Claim: A viral post on social media claimed that journalist @ImranRiazKhan stated, “@ImranKhanPTI ‘s appeal to the public to throw trash on the streets will create new problems for the government.” The post featured the logo of @siasatpk, giving the impression that the news was published by their platform. Well-known journalist @realrazidada also shared the post on his X account, which further amplified its reach.

Fact-Check: According to Watch Dog’s investigation, the news is fake, and @siasatpk‘s logo was misused. The post was not published by any credible sources but was spread through an edited image, attempting to give the impression that http://siasat.pk had released the news. http://Siasat.pk denied the post, stating, “Be cautious of this X handle, as it repeatedly creates fake images and misuses our logo to make false news appear credible. Always verify from our official handle; our images always contain source links.”

In conclusion, the post was fabricated and spread with misleading intentions. Before sharing any news, it is essential to verify it from official sources. If a news channel’s logo appears on a post, check their official website to confirm its authenticity. If a well-known journalist or public figure shares a post, verify the source before believing it as misleading information can manipulate public opinion.