The TruthTell Hackathon 2025, launched by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in collaboration with ICEA, is an AI-driven challenge aimed at combating misinformation in live broadcasting.
As part of the Create in India Challenge (CIC) under WAVES 2025, the hackathon invites developers, AI experts, and media professionals to create real-time fact-checking solutions. With a prize pool of ₹10 lakh, mentorship opportunities, and incubation support, participants can showcase their innovations on a global stage.
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in collaboration with the India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA), has launched the TruthTell Hackathon—a game-changing AI innovation challenge. This pioneering event is part of Season 1 of the Create in India Challenge (CIC) under the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025.
🚀 Hacking the Hoax – AI vs. Misinformation
In today’s digital age, misinformation spreads like wildfire, especially during live broadcasts. TruthTell Hackathon is here to change the game by calling upon developers, AI experts, and media professionals to create cutting-edge AI solutions for real-time misinformation detection and fact verification.
💰 Prize Pool: ₹10 Lakh
🏆 Mentorship & Incubation Support
🌍 5,600+ Global Registrations | 36% Women Participation
🔥 Why Join TruthTell Hackathon?
✅ Develop AI-driven tools to detect and verify live broadcast information
✅ Enhance media trust & transparency with real-time fact-checking
✅ Showcase your AI innovation at WAVES Summit 2025
✅ Win big & collaborate with top tech leaders
📅 Key Dates (TruthTell Hackathon )
📌 Prototype Submission Deadline: 21st February 2025
📌 Final Presentations: End-March 2025
📌 Winners Showcase: WAVES Summit 2025
🎯 How to Participate?
📍 Register now: https://icea.org.in/truthtell/
🔗 Powered by Innovation
The hackathon is backed by Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), IndiaAI Mission, and DataLEADS, reinforcing ICEA’s mission to redefine media technology and broadcasting standards.
Key Supporting Partners
The hackathon is supported by leading organizations, including the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), IndiaAI Mission, and DataLEADS. Their involvement reinforces ICEA’s dedication to fostering cutting-edge innovation and setting new standards in media technology.
About ICEA
The India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA) is India’s apex industry body representing the mobile and electronics sector. It drives policy advocacy, global collaborations, and digital innovation to strengthen India’s position as a leader in technology and electronics manufacturing.
TruthTell Hackathon 2025 is an opportunity to revolutionize real-time fact-checking and shape the future of ethical AI in media. Innovate, challenge misinformation, and make a global impact.
🔊 Be a part of the revolution – Innovate. Challenge. Lead.
Join the ₹10 Lakh TruthTell Hackathon – Register Now
