The recent crash of an Indian Air Force (IAF) Tejas fighter aircraft at the Dubai air show has triggered a wave of speculation on social media, with many users terming the mishap a setback for India’s flagship defence export platform.

On Sunday, an IAF team reached Dubai to conduct a joint investigation with the UAE authorities. While no evidence of foul play has emerged so far, online discussions have intensified, demanding a thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Several hashtags gained traction, amplifying theories about sabotage and external interference. A fabricated social media post also claimed that an oil leak had been detected on the Tejas before the flight. However, a PIB Fact Check clarified that the allegation was false, stating that the fluid seen

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