DHAKA, 18 Aug 2025– Addressing the critical need for verified information in the digital age, a new Bangladeshi fact-checking website, Rumour Detector (rumourdetector.com), has officially launched. The platform is dedicated to serving the Bengali-speaking community by debunking misinformation, verifying viral claims, and providing the public with accurate, evidence-based reports.
Addressing the Rise of Digital Misinformation
In an environment where fake news and unverified claims spread rapidly across social media platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp, Rumour Detector aims to be a trusted guardian of the truth. The organization was founded to counter the negative impact of misinformation, which can lead to social division, public panic, and an erosion of trust.
“[Your Name], founder and Editor-in-Chief of Rumour Detector, stated, “Our mission is not just to correct falsehoods, but to empower citizens with the skills to think critically about the information they consume. We envision a digital space where truth can thrive, and we believe that starts with providing accessible and reliable fact-checks.”
A Commitment to Transparency and Methodology
Rumour Detector operates with a strict commitment to impartiality and transparency. The organization’s team of trained journalists and researchers follows a systematic process to evaluate claims:
Monitoring: Identifying viral and potentially harmful claims circulating online.
Investigation: Tracing information to its original source and consulting primary data and subject-matter experts.
Rating: Assigning a clear verdict to each claim, such as “True,” “False,” “Misleading,” or “Unproven.”
The entire workflow is detailed in the site’s [Fact-Checking Policy](link to your policy page). Furthermore, the organization has made its ethical commitments and funding information publicly available on its [About Us](link to your about page) page, ensuring full transparency. The platform’s principles are inspired by the code of principles of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN).
Empowering the Public to Fight Fake News
Rumour Detector encourages active participation from the public in its fight against misinformation. Users can submit suspicious claims, images, or videos for verification through the website’s dedicated [Submit a Claim](link to your submission page) feature.
As a vital new resource in the region’s media landscape, Rumour Detector is poised to make a significant impact on how information is consumed and shared online.
For more information or to see the latest fact-checks, visit https://rumourdetector.com.