GUJRAT: Concerns over the growing dangers of misinformation, disinformation, and deepfakes in today’s digital world were highlighted during a farewell ceremony held in honor of retiring senior faculty member Dr. Zafar Iqbal at University of Gujrat’s Hafiz Hayat Campus. The ceremony was chaired by Registrar Muhammad Naeem Butt and attended by faculty members, students, and […]
Misinformation
Iran’s judiciary denies Trump claim on death sentences for eight women
Iran’s judiciary has rejected claims made by Donald Trump regarding alleged death sentences for eight women, calling the statements false and misleading. The response comes amid heightened tensions and ongoing political rhetoric between the two sides. Read More: Trump Claims Iran Halts Execution of Eight Women Prisoners According to Iranian media reports citing judicial officials, the women referenced by Trump were never […]
Old video of Amit Shah misrepresented amid university equity protests
NEW DELHI, February 3, 2026 — A video circulating online showing Indian Home Minister Amit Shah urging people to accept parliamentary laws is being falsely linked to recent university equity protests, fact-checkers say. Read More: ATC issues non-bailable warrant for Aleema Khan The clip, shared widely on social media since late January, features Shah saying […]
Ahsan calls for strong cybersecurity to counter misinformation
Federal Minister for Planning and Development Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday warned that misinformation and digital disinformation have emerged as major global threats, stressing the need to build digital resilience through education, awareness and strong cybersecurity measures. Addressing a panel discussion titled “Building Digital Resilience” at Afkar-e-Taza – Thinkfest 2026, held at Alhamra, here on […]
Viral DoorDash fraud claim debunked as AI-generated hoax
A viral Reddit post alleging widespread fraud within the DoorDash platform has been debunked after investigators found the claims were based on AI-generated material. The post accused the food delivery company of systematically misappropriating drivers’ tips and wages through hidden algorithmic practices. The post, shared by a user claiming to be a whistleblower, quickly gained […]
Musk reshapes AI-generated Venezuelan celebration clip
Following the US military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, a video claiming to show jubilant demonstrations in Venezuela spread widely on social media. The clip, shared by several high-profile accounts, including Elon Musk on X, depicted people celebrating Maduro’s removal. However, investigations confirmed the footage was AI-generated and did not reflect real events. […]
Bondi Beach and Misinformation
The Bondi Beach attack was a moment of horror that demanded sobriety, precision and restraint, yet almost as soon as the first police briefings emerged in Sydney, another, quieter drama began unfolding thousands of miles away, one that had less to do with the identities of the attackers and far more to do with the […]
DG ISPR meets COMSATS students on national security
The Director General of ISPR attended a special session with faculty and students at COMSATS University Islamabad, discussing Pakistan’s internal security, misinformation, disinformation, and other key national issues. During the session, DG ISPR answered participants’ questions in detail, while students and faculty expressed appreciation for the sacrifices of Pakistan Armed Forces. Participants highlighted that spreading […]
Tarar condemns misinformation linking Pakistan to Sydney attack
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar strongly criticised the spread of misinformation, particularly claims falsely linking Pakistan to the recent Sydney attack. He spoke at the closing ceremony of the National Cyber Security event in Islamabad, emphasising the need for verified information and responsible online behaviour. Read More: Pakistan condemns Sydney attack, backs Gaza […]
Psychology of Misinformation
In today’s world, it is no longer the lack of information that troubles us, but the overwhelming flood of it. Our phones buzz with alerts before we even wake up; breaking news arrives before we have taken our first sip of morning tea. Headlines scream for attention, social media timelines overflow with opinions disguised as […]