Messages warning people about so-called “pen bombs” have been circulating widely on social media, with claims that pen-shaped explosive devices have been found in different parts of the country, particularly in Gujarat. However, despite the widespread circulation of these claims, no confirmed police record or officially verified report of a “pen bomb” explosion in Gujarat could be independently established at the time of publishing. Several fact-check reports have also pointed out that some of the images being shared online are either old, unrelated or show novelty pen-shaped objects rather than explosive devices.

A picture of grenade-style pens is being circulated on social media with the claim that they are actually small bombs responsible for explosions in Gujarat. CyberPeace Research Wing research found the claim to be completely false. The viral image shows a novelty military-style pen, not an explosive device, and there are no credible media reports or official police advisories linking grenade-shaped pens to any explosions in Gujarat.

Security has been beefed up in and around the Vaishnodevi Devi shrine in Trikuta hills following the recovery of a pen bomb from the premises, police today said. A pen bomb without explosives was found from a checking point near the 'Bhawan' of the shrine yesterday. When the pen was pressed, it vibrated as it was fitted with a small battery, but it did not contain explosives or a detonator.

Intelligence officials and forensic experts on Tuesday warned of more Pulwama-style improvised explosive device (IED) attacks on security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir. IEDs are the cheapest and most effective way of inflicting damage. Now, we are seeing increased episodes of remote controlled IEDs, where security forces suffer the maximum damage.

We at YouTurn looked into these viral warnings and found that no such explosive devices have been found, nor have any such incidents taken place in India. The message is entirely fabricated and designed to create unnecessary panic. Through a reverse image search of the photo attached to the warning, we traced the exact object. It is not an explosive device at all; it is a civilian novelty item.

We at YouTurn looked into these viral warnings and found that no such explosive devices have been found, nor have any such incidents taken place in India. The message is entirely fabricated and designed to create unnecessary panic, with the object shown in the viral posts identified as a civilian novelty item, specifically a military grenade-themed ink pen that is completely harmless and available for purchase online.

The viral claims about so-called “pen bombs” are actually a grenade-themed ink refill pen sold on Etsy. Both Bulandshahr and Raipur police confirmed that no advisory about such objects exists, and no incidents have been reported. The visuals being circulated are old and unrelated, making the viral claim on social media false and misleading.

Authorities in Uttar Pradesh have issued a Pen Bomb Alert following reports that several individuals were injured after handling pen-shaped objects suspected to contain explosive materials. The warning has prompted police and public safety officials to urge citizens to remain vigilant and avoid touching any unidentified objects found in public places. Reports suggest the objects appeared similar to regular pens and may have been triggered when opened, clicked, or pressed.

A public safety alert has been issued following reports from Uttar Pradesh where several people were reportedly injured after coming into contact with explosive devices disguised as ordinary pens. The warning comes amid concerns that miscreants may be leaving such suspicious pen-like objects in public places, with authorities urging people not to pick up or handle any unidentified pen found in public spaces.

A public safety alert has been issued after reports from Uttar Pradesh of people being injured after allegedly handling explosive devices disguised as ordinary pens. Concerns have emerged that such pen-like objects may be deliberately left in public places by miscreants, prompting authorities to advise residents not to pick up, handle, or attempt to use any unidentified pen or similar object found in public spaces.

The 2019 Pulwama attack occurred on 14 February 2019, when a convoy of vehicles carrying Indian security personnel on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway was attacked by a vehicle-borne suicide bomber at Lethapora in the Pulwama district of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. The attack killed 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel as well as the perpetrator — Adil Ahmad Dar— who was a local Kashmiri youth from the Pulwama district.

Police in Bulandshahr have warned citizens not to touch suspicious pen-like objects found in public places, as they could potentially be dangerous explosive devices. Authorities have urged people to stay alert, avoid handling unknown objects, and immediately inform police or call emergency services if they spot anything suspicious.

Despite widespread social media rumors and hoaxes regarding 'pen bombs' in India, there is a general lack of credible, officially confirmed reports of pen-shaped explosive devices being successfully used in terrorist attacks within the country. The incidents reported often turn out to be either non-explosive novelty items or unverified claims.