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Executive Summary:
A purported media release allegedly issued in the name of the International Cricket Council (ICC) is being widely circulated on social media. The release claims that the ICC has decided to impose a one-year ban on Pakistan cricket. CyberPeace’s research found this claim to be false.The research revealed that the media release circulating on social media is fake, and no such letter or official statement has been issued by the ICC.
Claim:
On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a user shared the viral letter on February 3, 2026, claiming that an ICC meeting was held in which board members voted on issues related to Pakistan. The post alleged that 14 out of 16 votes were cast in favour of the BCCI. The user further claimed that Pakistan’s share of ICC revenue would be reduced and that Pakistan might be asked to compensate for losses incurred by the ICC.
The viral letter, written in English, stated that matters related to Pakistan were discussed in an ICC meeting and that a 14–2 majority vote led to the decision to impose a one-year ban on Pakistan cricket. It further claimed that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) would be suspended for one year, Pakistan’s annual revenue share would be reduced from 5.75 percent to 2.25 percent, and Pakistan would not be allowed to host any ICC tournaments until 2040. The letter also claimed that these decisions were taken to safeguard the integrity and spirit of the game. Links to the viral post, archive link, and screenshots can be seen below.
Fact Check:
To verify the viral claim, CyberPeace conducted a Google search using relevant keywords. However, no credible or reliable media reports supporting the claim were found. In the next step of the research , an official press release uploaded on DD Sports’ Facebook page on February 2, 2026, was found. The press release responded to Pakistan’s decision not to play against India in a Group A match. The DD Sports statement said that the Pakistan Cricket Board should consider the long-term and serious implications of such a decision, as it could impact the global cricket ecosystem—of which Pakistan is itself a member and beneficiary.
Notably, the official press release made no mention of any ban on Pakistan cricket, reduction in revenue share, suspension of the PSL, or restrictions on hosting ICC tournaments, contrary to the claims made in the viral letter. Further, the same official statement was found published on the ICC’s website on February 1, 2026. This release also did not mention any decision related to banning Pakistan cricket or barring the country from hosting ICC tournaments for the next 40 years.
Conclusion
CyberPeace concludes that the media release circulating on social media is fake. The ICC has not issued any official letter or statement announcing a one-year ban on Pakistan cricket, revenue cuts, or restrictions on hosting ICC tournaments.
Executive Summary
Mumbai’s Mira–Bhayandar bridge has recently been in the news due to its unusual design. In this context, a photograph is going viral on social media showing a bus seemingly stuck on the bridge. Some users are also sharing the image while claiming that it is from Sonpur subdivision in Bihar. However, an research by the CyberPeace has found that the viral image is not real. The bridge shown in the image is indeed the Mira–Bhayandar bridge, which is under discussion because its design causes it to suddenly narrow from four lanes to two lanes. That said, the bridge is not yet operational, and the viral image showing a bus stuck on it has been created using Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Claim
An Instagram user shared the viral image on January 29, 2026, with the caption:“Are Indian taxpayers happy to see that this is funded by their money?” The link, archive link, and screenshot of the post can be seen below.
Fact Check:
To verify the claim, we first conducted a Google Lens reverse image search. This led us to a post shared by X (formerly Twitter) user Manoj Arora on January 29. While the bridge structure in that image matches the viral photo, no bus is visible in the original post.This raised suspicion that the viral image had been digitally manipulated.
We then ran the viral image through the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which flagged it as over 99% likely to be AI-generated
Conclusion
The CyberPeace research confirms that while the Mira–Bhayandar bridge is real and has been in the news due to its design, the viral image showing a bus stuck on the bridge has been created using AI tools. Therefore, the image circulating on social media is misleading.
Executive Summary:
A purported media release allegedly issued in the name of the International Cricket Council (ICC) is being widely circulated on social media. The release claims that the ICC has decided to impose a one-year ban on Pakistan cricket. CyberPeace’s research found this claim to be false.The research revealed that the media release circulating on social media is fake, and no such letter or official statement has been issued by the ICC.
Claim:
On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a user shared the viral letter on February 3, 2026, claiming that an ICC meeting was held in which board members voted on issues related to Pakistan. The post alleged that 14 out of 16 votes were cast in favour of the BCCI. The user further claimed that Pakistan’s share of ICC revenue would be reduced and that Pakistan might be asked to compensate for losses incurred by the ICC.
