indian Airstrike On Pakistan.

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video showing a few people roaming in a campsite, and then suddenly a bomb hits the place, causing the people to panic, went viral on social media. Sharing the video, users claimed that the video shows an Indian attack on Pakistan. Facebook Link | Archived Link However, as we investigated, we came to know […]

Video Of An Israeli Airstrike On Khan Yunis Going Viral As Indian Airstrike.

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025Debanjana baishya

A video of a bomb blast in a camp went viral on social media, claiming it to be an Indian airstrike on Pakistan. Facebook Link | Archived Link Instagram Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video shows an Israeli airstrike on Khan […]

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

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025Cielito Wang

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 […]

An Old Image From Gaza Shared As Situation Of Sialkot, Pakistan After Operation Sindoor.

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025Debanjana baishya

An image of a blast went viral on social media claiming it to be from Sialkot, Pakistan, recently. Sharing the image, users wrote, “Sunrise in Sailkot 🔥🔥🔥 Yes, Pakistan’s Sialkot is burning 🚨 #operation_sindoor is on 🔥 Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. […]

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

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025Siddharth Sahu

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. […]