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Youth on Telegram: Uncovering the Hidden World of Disinformation

August 25, 2024August 25, 2024Aayushi Rana

As digital media continues to shape public opinion, distinguishing truth from disinformation is becoming ever more crucial—especially on platforms favored by today’s youth. This issue took center stage during a webinar titled “How to Investigate Disinformation Campaigns on Telegram,” hosted by the Digital Forensics Research and Analytics Center (DFRAC) in collaboration with the Media Innovation […]

Cow Worshippers to Pajeets: Analysing the Lexicon of Dangerous Hate speech online

March 13, 2024March 13, 2024Aayushi Rana

In the vast expanse of cyberspace, speech flows with minimal restrictions, offering a seemingly utopian playground for the expression of ideas. However, this freedom often leads to the accrual of hate speech, particularly targeting identifiable groups. Our report delves into the realm of hate speech directed at Indian communities, aiming to dissect the lexicon used and its […]