The viral letter, written in English, stated that matters related to Pakistan were discussed in an ICC meeting and that a 14–2 majority vote led to the decision to impose a one-year ban on Pakistan cricket. It further claimed that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) would be suspended for one year, Pakistan’s annual revenue share would be reduced from 5.75 percent to 2.25 percent, and Pakistan would not be allowed to host any ICC tournaments until 2040. The letter also claimed that these decisions were taken to safeguard the integrity and spirit of the game. Links to the viral post, archive link, and screenshots can be seen below.
Fact Check:
To verify the viral claim, CyberPeace conducted a Google search using relevant keywords. However, no credible or reliable media reports supporting the claim were found. In the next step of the research , an official press release uploaded on DD Sports’ Facebook page on February 2, 2026, was found. The press release responded to Pakistan’s decision not to play against India in a Group A match. The DD Sports statement said that the Pakistan Cricket Board should consider the long-term and serious implications of such a decision, as it could impact the global cricket ecosystem—of which Pakistan is itself a member and beneficiary.
Notably, the official press release made no mention of any ban on Pakistan cricket, reduction in revenue share, suspension of the PSL, or restrictions on hosting ICC tournaments, contrary to the claims made in the viral letter. Further, the same official statement was found published on the ICC’s website on February 1, 2026. This release also did not mention any decision related to banning Pakistan cricket or barring the country from hosting ICC tournaments for the next 40 years.
Conclusion
CyberPeace concludes that the media release circulating on social media is fake. The ICC has not issued any official letter or statement announcing a one-year ban on Pakistan cricket, revenue cuts, or restrictions on hosting ICC tournaments.
Executive Summary
Mumbai’s Mira–Bhayandar bridge has recently been in the news due to its unusual design. In this context, a photograph is going viral on social media showing a bus seemingly stuck on the bridge. Some users are also sharing the image while claiming that it is from Sonpur subdivision in Bihar. However, an research by the CyberPeace has found that the viral image is not real. The bridge shown in the image is indeed the Mira–Bhayandar bridge, which is under discussion because its design causes it to suddenly narrow from four lanes to two lanes. That said, the bridge is not yet operational, and the viral image showing a bus stuck on it has been created using Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Claim
An Instagram user shared the viral image on January 29, 2026, with the caption:“Are Indian taxpayers happy to see that this is funded by their money?” The link, archive link, and screenshot of the post can be seen below.
Fact Check:
To verify the claim, we first conducted a Google Lens reverse image search. This led us to a post shared by X (formerly Twitter) user Manoj Arora on January 29. While the bridge structure in that image matches the viral photo, no bus is visible in the original post.This raised suspicion that the viral image had been digitally manipulated.
We then ran the viral image through the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which flagged it as over 99% likely to be AI-generated
Conclusion
The CyberPeace research confirms that while the Mira–Bhayandar bridge is real and has been in the news due to its design, the viral image showing a bus stuck on the bridge has been created using AI tools. Therefore, the image circulating on social media is misleading.
Executive Summary
On January 22, an Indian Army vehicle met with an accident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, resulting in the death of 10 soldiers, while several others were injured. In connection with this tragic incident, a photograph is now going viral on social media. The viral image shows an Army vehicle that appears to have fallen into a deep gorge, with several soldiers visible around the site. Users sharing the image are claiming that it depicts the actual scene of the Doda accident.
However, an research by the CyberPeacehas found that the viral image is not genuine. The photograph has been generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and does not represent the real accident. Hence, the viral post is misleading.
Claim
An Instagram user shared the viral image on January 22, 2026, writing:“Deeply saddened by the tragic accident in Doda, Jammu & Kashmir today, in which 10 brave soldiers lost their lives. My heartfelt tribute to the martyrs who laid down their lives in the line of duty.Sincere condolences to the bereaved families, and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured soldiers.The nation will forever remember your sacrifice.”
The link and screenshot of the post can be seen below.
- https://www.instagram.com/p/DT0UBIRk_3k/
- https://archive.ph/submit/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fp%2FDT0UBIRk_3k%2F+
Fact Check:
To verify the claim, we first closely examined the viral image. Several visual inconsistencies were observed. The structure of the soldier visible inside the damaged vehicle appears distorted, and the hands and limbs of people involved in the rescue operation look unnatural. These anomalies raised suspicion that the image might be AI-generated. Based on this, we ran the image through the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which indicated that the image is over 99.9% likely to be AI-generated.
