A group calling itself the Pakistan Cyber Force has claimed responsibility for hacking the Indian news channel ABP News. The channel was temporarily taken over and content promoting Pakistan was broadcast. The incident is being reported as a retaliatory move following previous cyberattacks on Pakistani media outlets.
Broadcast of Pro Pakistan Content
During the alleged hack the ABP News channel reportedly aired slogans such as Pakistan Zindabad and other content supporting Pakistan. Clips of speeches by Pakistani military leaders were also shown. The broadcast caused confusion among viewers in India and quickly became a topic trending on social media.
Response by Pakistani Media
Pakistani state media including Radio Pakistan covered the incident extensively presenting it as a retaliatory action against earlier attacks on Pakistani channels. Local news outlets praised the operation as a demonstration of Pakistans growing cyber capabilities.
Global Verification Status
As of now there is no independent confirmation from ABP News or international media verifying the hack. While the claims are widely circulated on Pakistani platforms global news agencies have yet to report the incident. Authorities in India have not officially commented on the matter.
Implications and Cybersecurity Concerns
The incident highlights the increasing importance of cybersecurity for media outlets in South Asia. It raises concerns about the vulnerability of news channels to state linked or politically motivated cyberattacks. Experts say such events could escalate tensions and undermine trust in broadcast media if not properly addressed.