Bengaluru, Uttara Kannada lead in fake news cases in Karnataka
Bengaluru: Karnataka has registered 247 cases related to fake news between 2021 and 2024, according to government data. Bengaluru city tops the list with 99 cases, followed by Uttara Kannada with 45, and Kodagu with 14, as reported by Deccan Herald on Monday.
Home Minister Dr G. Parameshwara stated that the government has taken several measures to combat the spread of fake news. These include establishing social media monitoring cells at both the district and police station levels to track fake news spread by miscreants.
Additionally, the police have formed WhatsApp groups with local beat officers and citizens to monitor suspicious activities and keep track of bad elements. Dr Parameshwara noted that this initiative has been instrumental in enhancing local-level surveillance.
In January 2024, the government also set up a fact-checking cell within the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), headed by the Director General of Police (cyber crime and narcotics).
IT-BT minister Priyank Kharge told DH that the government was in the process of formulating procedures on identifying misinformation, malicious content, and fake news, that will become the guiding principles for investigation.
Since the fact-checking unit was established, they have identified around 1.5 lakh cases where miscreants have used threats and abuse to deceive vulnerable individuals. Kharge noted that it is crucial to develop a robust system to address these threats, adding that the MDCC and the SEC are working to create an effective framework for tackling fake news.
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US–Iran first round direct talks conclude in Islamabad: Report
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The first round of direct talks between the United States and Iran, held in Islamabad, has concluded, Al Jazeera reported citing sources close to the development.
According to the report, following the discussions, delegations from both sides agreed to exchange written documents, a move aimed at ensuring clarity and consensus on the understandings reached during the meeting.
Both the Iranian and US delegations arrived in Islamabad on Saturday, April 11, amid high security for the peace talks.
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