Indian TV channels reportedly hacked as Pakistan Anthem aired during live transmission
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Reports circulating on social media claim that unknown hackers allegedly targeted some Indian news channels, causing unexpected content to appear during live broadcasts. According to the claims, broadcasts of TV9 Telugu and Freedom TV Kannada were reportedly affected by a cyber incident. It was alleged that interference occurred during a speech by the Indian president, after which Pakistan’s national anthem was briefly aired on TV9 Telugu. However, the incident has not yet been independently verified, and no official confirmation or detailed statement has been issued by the concerned Indian channels or authorities. Cybersecurity experts said that if external interference in a television broadcast is confirmed, a detailed technical investigation is usually carried out to determine the nature of the attack, identify possible responsible actors, and examine any security weaknesses. Meanwhile, videos and claims related to the alleged incident are spreading rapidly on social media, but their authenticity remains unconfirmed. The actual details of the incident are expected to become clear after any official investigation or assessment by relevant authorities.