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Modi fact check calls foreign travel tax report fake as details circulate online

Modi fact check calls foreign travel tax report fake as details circulate online

A report circulating online claimed the government was mulling a tax on foreign travel and attributed it to PM Narendra Modi. However, a fact-check branded the story as “totally false,” warning readers not to treat the allegation as credible. The brief item, shared in the context of India news updates, points to misinformation spreading through social media and highlights the need for verification before sharing policy-linked claims.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026
Health officials tackle hantavirus panic by borrowing lessons from COVID misinformation playbooks

Health officials tackle hantavirus panic by borrowing lessons from COVID misinformation playbooks

A hantavirus outbreak tied to a quarantined luxury cruise ship in the Atlantic has reignited COVID-era online panic, forcing health officials to rethink communication. Officials say the Andes strain is not new and is unlikely to trigger a pandemic, yet knowledge gaps and misinformation are fueling fear of lockdowns and unproven treatments. They’re emphasizing transparent, evidence-based messaging to balance concern with reassurance, while warning that trust has been eroded by slow and inconsistent COVID responses.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026

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PIB Fact Check Slams Viral Claim RBI Will Pull ₹500 Notes, Urges Public to Ignore Misinformation

PIB Fact Check Slams Viral Claim RBI Will Pull ₹500 Notes, Urges Public to Ignore Misinformation

The PIB has moved to crush viral social media rumors claiming the RBI plans to discontinue the ₹500 currency note. The scare began with an Instagram reel from the account “insightswithnicky,” which alleged the denomination would soon be withdrawn and become invalid. In its official fact check, PIB said there is no such announcement from the RBI and confirmed ₹500 notes remain legal tender with no plans for removal from the banking system. Authorities urged people to rely only on verified official sources.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
India denies evacuation plan via Fujairah port as MEA calls reports misinformation

India denies evacuation plan via Fujairah port as MEA calls reports misinformation

The Ministry of External Affairs has rejected media claims that India is planning an evacuation of its citizens from the UAE through Fujairah port amid rising tensions in the region. The government said there is no such plan in place and asked people to follow official advisories, warning against misinformation circulating online.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Kolkata Police Warns of Fake Bengal Social Media Posts and Promises Legal Action

Kolkata Police Warns of Fake Bengal Social Media Posts and Promises Legal Action

Kolkata Police have issued a stern advisory on X after noticing misleading posts and videos spreading on social media about West Bengal and Kolkata. The force says preliminary verification shows the visuals originated from other locations and are not connected to the state or city. Police warn citizens against sharing such misinformation and indicate legal action against those responsible.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 7 May 2026
Meloni Warns Italy About AI Deepfakes as Fake Her Photos Spread Online

Meloni Warns Italy About AI Deepfakes as Fake Her Photos Spread Online

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has warned that AI deepfakes of her are circulating online, with fake photos reportedly amplified by political opponents. She warned the misinformation can deceive and manipulate people, especially those unable to verify authenticity. Meloni urged the public to check sources and avoid sharing unverified content, stressing the growing political threat posed by synthetic media.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026

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Fake Jabalpur mother son photo exposed as recovered bodies show shocking final attempt to save a child

Fake Jabalpur mother son photo exposed as recovered bodies show shocking final attempt to save a child

A viral photo from the Jabalpur boat tragedy claiming to show a mother and her four-year-old son has been found fake. In the actual recovered bodies, the woman is reported to have been holding her child tightly, shielding him as the cabin flooded. Officials say the mother likely tried to create an air pocket and protect him in her last moments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Jabalpur boat tragedy officials deny viral mother child photo is linked to Bargi Dam incident

Jabalpur boat tragedy officials deny viral mother child photo is linked to Bargi Dam incident

Jabalpur officials have dismissed a viral mother and child photograph circulating online, saying it has no connection to the Bargi Dam cruise accident. Authorities claim the image may be AI-generated or taken from an unrelated incident, and warn it is adding distress while rescue operations continue. The clarification aims to curb misinformation during the crisis.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Trump escape from shooting sparks fresh claims he staged it for sympathy online

Trump escape from shooting sparks fresh claims he staged it for sympathy online

Online misinformation surged after Donald Trump survived a weekend shooting scare, with renewed, unsupported accusations that he staged the attack to gain political sympathy. The wave echoes earlier viral claims that assassination attempts in Pennsylvania and Florida in 2024 were also staged. Authorities and facts offered no validation, but conspiracies kept spreading quickly.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Conspiracy theories spread fast after White House dinner shooting despite live reporting

Conspiracy theories spread fast after White House dinner shooting despite live reporting

A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner triggered conspiracy theories almost instantly, even as reputable outlets delivered real-time reporting. Unfounded claims that the event was staged spread quickly across social platforms. Experts point to growing distrust in institutions and the thrill of “discovering” hidden clues as key drivers, helping simplified narratives outpace facts.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026

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Gunfire outside White House dinner sparks claim Trump staged it with no evidence

Gunfire outside White House dinner sparks claim Trump staged it with no evidence

Gunfire outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner triggered evacuations and sent a viral conspiracy question across social media: whether Donald Trump staged an assassination attempt. Despite the rapid online spread and millions of views, fact-checkers say there’s no evidence supporting the claim. Experts point to political tensions, war anxieties, and platform incentives that help misinformation travel fast.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Trump hospital rumor goes viral but fact check finds no verified medical emergency before dinner

Trump hospital rumor goes viral but fact check finds no verified medical emergency before dinner

A viral social media claim alleged President Donald Trump was hospitalized before the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Fact checks and reporting found no verified medical emergency, pointing instead to continued public activity, official updates, and statements from the White House physician. The explainer traces how the rumor started, spread through debate clips, and why misinformation surged online in late April 2026.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
Sidhu sparks outrage claiming herbs and fasting cured his wife cancer

Sidhu sparks outrage claiming herbs and fasting cured his wife cancer

Navjot Singh Sidhu stirred controversy after claiming his wife’s advanced-stage cancer was cured using alternative remedies. His remark that fasting could kill cancer cells drew sharp criticism online. ET Prime consulted experts who cautioned that such ideas can mislead patients, risk delaying evidence-based care, and spread dangerous misconceptions about cancer treatment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Veterinary experts warn misinformation is hurting poultry as chicken eggs stay affordable protein

Veterinary experts warn misinformation is hurting poultry as chicken eggs stay affordable protein

Veterinary experts say chicken and eggs remain affordable, reliable sources of protein, while warning that viral misinformation is damaging the poultry sector. They address public fears around hormones, antibiotics, and bird flu, stressing that steroid hormone implants are not approved for poultry growth. They also point to steady growth in India’s egg and poultry meat production driven by genetics, feed, health, and management.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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India says fuel supply chain is robust while panic buying sparks warning

India says fuel supply chain is robust while panic buying sparks warning

India’s fuel supply chain is operating “robust” even as tensions in West Asia continue, an official said. The statement targets the recent panic buying wave, calling it the result of “false narratives” and unnecessary alarm. Citizens are urged to trust verified updates and avoid misinformation circulating on social media.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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