India Propaganda: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Sunday that investigators had uncovered an alleged India-linked digital propaganda network that spread misinformation and anti-state content in Pakistan. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Tarar said security agencies had arrested a person who provided digital marketing services. According to him, the investigation revealed links between the suspect’s activities and operators in India. Investigation traces funding Tarar said investigators found that payments for promoting social media content in Pakistan passed through payment gateways originating in India. Furthermore, he said technical investigators identified an organized network of bot farms that amplified content targeting Pakistan, its institutions, the government, the armed forces and the army chief. Anum Uzair: Pakistani Athlete Wins Country’s First 100km Galiyat Mountain Trail Ultra Marathon Claims over JAC campaign The minister said investigators linked much of the promoted content to online campaigns involving the Joint Action Committee (JAC) in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). He claimed the campaign sought to weaken relations between Pakistan and Kashmir. Moreover, he questioned why the group had not contested elections if it genuinely represented public interests. Tarar also accused the committee of encouraging violence, disrupting public order and organizing armed demonstrations during previous protests in Azad Kashmir. Digital evidence recovered The minister said authorities now possess what he described as “irrefutable evidence” connecting the campaign to India. In addition, he said investigators recovered WhatsApp conversations between the arrested suspect and an alleged Indian operator. According to Tarar, the messages discussed payments, audience targeting and social media account management. He added that those involved transferred payments in small amounts to avoid detection by financial monitoring systems. Forensic analysis continues Tarar said forensic experts traced several online accounts to India despite attempts to conceal their locations through virtual private networks (VPNs). Meanwhile, he said investigators also recovered AI-generated images and old videos that had allegedly been presented as recent incidents from Kashmir. The minister claimed the campaign promoted sectarian narratives, encouraged violence and attempted to undermine public confidence in state institutions. Government vows further action Tarar said the investigation remains ongoing and that authorities continue to examine digital payment systems and other technical evidence. Finally, he said the government would continue exposing coordinated disinformation campaigns and protecting Pakistan’s national interests. Post navigation Regional Peace Mohsin Naqvi Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment During UK Meeting Balochistan Security: Federal, Provincial Leadership Approve Master Plan to Strengthen Counterterrorism
