A disturbing video circulating on social media, purporting to show a couple being buried alive in India, has been widely shared. LatestLY's fact-check investigation confirms that the footage is not an actual incident but rather a clip from a film shoot, falsely presented as real.
A fact-check clarifies that viral CCTV footage involving Satkhira-4 MP GM Nazrul Islam is authentic, but social media claims of an illicit affair are false. Nazrul and a Jamaat-e-Islami official confirmed the woman is his legally wedded second wife, Mariam Begum. Nazrul attributed the leak to a family feud and demanded legal action.
A viral claim suggests Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal married his girlfriend Inés García Santos following Spain's World Cup victory. This claim, along with circulating images, has been found to be false. The images are AI-generated, and there is no credible report of their marriage.
A viral video purporting to show CJP protesters pelting stones at India's newly launched hydrogen train is false. The video actually depicts an older incident involving an electric freight locomotive, unrelated to the hydrogen train's operations.
A viral claim suggests Lionel Messi made unsportsmanlike comments about the referee after Argentina lost the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain. LatestLY's fact-check reveals this claim to be fake, originating from a deepfake clip.
A claim circulating on social media suggests India's hydrogen train project has failed because a locomotive is seen pulling it. However, Northern Railway officials have clarified that this is standard procedure for maintenance movements. The train operates independently on its commercial route.
A viral claim alleging that Pakistani cricketer Hasan Ali was assaulted on an Indian train is unverified news. Fact-checking investigations have confirmed that no credible news reports support this incident. The video circulating on social media is misinformation, and there is no evidence of any such altercation involving the cricketer.
A claim circulating on social media suggests that India's Ministry of Finance has directed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to regulate cryptocurrencies. Our fact check reveals this claim is misleading. While discussions are ongoing regarding a framework for virtual digital assets, India does not currently recognize crypto as an asset, and no definitive directive for full regulation has been issued.
A claim circulating online suggests that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has passed a new law to legalise the production and distribution of p*rnography. While Ukraine's parliament is considering such legislation, the claim misrepresents the process and Zelensky's role.
A claim circulating online suggests that OnePlus is set to announce its withdrawal from North American and European markets on July 16. While several tech news outlets report an impending exit from these markets, the specific date and the provided source for the claim are questionable.
A claim circulating on social media alleged that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made an inappropriate comparison involving Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. LatestLY's fact check confirms this claim is false, clarifying that the comparison originated from a podcast host, not Albanese.
Rumours suggesting Rahul Dravid has been appointed as Chennai Super Kings' new head coach are circulating online. This claim is false. Rahul Dravid's recent appearance at the Super Kings Academy was for a speech and interaction, not an announcement of a new role.
A viral video claiming to show people kissing at Jantar Mantar during a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest is entirely false. Fact-checks by AFP revealed that the footage is miscaptioned and completely unrelated to the CJP. Instead, the video features a decade-old demonstration from another country, used out of context to disparage the current protestors.
A claim circulating on social media suggests that 5G technology is responsible for heatwaves across Europe. LatestLY's fact check found this claim to be false, unsupported by scientific evidence or expert consensus. There is no scientific evidence to support a link between 5G technology and meteorological phenomena like heatwaves.
A viral claim attributing a statement to PM Narendra Modi that India is the world’s second-largest beef producer is false. Fact checks confirm the Prime Minister actually identified India as the world's second-largest wheat producer during an Auckland event. The misinformation, which misquotes his speech, has been debunked by PIB as a deliberate misrepresentation.
Viral videos depicting a spectacular drone light show in Portugal, allegedly in tribute to football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, have been widely shared. However, these videos are not authentic. LatestLY's Fact Check confirms the claim that the drone show took place is fake news and AI-generated.
A picture circulating online claims to show Sara Tendulkar with Shubman Gill, Sachin and Anjali Tendulkar at Wimbledon 2026. While Shubman Gill, Sachin Tendulkar, and Anjali Tendulkar were indeed present, there is no photographic evidence from official sources confirming Sara Tendulkar's attendance with them at the event . Also the picture going viral is fake.
A video circulating online depicts a Sumatran elephant seemingly saving a drowning tiger from floodwaters. This dramatic clip has been widely shared across social media platforms, suggesting a real-life wildlife rescue. However, fact checks confirm the video is artificially generated.
Rajasthan Police have debunked viral social media rumours claiming a minor victim of a recent rape case has died. Authorities confirmed the survivor is safe and secure with her family. Police issued an official statement on X, urging the public to ignore misleading reports going viral on social media.
Social media rumors claiming that Mumbai schools would be closed on July 8 due to heavy rain are false. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has officially debunked the claim, stating no such notification was issued. Citizens are advised to rely on official channels like MyBMC or call the helpline at 1916 for accurate information.
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