What is stubble burning’s contribution to Delhi’s pollution? It depends on which data you look at

While it is not the main cause of pollution in winters, it is definitely an episodic problem, say experts.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Nov 22, 2021 · 02:30 pm

No, Modi has not ‘enhanced the value’ of Indian passport, as Amit Shah claims

Two global indexes on the world’s most powerful passports show that the country has toppled down several ranks recently.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Oct 17, 2021 · 09:30 pm

Explained: Why it took nearly 30 years to develop a vaccine for malaria

Experts desribe the hindrances in developing a dose for the parasite with a complex life cycle.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Oct 11, 2021 · 07:30 pm

Has left-wing extremism declined in Modi years? Yes, but it declined more in Manmohan Singh’s tenure

The BJP has been crediting Modi for the reduced incidents of left-wing extremism.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Oct 07, 2021 · 09:30 pm

In charts: India’s political parties spent thousands of crores on publicity in the last five years

Between 2015 and 2020, the BJP spent 56% of the total election outlay by all parties, while Congress spent 21.41%.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

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Gautam Doshi, FactChecker.in

· Oct 04, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Fact-checking BJP MLA’s claim that the Taliban are responsible for the fuel price hike in India

The crisis in Afghanistan has not proven to have any bearing on global prices, suggest economists.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Sep 09, 2021 · 09:30 pm

Nirmala Sitharaman claims that Uttar Pradesh has the most MSMEs

While UP tops the list in the estimated number of such enterprises, data shared in Lok Sabha on registered MSMEs shows the state stands third.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Aug 25, 2021 · 07:30 pm

Adityanath’s claim of zero Covid-19 deaths in UP in three days contradicted by Centre’s data

While the state reported no deaths between July 31 and August 2, the Centre’s records show seven people died of coronavirus on August 1.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Aug 04, 2021 · 09:30 pm

Everything you need to know about RBI’s planned digital currency

What are its benefits and risks?

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Jul 28, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Explained: Avascular necrosis, the latest post-Covid-19 condition in bone tissue

Doctors dealing with such cases say this can be the next worrying trend in recovered patients after mucormycosis.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Jul 12, 2021 · 11:30 pm

The surging fuel prices are pushing up inflation. So why isn’t the Indian government doing anything?

Petrol rates have crossed Rs 100 per litre in seven states and Union Territories.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· Jun 20, 2021 · 07:30 pm

Fact check: No, WHO did not praise the UP government for its Covid-19 testing strategy

The global organisation was merely showcasing its own groundwork.

Nidhi Jacob, Factchecker.in

· May 17, 2021 · 07:30 pm