Sunanda Naik

Sunanda is veracious Fact-Checker at Newsmeter. She enjoys busting fake new around her. As a journalist, she feels it is her responsibility that only right information reaches out people.

    Sunanda Naik

    Can Rick Simpson Oil cure all type of cancers?
    Can Rick Simpson Oil cure all type of cancers?

    A post claiming a miraculous cure for cancer has gone viral on social media.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 12 Oct 2022 12:46 PM IST


    Do silver dental fillings cause serious health issues?
    Do silver dental fillings cause serious health issues?

    A viral post claims that silver dental fillings can be harmful and may be the root cause of many health issues.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 12 Oct 2022 12:18 PM IST


    Photo of Malaysian university falsely passed off as new AIIMS Bilaspur campus
    Photo of Malaysian university falsely passed off as new AIIMS Bilaspur campus

    A photo of some buildings is being shared on social media with the claim that it is the new AIIMS.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 11 Oct 2022 3:34 PM IST


    Can Vicks VapoRub relieve earache?
    Can Vicks VapoRub relieve earache?

    A post suggesting a new way to treat earache has gone viral on social media.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 10 Oct 2022 11:40 AM IST


    Unproven remedy to prevent Alzheimers can lead to other health conditions
    Unproven remedy to prevent Alzheimer's can lead to other health conditions

    A post claiming that coconut oil can be efficient in preventing Alzheimer’s is being widely shared on social media. Taking a teaspoon of coconut oil...

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 9 Oct 2022 5:30 PM IST


    Can this diet cure cancer?
    Can this diet cure cancer?

    A Facebook post about a diet that can cure cancer has gone viral on social media.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 Oct 2022 7:18 PM IST


    Video of Iranian protestors clashing with British police in London shared as Hindu-Muslim clash
    Video of Iranian protestors clashing with British police in London shared as Hindu-Muslim clash

    A video reportedly of a clash between Hindus and Muslims in London over a cricket match is doing the rounds of social media.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 Oct 2022 5:40 PM IST


    Can mobile phone use increase risk of brain tumor by 40%?
    Can mobile phone use increase risk of brain tumor by 40%?

    Social media users are claiming that using a cell phone increases the risk of getting a brain tumor by 40 percent.

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 Oct 2022 10:56 AM IST


    Dont try Nyquil chicken challenge, it could be fatal
    Don't try 'Nyquil chicken challenge,' it could be fatal

    A new social media video challenge has people cooking chicken with NyQuil, a cold and flu medicine. ā€œNyQuil chickenā€ has become the latest TikTok...

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 4 Oct 2022 7:18 PM IST


    Can doing Shankha Mudra every day increase your height?
    Can doing 'Shankha Mudra' every day increase your height?

    An Instagram post claims that doing a mudra—gripping the right thumb with all four fingers of your left hand and then touching the left thumb to the...

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 4 Oct 2022 4:15 PM IST


    No, tooth decay or cavity cannot be reversed
    No, tooth decay or cavity cannot be reversed

    The viral post reads, "Every time you eat sugar, your teeth are in danger for next 20 minutes, so try brushing your teeth after eating sweets. Your...

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 Oct 2022 6:30 PM IST


    Viral video of journo Sudhir Chaudhary reporting Modis arrest is doctored
    Viral video of journo Sudhir Chaudhary reporting Modi's arrest is doctored

    In the video, journalist Sudhir Chaudhary reports, ā€œMumbai Crime Branch has arrested PM Modi for allegedly making an inappropriate video.ā€ The video...

    By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 Oct 2022 5:04 PM IST


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