India hosted the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026. The summit brought together member countries to discuss important issues including economic cooperation, reform of global governance, trade, artificial intelligence, health, energy, food security, and climate change. The New Delhi Declaration was adopted during the summit, with member countries condemning terrorism and […]
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Dilli Hussain, also known as Muhammad Dilawar Hussain, is a well-known and influential figure associated with the global Muslim Brotherhood discourse. He is among a select group of journalists whose presence is frequently seen in discussions, debates, and coverage related to major issues concerning the Muslim world. By profession, Hussain is a journalist and serves […]
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As part of its ongoing initiative to identify and document online misinformation networks, DFRAC conducted an investigation into the X (formerly Twitter) account operated under the name Deepak Sharma. The assessment covered a three-month period, from May 2026 to July 2026, during which the account’s posts, reposts, and overall online activity were systematically monitored and […]
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Wars are not fought only on borders; in the modern era, social media has become a new battlefield where mobile phones, computers, and the internet have replaced bullets and gunpowder as the biggest weapons. In this war, lines of soldiers are not visible; instead, information, images, videos, and posts appearing on screens serve as weapons. […]
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Executive Summary This report presents DFRAC’s investigation into the social media activity of Riddhima Sharma, an Instagram-based influencer who has accrued a significant following through content focused on religion, Hindu nationalism, cultural identity, and political commentary. The account was created in February 2024 and has grown rapidly, gaining visibility through associations with senior members of […]
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The rapid expansion of digital communication and the growing reach of social media platforms have transformed the information landscape in unprecedented ways. Within this evolving environment, information warfare, cognitive warfare, and influence operations have become significant elements of contemporary geopolitical competition and ideological conflicts. Various studies and international organizations have highlighted that disinformation, misinformation, and […]
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With the rapid expansion of digital media and social media platforms, the impact of information warfare and organized disinformation campaigns continues to grow. Particularly in a sensitive and strategic region like Northeast India, digital networks that influence online narrative-building, political polarization, and regional discontent have become a matter of serious concern. During this investigation, a […]
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The battle over the narrative of a sensitive and geopolitically crucial issue like Kashmir is no longer confined to the ground; it is being fought aggressively across digital platforms. In this digital ecosystem, a film titled ‘Saffron Kingdom’ has recently emerged, raising serious suspicions regarding its content and dissemination methods. On the surface, the film […]
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Religious festivals in India, traditionally marked by communal harmony and shared participation, have increasingly become flashpoints for tension. Reports emerged of targeted disruptions, vandalism, and heightened communal fears. While Christmas 2025 saw a documented surge in physical attacks and intimidation against Christian communities across multiple states, Eid 2026 was largely defined by pre-festival tensions, particularly […]
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DFRAC’s recent digital monitoring reveals a coordinated effort to reframe minor, localised incidents in the state as full-blown security crises. Pakistani users and affiliated networks are systematically amplifying these events, turning small disputes into narratives of rebellion, military confrontation, and institutional collapse. The goal isn’t just misinformation. It’s narrative construction. Local incidents are being selectively […]
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