Weekly Wrap: Misinformation Around Cyclone Ditwah, Indian Army & More

Viral Videos Claiming To Show Indian Soldiers Calling Pakistani Army ‘Dangerous’ Are AI-Generated

A set of videos were shared on social media, allegedly showing Indian soldiers crying, describing the Pakistan Army as “very dangerous,” and pleading to be allowed to return home. Newschecker found the clips to be AI-generated.

Cyclone Ditwah: Old Video From Kolkata Shared As Massive Flooding In Chennai

As the remnants of Cyclone Ditwah lashed Chennai with incessant rainfall, a video showing severe flooding on the roads went viral on social media, with users claiming it depicted the situation in Tamil Nadu’s capital. Newschecker found that the video was from Kolkata.

Did Air Chief Marshal AP Singh Praise Pakistan’s Defence Capabilities? No, Viral ‘Message’ Is Fake

A viral claim alleged that Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, in a message addressed to the participants and organisers of Defence Partnership Days 2025, praised Pakistan’s defence capabilities and enthusiasm. Newschecker found the alleged message to be fabricated.

Did CDS General Anil Chauhan Say India ‘Surrendered’ Arunachal and Ladakh to China? No, Viral Video Is Doctored

A viral video alleged that Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan said the Indian government “surrendered” Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh to China due to a weak Air Force. Newschecker found the audio was doctored using an AI-generated voiceover, and that General Chauhan made no such statement.

Does This Viral Photo Show A UDF Candidate’s Campaign Poster For Kerala Local Body Polls?

Ahead of the elections to the local bodies in Kerala on December 9 and December 11, a photo of a woman in a burqa went viral, claiming to be a campaign poster for a UDF candidate. Newschecker found the claim to be false.