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      Govindraj Ethiraj is an Indian journalist, media entrepreneur, and fact-checker, best known for his contributions to promoting transparency and fighting misinformation in Indian media. He is the founder of BOOM, a prominent fact-checking website dedicated to debunking misinformation, fake news, and viral hoaxes. BOOM has become a trusted source for fact-checking claims related to politics, current events, and social media content in India.

      In addition to founding BOOM, Govindraj Ethiraj also established IndiaSpend, India's first data journalism initiative, which focuses on using data to report on public policy, economics, and social issues. His work emphasizes the importance of accurate information and accountability in journalism, particularly in the age of digital media, where misinformation spreads rapidly.

      Govindraj has had a long career in journalism, working with reputed media organizations such as The Economic Times and Bloomberg TV India, where he contributed to business journalism. His initiatives like BOOM and IndiaSpend aim to foster better public understanding of critical issues through data-driven journalism and rigorous fact-checking.

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