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No Civil War in Karachi, Viral Claims on Indian Social Media Proven False

False reports suggesting that a civil war had erupted in Karachi have been widely circulating on Indian news sites and social media this week. The claims, which allege violent clashes between the Pakistani army and police, have been debunked as misinformation. The rumors began after local Pakistani media reported an incident in which the provincial […]

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Viral Video, Bus Explosion, Turbat, BLA Attack, Pakistan, Military Convoy

Viral Video of Bus Explosion in Turbat Misrepresented as BLA Attack on Pakistani Military Convoy

Amid heightened tensions in Balochistan, a viral video purportedly showing a massive explosion on a road was widely circulated on social media, with claims that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) had targeted Pakistani military buses in Nushki, killing 90 soldiers. However, an investigation by the PTI Fact Check Desk has revealed that the video has

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Fact Check: Viral clip of Jaffar Express hostages ‘released’ by BLA predates hijacking

Claim: A video shows civilian passengers released by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hours after the group hijacked the Jaffar Express on 11 March 2025. Verdict: False Details of the Claim On 12 March 2025, an X (formerly Twitter) user (@safarkhanb) shared a video claiming it depicted passengers from the Jaffar Express being released by

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Fact Check: BLA Train Hijacking Location Misrepresented in Media Reports

A recent fact-checking investigation has revealed that several media outlets misreported the location of the Balochistan Liberation Army’s (BLA) train hijacking incident. The correct location of the attack has been verified through geolocation analysis and satellite imagery. Key Findings: 1. Geolocation Confirms Exact Attack Site: The BLA’s footage was analyzed using Google Maps, Google Earth

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Fake News: Authorities Deny Reports of Attack in Tank Bazaar

Reports circulating on social media regarding an alleged attack by militants on a police checkpoint in Tank Bazaar, Wilayat Tank, around midnight, have been refuted by the authorities. The false claims suggested the use of laser guns and Kalashnikovs, resulting in casualties. However, upon verification, officials confirmed that no such incident took place and urged

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Fact Check: Video Does Not Show Hostages from BLA’s Jaffar Express Attack

Claim A viral video on social media allegedly shows hostages taken by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) after the militant group hijacked the *Jaffar Express* in Balochistan on *11 March 2025*. Verification 1. Origin of the Video – Reverse image and video searches reveal that the footage was first shared on Facebook and Instagram in

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Iranian and Taliban Officials Discuss Bilateral Relations, Water Issues, and Afghan Migrants in Kabul Meeting

In a significant diplomatic engagement, Mohammad Reza Bahrami, Director General for South Asia at Iran’s Foreign Ministry and advisor to Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, met with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in Kabul on Thursday. The discussions centered on key bilateral issues, including recent regional developments, water disputes, and the situation of Afghan migrants

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Extensive Poppy Cultivation Discovered in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, Linking Drug Trade to Terrorism

Authorities have disclosed extensive poppy cultivation in the border regions of Dera Ismail Khan (DI Khan), district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and nearby areas of Balochistan, raising solemn regret over its connection to terrorism and organised crime in Pakistan. According to credible sources, poppy fields spanning hundreds of kanals have been identified in areas such as

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