https://www.altnews.in/the-year-that-was-misinformation-trends-of-2020/
The past year (2020) is a reminder of mainstream media’s role in spreading misinformation. Unrestrained ‘news’ anchors screamed at television screens, feeding erroneous information to millions. From the start of the year with protests against the Citizen Amendment Act (CAA) to the ongoing farmers’ protest, mainstream journalists have remained at the forefront of airing misleading pro-government propaganda.
This report lists the top pieces of misinformation debunked by Alt News.
1. Misinformation surrounding CAA protests, Delhi riots and violence at Jamia and JNU.
2. Misinformation around coronavirus and the vilification of the Muslim community.
3. Misleading media reports during the displacement of migrant workers due to COVID-19 lockdown.
4. Medical misinformation shared in the wake of COVID-19.
5. Media misinformation on India-China dispute.
6. False news surrounding farmers’ protest.
7. Attempts to legitimise ‘love jihad’.