Fake news has seemed to have got wings in this time of crisis. From free internet to salary cut of railway employees there’s been all shit that has been circulated. Thanks to Press Trust of India’s (PIB) fact check.
The PIB fact check has been highlighting such fake news associated with the government’s measure and announcements. And updating you with this week’s fake news items that you might have read at WhatsApp here we are. Check them out:
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Claim: A prominent newspaper says 80 Radio Jockeys (RJs) of Delhi FM Gold are out of work and not been paid despite govt orders
Fact: They are not employees, but part-time freelancers, engaged on a need-basis for assignments.They are free to accept jobs elsewhere pic.twitter.com/kz0jSlU8s5— PIB India #StayHome #StaySafe (@PIB_India) April 17, 2020
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