Another AI image detection tool, Sightengine, also flagged the image as 99% AI-generated.
During further research , we found a report published by Navbharat Times on January 22, 2026, which confirmed that an Indian Army vehicle had indeed fallen into a deep gorge in Doda district. According to officials, 10 soldiers were killed and 7 others were injured, and rescue operations were immediately launched.
However, it is important to note that the image circulating on social media is not an actual photograph from the incident.
Conclusion
CyberPeace research confirms that the viral image linked to the Doda Army vehicle accident has been created using Artificial Intelligence. It is not a real photograph from the incident, and therefore, the viral post is misleading.
Executive Summary:
A video showing poor runway visibility from inside an aircraft cockpit is being widely shared on social media, linking it to an alleged aircraft accident involving Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in Baramati on January 28, 2025. Users claim that the footage captured the final moments before the crash, suggesting that the runway visibility disappeared just seconds before landing. However, research conducted by the CyberPeace found the viral claim to be misleading. The research revealed that the video has no connection to any aircraft accident involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. In reality, the video dates back to 2013 and shows a pilot attempting to land an aircraft amid heavy rain. During the approach, the runway briefly disappears from the pilot’s view, prompting the pilot to abort the landing and execute a go-around. The aircraft later lands safely after weather conditions improve.
Claim
An Instagram user shared the viral video on January 29, 2026, claiming:“Baramati plane crash: video of the aircraft accident surfaces. Runway disappears just three seconds before landing.” (The link to the post, its archived version, and screenshots are provided below.)
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we extracted keyframes from the viral video and conducted a reverse image search using Google Lens. The search led us to the same video uploaded on a YouTube channel named douglesso, which was published on June 12, 2013. (Footage link and screenshot available below.)
Further research led us to a report published by the American media website CNET, which featured the same visual. According to the report, the video shows a Boeing Business Jet attempting to land during heavy rainfall. The aircraft was conducting a CAT I Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach when a sudden downpour drastically reduced visibility at decision height. As the runway briefly disappeared from view, the pilots aborted the landing and carried out a go-around. The aircraft later landed safely once weather conditions improved. (The link to the CNET report and its screenshot are provided below.)
- https://www.cnet.com/culture/this-is-what-happens-when-a-plane-is-landing-and-the-runway-disappears/
Conclusion
Our research confirms that the video circulating on social media is unrelated to any recent aircraft accident involving Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The clip is an old video from 2013, which is now being shared with a false and misleading claim.
Executive Summary
A postcard claiming that Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya commented on the Supreme Court’s stay on the new UGC regulations is being widely shared on social media. The viral postcard suggests that Maurya stated the Modi government would “fight till its last breath” to implement the UGC law and appealed to Dalit, backward and tribal communities to trust the government as their true well-wisher. However, an research by the CyberPeace has found that the viral postcard is fake. Keshav Prasad Maurya has not made any such statement.
Claim
A Facebook user shared the postcard with the caption:“Now read it yourself. Statement of Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya — the Modi government will fight till its last breath to implement the UGC law. An appeal to Dalit, backward and tribal communities to trust the government, calling it their true well-wisher.”
(Archived version of the post available here.)
Fact Check:
During the research, we did not find any credible news reports mentioning such a statement by Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya regarding the UGC regulations or the Supreme Court’s order. A closer examination of the viral postcard revealed several inconsistencies. Notably, the text on the postcard lacks proper punctuation, such as commas and full stops, which is unusual for professionally designed news graphics. The postcard carries the logo of Navbharat Times (NBT). However, when compared with genuine NBT postcards, the font style used in the viral image does not match NBT’s official design. We also traced the original NBT postcard that appears to have been edited to create the fake one. In the authentic postcard, shared by NBT on January 20, Keshav Prasad Maurya is quoted as saying: Where the lotus has bloomed, it will continue to bloom, and where it has not, under the guidance of PM Modi and the leadership of Nitin Nabin, the lotus will bloom.”
The original statement was digitally altered, and a fabricated quote was inserted to create the viral postcard.
Conclusion
CyberPeace research clearly establishes that the viral postcard is fake. The original Navbharat Times postcard has been tampered with, and Keshav Prasad Maurya’s actual statement has been replaced with a fabricated quote, which is now being circulated with a misleading claim.
