A video of a man dressed in women’s clothing is massively viral on social media with the claim that he is a child-kidnapper.
Tag: RUMOURS
Fake News About ‘Human Sacrifices’ for the Padma Bridge Leads to Violence in Bangladesh
Spreading these rumors is a criminal offense in Bangladesh.
False Child Kidnapping Rumours Revived in Gujarat With Illegal Organ Trade Claim
Since 2014, child-lifting rumours have sparked mob-lynchings across India, leading to the death of at least 30 people.
Time’s Up For Fake News: Rajasthan Police Sternly Warns Person Spreading Fake, Inciteful Video On Twitter
An old video from Jharkhand was being spread to suggest that Muslim men were attacking Rajput families.
WhatsApp Limits Forwarding Msgs To Check Rumours, Fake News
It said it will test a lower limit of five chats at once and remove the quick forward button next to media messages.
Madhya Pradesh: Rumours Trigger Attack; Forest Officials Beaten Up
Police booked a man for allegedly spreading rumours about child lifters on social media following the incident.
New India: Yet Another Lynching Because Of Rumours
Incidents of people lynching outsiders due to rumours circulating on social media were being reported from many parts of the country of late.