Social Media Hoax: Maharashtra Teen's Lockdown Rumour Sparks Panic

Social Media Hoax: Maharashtra Teen's Lockdown Rumour Sparks Panic

Social Media Hoax: Maharashtra Teen's Lockdown Rumour Sparks Panic In Maharashtra's Thane district, a young man's misinformation spread online about an impending lockdown fueled public anxiety, prompting swift police action.The alleged hoaxer, identified as Arham Azharuddin Ansari, admitted to spreading the baseless claim and apologized, thereby avoiding further legal consequences.Authorities urge citizens to refrain from sharing unverified cont…

Thane youth detained for spreading rumours, let off after apology

Thane, Mar 28 (PTI) A 19-year-old man was detained in Maharashtra’s Thane for allegedly spreading rumours on social media claiming that a nationwide lockdown would be imposed, a police official said on Saturday.Arham Azharuddin Ansari, who lives in the city's Mumbra area, was allowed to go after he tendered an apology and expressed regrets for his action, police said.Police launched an inquiry after a video of Ansari surfaced online, claiming th…