Executive Summary
An image showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi standing face to face inside Parliament is going viral on social media. Several users are sharing the image claiming that the photograph was taken during the ongoing Budget Session, suggesting a direct face-off between the two leaders inside Parliament. However, research conducted by the CyberPeacehas found that the viral claim is false. The image in question is not real but has been generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI). The AI-generated image is now being shared on social media with a misleading claim.
Claim
A Facebook user named Madhu Davi shared the viral image on January 30, 2026, with the caption: “If this photo is from today and the Budget Session, it is commendable. RAGA Zindabad.”
(Archived version of the post available here.)
- https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=759145877237871&set=a.110639115421887
- https://perma.cc/N2XD-TZ32?type=image
Fact Check:
To verify the viral claim, we first conducted a keyword search on Google to check whether any credible media outlet had reported such an incident during the Budget Session. However, no news reports supporting the claim were found. We then performed a reverse image search using Google Lens, but this too did not yield any reliable media reports or evidence confirming the authenticity of the image. This raised suspicion that the image might be AI-generated. To further verify, the image was analysed using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation. The tool indicated a probability of over 99 per cent that the image was generated using Artificial Intelligence.
Conclusion
CyberPeace research confirms that the image being circulated with the claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi came face to face during the Budget Session is fake. The viral image has been created using AI and is being shared with a false and misleading narrative.
Executive Summary:
A video showing a peacock allegedly trapped in ice has been going viral on social media. In the clip, the peacock appears to be frozen in a snow-covered area. Moments later, a man is seen approaching with a hammer and breaking the ice to rescue the bird. Social media users are sharing the video as a real-life incident, praising the peacock’s resilience and describing the scene as inspiring. However, CyberPeace research found the viral claim to be misleading. Our research revealed that the video was created using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and is being falsely circulated as a real incident.
Claim:
Facebook user ‘Ras Bihari Pathak’ shared the viral video on January 25, 2026, with the caption: “This peacock is not standing on ice, but on courage. It reminds us that no matter how harsh the circumstances are, hope always returns in colours.” The archived version of the post can be accessed here.
Fact Check:
To verify the claim, we first conducted a keyword search on Google to check whether any such real incident involving a peacock trapped in ice had been reported. However, no credible or verified media reports were found. Next, we closely examined the viral video. Upon observation, the peacock’s movements and reactions appeared unnatural and artificial. The motion lacked realistic physical behaviour, raising suspicion that the video might have been digitally generated. To confirm this, we analysed the clip using the AI video detection tool Hive Moderation, which indicated a 99 per cent or higher likelihood that the video was AI-generated.
Conclusion:
CyberPeace research confirms that the viral video showing a peacock allegedly trapped in ice is not real. The clip has been created using Artificial Intelligence and is being shared on social media with a false and misleading claim.
Executive Summary
A video featuring Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is being widely shared on social media. In the video, Adityanath can be heard saying, “Let me become the Prime Minister, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir will also become a part of India.” The video also carries an on-screen text that reads “Next PM 2029.” By sharing this clip, social media users are claiming that Yogi Adityanath is set to become India’s Prime Minister in 2029.
However, CyberPeace research found the viral claim to be misleading. Our research revealed that the video circulating online has been edited and is being shared out of context. The original video dates back to May 2024. In the original footage, Yogi Adityanath is not speaking about himself. Instead, he is referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In the original statement, Adityanath says:
“Let Modi ji become Prime Minister for the third time, and within the next six months, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir will also become a part of India.”
It is evident that the video has been trimmed and misleading text has been added to falsely portray the statement as a declaration about Yogi Adityanath becoming Prime Minister in 2029.
Claim
A YouTube user shared the viral video on January 29, 2026, claiming that Yogi Adityanath said, “Let me become Prime Minister, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir will be part of India.” The video carries the caption “Next PM 2029,” suggesting that Adityanath is set to become the Prime Minister in 2029.
Link to the post n archive
Fact Check:
To verify the viral claim, we first conducted a keyword search on Google. During this process, we found a report published by Aaj Tak on May 18, 2024. According to the report, Yogi Adityanath stated that if Narendra Modi becomes Prime Minister for the third time, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir would become part of India within six months.
Report link:
Next, we extracted keyframes from the viral video and ran them through Google Lens. This led us to the official YouTube channel of Yogi Adityanath, where the same video was uploaded on May 18, 2024.
