In May this year, India and Pakistan engaged in a brief but intense military confrontation, codenamed Operation Sindoor, following the terrorist attack on tourists in the valley of Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. During the same, the digital sphere was also engulfed by a surge of misleading information. Almost 15% operational time was spent battling fake narratives and disinformation by the Indian Army. Continue reading
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Tag: Misinformation
In the modern era of instantaneous digital communication, the unchecked proliferation of misinformation presents significant challenges, with its impact varying widely across jurisdictions due to diverse socio-political, cultural, and linguistic landscapes. While global platforms have initiated measures to address this pervasive issue, their reliance on universal frameworks often proves inadequate, particularly within complex and pluralistic societies such as India. This accentuates the critical need for a departure from a uniform approach in favour of tailored strategies that address localized realities. Continue reading
The frightening scenes of far-right extremists clashing with police and even rioting in British towns and cities in recent days have many wondering how to stop the spread of the propaganda that encourages racism, violence and misogyny. Continue reading
The “infodemic” of misinformation about coronavirus has made it difficult to distinguish accurate information from false and misleading advice. The major technology companies have responded to this challenge by taking the unprecedented move of working together to combat misinformation about COVID-19. Continue reading
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