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In the aftermath of the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, where 26 innocent tourists lost their lives, a disturbing trend has emerged across various news and social media platforms. Several mainstream television news channels and YouTube creators are spreading sensational and unverified reports about India's response, including claims of an impending war with Pakistan and 'surgical strikes'.

However, thumbnails of several videos and news headlines such as 'Surgical Strike in 2 Hours', 'PM Modi's Big Attack', and 'India Declares War' continue to flood television broadcasts and online platforms. These misleading claims are bei...