Fact-O-Pedia

Welcome to Fact-O-Pedia! At Fact-O-Pedia, we aim to empower you by unveiling the truth behind the fake news that circulates daily. Whether you’re skeptical about a headline or curious about a claim, our app lets you verify facts quickly and reliably by leveraging methodologies from top fact-checking websites. How It Works: 1) Claim Selection: We choose a claim to debunk. 2) Research: We gather relevant data and evidence. 3) Evaluation: We carefully assess the claim. 4) Fact-Check Writing: We provide a clear, evidence-based verdict. 5) Onboarding: Easy-to-follow pages help you get started. 6) Image Upload: Scan text from images using our built-in OCR. Key Features: 1) Text Search: Quickly find facts using keyword searches. 2) Voice Search: Use your voice to search for facts. 3) Image Search (OCR): Convert text from images to searchable content—including support for regional languages. 4) Curated Fake News: Access links to articles with confirmed fake news. About Us: This app is developed at the Information Retrieval Lab (IReL), IIT (BHU) Varanasi. Idea & Guidance: Dr. Sukomal Pal Contributors: Soumadip Majumder and Sushma Sabbithi.