Original video link:
In the original video, Yogi Adityanath clearly makes the statement in reference to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, not himself.Finally, we compared the viral clip with the original footage. The visuals in both videos are identical; however, the viral version has been edited and overlaid with misleading text to change the meaning of the statement.
Conclusion
Our research confirms that the viral video is edited and misleading. The original video is from May 2024, in which Yogi Adityanath was speaking about Prime Minister Narendra Modi, not about himself becoming Prime Minister in 2029. The video has been falsely altered and shared with a deceptive claim on social media.
Executive Summary
As India concluded its 77th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2026, with grandeur and patriotic enthusiasm along the iconic Kartavya Path, a video began circulating on social media claiming to show Indian security personnel failing to perform motorcycle stunts during the ceremonial parade. The short clip allegedly depicts soldiers attempting high-risk, synchronised motorcycle manoeuvres, only to lose balance and fall off their bikes. The visuals were widely shared online with mocking captions, suggesting incompetence during a nationally televised event. However, an research by the CyberPeace found that the video is not authentic and was digitally generated using artificial intelligence.
Claim
A Pakistan-based X user, Sadaf Baloch (@sadafzbaloch), shared the video on January 27, claiming it showed Indian security personnel failing to execute motorcycle stunts during the Republic Day parade held on January 26, 2026. While sharing the clip, the user wrote:“Every time the Indian Army tries a tactical stunt, it looks less like combat training and more like a low-budget circus trailer filmed in one take.”The post was widely circulated with similar narratives questioning the professionalism of Indian forces.
Here is the link and archive link to the post, along with a screenshot.
To verify the authenticity of the viral video, the Desk conducted a detailed frame-by-frame analysis. During the examination, a watermark linked to ‘Sora’—an AI text-to-video generation model was detected at the 00:05 timestamp. The presence of this watermark strongly indicated that the video was artificially generated and not recorded during a real-world event.
Fact Check:
Further visual scrutiny revealed several inconsistencies commonly associated with AI-generated content. The background appeared unnatural and lacked realistic depth, while the movements and reactions of the security personnel looked mechanically exaggerated and inconsistent with real physics. Facial expressions and body motions during the alleged falls also appeared unrealistic. To strengthen the verification, the Desk analysed the clip using Sightengine, an AI-detection tool. The results showed a 98 per cent probability that the video contained AI-generated or deepfake elements.
Below is a screenshot of the result.
As part of the research , the Desk also conducted a customised keyword search and reviewed official coverage of the Republic Day parade. A full-length video broadcast by DD News on its official YouTube channel was examined. The footage showed joint CRPF and SSB motorcycle teams performing traditional daredevil stunts without any mishap. No incident resembling the viral claim was found in the official broadcast or in any credible media reports.
Here is the video link and a screenshot.
Conclusion
The CyberPeace research confirms that the viral video purportedly showing Indian security personnel failing to perform motorcycle stunts during the 77th Republic Day parade is AI-generated. The clip has been falsely circulated online as genuine content with the intent to mislead viewers and spread misinformation.
Executive Summary:
A video claiming to show the plane crash that allegedly killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has been widely circulated on social media. The circulation began soon after reports emerged of a tragic aircraft accident in Baramati, Maharashtra, on January 28, 2026, in which Ajit Pawar and five others were reported to have died. The viral video shows a plane crashing to the ground moments after take-off. Social media users have claimed that the footage captures the exact incident in which Ajit Pawar was on board. However, an research by the CyberPeacehas found that this claim is false.
Claim:
An Instagram user shared the video on January 28, 2026, claiming that it showed the plane crash in Maharashtra in which Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and others allegedly lost their lives. The caption accompanying the video read:“This morning, Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and six others tragically died in a plane crash in Maharashtra.”
Links to the post and its archived version are provided below.
Fact Check:
To verify the authenticity of the viral video, the CyberPeaceconducted a reverse image search of its keyframes. During this process, the same visuals were found in a video report uploaded on News9 Live’s official YouTube channel on October 23, 2025.
