ABP News transmission replaced by military footage and excerpts of remarks attributed to Pakistan’s army chief
An Indian television news broadcaster was briefly taken off its regular programming after its signal was reportedly hacked, airing pro-Pakistan slogans and military-related content.
According to monitoring of the broadcast, ABP News experienced an interruption during which its scheduled content was replaced with footage associated with the Pakistan Army. The altered transmission included excerpts from remarks attributed to Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Force, Field Marshal Asim Munir.
The incident was temporary, and regular programming was later restored. There was no immediate official statement detailing how the breach occurred or who may have been responsible.
ABP News is one of India’s prominent television news outlets and maintains a significant digital presence, including tens of millions of subscribers on YouTube and a large following on social media platform X.
Cybersecurity incidents targeting media organizations have become an increasing concern globally, particularly during periods of heightened geopolitical tension. Experts note that broadcasters can be vulnerable to signal hijacking or digital intrusion if network infrastructure is compromised.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed the source of the hack or whether a formal investigation has been launched. It also remains unclear whether the disruption was limited to television transmission or affected the network’s digital platforms.
The episode adds to a broader pattern of cyber-related disruptions affecting news organizations worldwide, underscoring the importance of strengthened cybersecurity protocols in an era where information platforms are frequently targeted.
Further updates are expected as more details emerge.