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Deepfake Video of NSA Ajit Doval Misattributes Remarks on CJP Leaders

Deepfake Video of NSA Ajit Doval Misattributes Remarks on CJP Leaders

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ThreatCluster •October 26, 2026 at 15:12 UTC
  • •A deepfake video falsely attributes obscene remarks to NSA Ajit Doval.
  • •The original video dates back to March 2019, confirming the manipulation.
  • •AI detection tools identified the audio as likely generated by AI.

A deepfake video purportedly shows NSA Ajit Doval making inappropriate remarks about Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. The video claims that Doval stated they had taken nude photos of the leaders and would release them if protests continued. Fact-checking revealed that the video is digitally manipulated, using a 2019 original clip of Doval. AI detection tools confirmed the audio was likely generated by AI, with a 99.4% likelihood from Hive Moderation. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) also labeled the video as fake, confirming its manipulation. The incident highlights the risks of misinformation through deepfake technology, particularly in political contexts.

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2026-10-22
PIB alerts public about deepfake video
The PIB Fact Check account confirmed the video was digitally manipulated and labeled it as fake.
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2026-10-25
AI detection confirms deepfake creation
Meta's AI detector confirmed the video was generated using its tools on this date.
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What is a deepfake?
A deepfake is a synthetic media in which a person in an existing image or video is replaced with someone else's likeness.
How can I verify if a video is a deepfake?
Use AI detection tools that analyze audio and visual elements for signs of manipulation.
What should I do if I encounter a deepfake?
Report it to relevant authorities or fact-checking organizations to help mitigate misinformation.