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Viral Video Alert! Truth Behind the Aircraft Crash Linked to #OperationSindoor!

Pakistani social media accounts are recycling an old video and sharing it in the present context.

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βœ… The video is from an earlier incident from 2019, involving an Indian Air Force (IAF) Mi-17 V5 helicopter that crashed near Budgam, J&K.

πŸ”— https://pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1566539#:~:text=On%2027%20February%202019%2C%20one,the%20helicopter%2C%20suffered%20fatal%20injuries

πŸ”—Here is a news report from 2019: https://youtu.be/qNC72221LYU
Did this Indian drone really get intercepted in Pakistan❓

Pakistan-based handles are sharing an old image claiming that the Pakistan Army has intercepted a UAV drone that fell in Gujranwala, Pakistan.

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βœ… The image being circulated is from the Ukraine-Russia conflict in 2022

βœ… Here is a news report from 2022: https://www.newsweek.com/iranian-linked-drones-downed-russia-ramps-air-attacks-ukraine-1745566
⚠️ Don’t Fall for Misinformation!

An old video is being shared to show a Pakistani attack on an Indian military colony.

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❌ This video is from Indonesia, dated 6th May 2025, and was recorded before #OperationSindoor was even launched.

πŸ” Stay informed. Share responsibly.
In the coming days your social media will be flooded with #Pakistan sponsored propaganda.

It's crucial to scrutinize every piece of information carefully.

If you encounter dubious content, especially concerning the Indian Armed Forces or any info related to ongoing situation, report it to #PIBFactCheck.

WhatsApp: +91 8799711259
Email: factcheck@pib.gov.in

#OperationSindoor
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Pakistan-based handles are circulating a video claiming that the Pakistan Army strikes posts in Battal Sector, Jammu & Kashmir, eliminating at least 12 Indian soldiers.

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βœ…This video is old and NOT related to any activity post #OperationSindoor

βœ…This image is from August 2011:
https://www.gettyimages.in/search/2/image?family=editorial&phrase=Farooq%20Khan-Pool%2FGetty%20Images

βœ…It has also been used in a news report from 2016:
https://www.india.com/news/india/civilian-deaths-in-terrorism-related-violence-in-jammu-and-kashmir-down-by-over-90-percent-since-1990-978886/
⚠️Pakistan Propaganda Alert

Several Pakistan-based handles are circulating an #old image that claims that a Pakistani missile has hit an Indian S-400

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βœ”οΈThe image being shared is from 2023, of a fire at a military site in Moscow

πŸ”—gettyimages.in/search/2/image…
Social Media post falsely claims India targeted the Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project in #Pakistan.

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βœ… This claim is baseless.

βœ… Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has clearly stated in a press conference that India has only targeted terrorist infrastructure.

πŸ”—youtube.com/live/WwbxRRWSw…

#OperationSindoor
A social media post falsely claims that the Indian military used Ambala Airbase to attack #Amritsar and its own citizens.

πŸ” #PIBFactCheck:

βœ… This claim is completely baseless and part of a concerted misinformation campaign.

Read more about #Pakistan attack on AmritsarπŸ‘‡

πŸ”—pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…
A letter is being shared on Social Media claiming that Chief of the Army Staff Gen V.K. Narayan has sent a confidential letter regarding military preparedness to the Army officer of Northern Command.

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βœ… This letter is completely Fake.

βœ… Gen. V.K. Narayan is not CoAS

βœ… Avoid sharing unverified information and rely only on official sources from the Government of India for accurate information.
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🚨 #Fake_news is circulating about a "fidayeen" attack on an Army brigade in #Rajouri, #Jammu and #Kashmir.

#PIBFactCheck:

▢️ No such #fidayeen or suicide attack has occurred on any army cantt.

⚠️ Do not fall for these false claims intended to #mislead and cause confusion.
πŸ›‘ Fake News Alert

Social media posts are claiming that entry to airports across India banned

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❌ This claim is #FAKE

βœ… Always check news from verified sources before believing or sharing it
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An #old video is being shared on #SocialMedia with the claim that #Pakistan has launched a missile attack on India in retaliation.

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βœ… The video being shared is of the explosive attack that took place in Beirut, Lebanon in the year 2020

βœ… Don't fall for the #propaganda being spread by Pakistani handles. Rely only on official information

πŸ”— youtube.com/watch?v=DkykPt…
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Drone Attack in Jalandhar⁉️

This drone strike video from #Jalandhar is widely circulating on social media

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* This is an unrelated video of a farm fire. The video has the time 7:39 PM, while the drone attack began later.

* Do not share this video. See the clarification from DC, Jalandhar belowπŸ‘‡

πŸ”— https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EstDiCFLM/
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This video is widely circulating on social media with a claim that Hazira Port in #Gujarat has been attacked

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* This is an unrelated video confirmed to depict an oil tanker explosion. The video is dated July 7, 2021.

* Do not share this video. Refer the link BelowπŸ‘‡

https://www.the-sun.com/news/3239914/dramatic-moment-dubai-oil-tanker-explosion/
❓Explosion at Jammu Air Force Base? Here's the truth!

An old image is being circulated with false claims of multiple explosions at the Jammu Air Force Base in India.

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βœ… This image is from the Kabul Airport blast in August 2021.

βœ… Here’s a report from that time: https://al-ain.com/article/1630002029

πŸ“’ Don’t fall for misinformation. Always verify before sharing!

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Are ATMs closed⁉️

A viral #WhatsApp message claims ATMs will be closed for 2–3 days.

πŸ›‘ This Message is FAKE

βœ… ATMs will continue to operate as usual

❌ Don't share unverified messages.

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🚨 Pakistan Propaganda Alert!

A video showing a heavy MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket Systems) barrage is being falsely shared as a real Pakistani attack on India.

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βœ… The video is from a video game and has been online for over 3 years.

βœ… It has no connection to the current India–Pakistan situation.

πŸ”— Originally posted here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxORZsPLpCY


πŸ“’ Stay alert. Verify before sharing!

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Fake News Alert ‼️

Pakistani social media handles are claiming that Sukhoi Su-30MKI was shot down in Muzaffarabad capturing an Indian Pilot alive.

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This Sukhoi SU-30MKI of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed at Undre Vasti of Kulwadi village near Pune - Ahamad Nagar highway, Maharashtra on October 14, 2014.

Do not share this post. See the news report belowπŸ‘‡

https://timescontent.timesofindia.com/photo/news/Sukhoi-SU-30MKI/401266
Is NSA Ajit Doval on Facebook⁉️

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πŸ›‘ This Facebook account is FAKE

βœ… The National Security Advisor does NOT have an official Facebook account.

βœ…Citizens are advised to exercise caution and not engage with any impostor or fake profiles claiming to represent them.

βœ…Rely only on official sources for authentic information

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🚫 Fake News Alert!

An old video is circulating on social media claiming a Pakistani attack on Jammu.

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βœ… This video is originally from Dhaka, from February 2025.

βœ… Here’s a report from that time: https://www.instagram.com/somoynews_tv/reel/DGVseK8hK5t/

πŸ›‘οΈ Don't fall for misinformation.

#IndiaFightsPropaganda