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Crime
Rajasthan Man Arrested for AI Deepfake Fraud Using Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's Videos
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 04:00 AM
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Police in Rajasthan detained a suspect accused of creating and circulating AI‑generated deepfake videos of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for fraudulent purposes.
Rajasthan police have taken into custody a man alleged to have fabricated AI‑generated deepfake videos featuring Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. The suspect is accused of using the manipulated footage to deceive viewers and potentially extract money or influence public opinion.
Investigators say the deepfake content was shared across social media platforms, prompting complaints from officials who recognized the misuse of the chief minister's likeness. The police traced the digital trail back to the suspect, leading to his arrest.
Authorities have warned that the proliferation of AI‑based misinformation poses a serious threat to public trust and have urged citizens to verify the authenticity of online videos before sharing them.
The case underscores growing concerns in India about the misuse of advanced generative technologies for fraud and political manipulation, prompting calls for stricter regulations and awareness campaigns.
Investigators say the deepfake content was shared across social media platforms, prompting complaints from officials who recognized the misuse of the chief minister's likeness. The police traced the digital trail back to the suspect, leading to his arrest.
Authorities have warned that the proliferation of AI‑based misinformation poses a serious threat to public trust and have urged citizens to verify the authenticity of online videos before sharing them.
The case underscores growing concerns in India about the misuse of advanced generative technologies for fraud and political manipulation, prompting calls for stricter regulations and awareness campaigns.