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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Experience comes when you play bigger teams in bilateral series: Rashid Khan
Chennai (PTI): Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan called for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team signed off from the T20 World Cup on a high, defeating Canada in their final group match here on Thursday.
Afghanistan played some exhilarating cricket, going down to South Africa in a gripping second Super Over after the scores were tied, a humdinger that provided one of the early thrills of the World Cup.
However, the spin-bowling stalwart said Afghanistan could make significant strides if they get regular opportunities to compete against stronger cricketing nations.
"Couple of areas to improve, with the batting, the middle order got a bit stuck against the big teams, and then with the bowling the death overs. That comes when you play the bigger teams in bilateral series," said Rashid after his team defeat Canada by 82 runs, with him returning excellent figures of 2 for 19.
The stalwart said the side had arrived well prepared for the tournament and produced some breathtaking cricket, but admitted the narrow defeat to South Africa proved costly and remained a painful setback.
"We were well-prepared (for the tournament), we played some unbelievable cricket. The game against South Africa, that really hurt everyone. We had to win one of those (first two) games and see how the tournament unfolded. We'll take some positive things from this World Cup and look forward," he said.
With head coach Jonathan Trott set to part ways with the team, Rashid described the departure as an "emotional" moment for the side.
"I think we had some wonderful times with him. Where we are now, he played a main role. It's emotional to see him leave us, but that's how life is. We wish him all the best and somewhere down the line we see him again."
Ibrahim Zadran, who was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 95 off 56 balls, said it was satisfying to finally register a substantial score after two below-par outings.
"I enjoyed it, didn't play better cricket in first two innings, which I expect. Wanted to back my skills, really enjoyed it. Pressure was there, it's there all the time. I want to put myself in pressure situations and enjoy it," said Zadran.
"Wanted to play positive cricket, rotate strike and punish bad ball, create partnerships and this is what I have done."
