India-Pakistan Tension: Sonakshi Sinha Slams News Channel for Spreading Fear

Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha has criticized Indian news channels for sensationalizing the ongoing military tensions between India and Pakistan, accusing them of turning war coverage into a spectacle

Tensions escalated after Pakistan attacked areas bordering Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a retaliatory response from India and a complete blackout in sensitive areas

Sonakshi expressed her frustration on Instagram, urging news channels to focus on reporting facts without dramatization, and advised the public to rely on trustworthy news sources

The Indian Ministry of Defense has advised media outlets and digital platforms to avoid real-time coverage of military operations, as premature reporting can compromise operational effectiveness and safety

The Ministry highlighted past incidents like the Kargil War and the 26/11 attacks to emphasize the risks associated with premature and sensational reporting

According to the Cable Television Networks (Amendment) Rules, 2021, only designated officials are permitted to provide briefings during counter-terrorism operations

India successfully thwarted Pakistan's attempt to attack military installations, resulting in prolonged blackouts in several sensitive regions for security reasons

The Ministry called on all media stakeholders to exercise caution, sensitivity, and responsibility in their coverage, maintaining high standards in serving the nation

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