Context:
As part of the government’s ’32 Create in India Challenges’, the TruthTell Hackathon was launched as a global contest to develop AI-based tools that can detect and combat false content in real-time—across live news, social media, and videos.
The initiative is spearheaded by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in collaboration with the India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA).
Grand Showcase
- The winning innovations will be showcased at the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, scheduled to be held in Mumbai from May 1–4, 2025.
Winners
Top 5 Winning Teams and Innovations
- Team Unicron (Delhi) – Anvesha
- AI-powered tool to detect falsehoods in text, images, and videos.
- Team Alchemist (Dehradun) – VeriStream
- Uses AI and mapping tools to fact-check live broadcasts.
- Team Whooshing Liars (Bengaluru) – Nexus of Truth
- Capable of spotting deepfakes and fake news in multiple languages.
- Team Bug Smashers (Delhi) – Live Truth
- Generates live credibility scores and alerts using GPS integration.
- Team Vortex Squad (Bengaluru) – Real-Time Fact-Check System
- Offers real-time verification during live events.
Objective & Impact
- The hackathon aims to:
- Promote innovation in AI and misinformation detection.
- Equip digital platforms and media with tools to maintain content integrity.
- Foster global collaboration in the fight against fake news and deepfakes.
This initiative aligns with India’s broader efforts to position itself as a global hub for ethical and secure digital innovation, especially in the media-tech and content verification spaces.