According to the report, the footage shows a plane crash in Venezuela, not India. The incident occurred shortly after a Piper Cheyenne aircraft took off from Paramillo Airport in Táchira, Venezuela. The aircraft crashed within seconds of take-off, killing both occupants on board. The deceased were identified as pilot José Bortone and co-pilot Juan Maldonado. Further confirmation came from a report published on October 22, 2025, by Latin American news outlet El Tiempo. The Spanish-language report also featured the same video visuals and stated that a small aircraft lost control and crashed on the runway at Paramillo Airport in Venezuela, resulting in the deaths of the pilot and co-pilot.
Conclusion
The CyberPeace’s research clearly establishes that the viral video being shared as footage of Ajit Pawar’s alleged plane crash in Baramati is misleading. The video actually shows a plane crash that occurred in Venezuela in October 2025 and has been falsely linked to a tragic claim in India.
Executive Summary
A dramatic video showing several people jumping from the upper floors of a building into what appears to be thick snow has been circulating on social media, with users claiming that it captures a real incident in Russia during heavy snowfall. In the footage, individuals can be seen leaping one after another from a multi-storey structure onto a snow-covered surface below, eliciting reactions ranging from amusement to concern. The claim accompanying the video suggests that it depicts a reckless real-life episode in a snow-hit region of Russia.
A thorough analysis by CyberPeace confirmed that the video is not a real-world recording but an AI-generated creation. The footage exhibits multiple signs of synthetic media, including unnatural human movements, inconsistent physics, blurred or distorted edges, and a glossy, computer-rendered appearance. In some frames, a partial watermark from an AI video generation tool is visible. Further verification using the Hive Moderation AI-detection platform indicated that 98.7% of the video is AI-generated, confirming that the clip is entirely digitally created and does not depict any actual incident in Russia.
Claim:
The video was shared on social media by an X (formerly Twitter) user ‘Report Minds’ on January 25, claiming it showed a real-life event in Russia. The post caption read: "People jumping off from a building during serious snow in Russia. This is funny, how they jumped from a storey building. Those kids shouldn't be trying this. It's dangerous." Here is the link to the post, and below is a screenshot.
Fact Check:
The Desk used the InVid tool to extract keyframes from the viral video and conducted a reverse image search, which revealed multiple instances of the same video shared by other users with similar claims. Upon close visual examination, several anomalies were observed, including unnatural human movements, blurred and distorted sections, a glossy, digitally-rendered appearance, and a partially concealed logo of the AI video generation tool ‘Sora AI’ visible in certain frames. Screenshots highlighting these inconsistencies were captured during the research .
- https://x.com/DailyLoud/status/2015107152772297086?s=20
- https://x.com/75secondes/status/2015134928745164848?s=20
The video was analyzed on Hive Moderation, an AI-detection platform, which confirmed that 98.7% of the content is AI-generated.
The viral video showing people jumping off a building into snow, claimed to depict a real incident in Russia, is entirely AI-generated. Social media users who shared it presented the digitally created footage as if it were real, making the claim false and misleading.
Executive Summary
A video circulating on social media shows Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Gorakhpur MP Ravi Kishan walking with a group of people. Users are claiming that the two leaders were participating in a protest against the University Grants Commission (UGC). Research by CyberPeace has found the viral claim to be misleading. Our research revealed that the video is from September 2025 and is being shared out of context with recent events. The video was recorded when Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath undertook a foot march in Gorakhpur on a Monday. Ravi Kishan, MP from Gorakhpur, was also present. During the march, the Chief Minister visited local markets, malls, and shops, interacting with traders and gathering information on the implementation of GST rate cuts.
Claim Details:
On Instagram, a user shared the viral video on 27 January 2026. The video shows the Chief Minister and the MP walking with a group of people. The text “UGC protest” appears on the video, suggesting that it is connected to a protest against the University Grants Commission.
Fact Check:
To verify the claim, we searched Google using relevant keywords, but found no credible media reports confirming it.Next, we extracted key frames from the video and searched them using Google Lens. The video was traced to NBT Uttar Pradesh’s X (formerly Twitter) account, posted on 22 September 2025.
According to NBT Uttar Pradesh, CM Yogi Adityanath undertook a foot march in Gorakhpur, visiting malls and shops to interact with traders and check the implementation of GST rate cuts.
Conclusion:
The viral video is not related to any recent UGC guidelines. It dates back to September 2025, showing CM Yogi Adityanath and MP Ravi Kishan on a foot march in Gorakhpur, interacting with traders about GST rate cuts.The claim that the video depicts a protest against the University Grants Commission is therefore false and misleading.
