Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:36am on 18 Jan 2026,Sunday India
Police in Varanasi registered eight FIRs over alleged AI-generated images and misleading posts about redevelopment work at Manikarnika Ghat. Officials said the visuals shared on social media were false and aimed at hurting religious sentiments and disturbing public order. The cases name eight individuals and several X handles. Police said action will also cover those who reposted the content. Opposition leaders raised concerns online, prompting a response from Yogi Adityanath, who called the claims false propaganda. He said redevelopment is ongoing and warned of strict action against misinformation. (PC: HT)
