Grok AI Mistranslation on X Sparks Modi-Maldives Diplomatic Buzz

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CNBC TV18•27-01-2026, 12:04
Grok AI Mistranslation on X Sparks Modi-Maldives Diplomatic Buzz
- •A routine Republic Day greeting exchange between PM Modi and Maldives President Muizzu led to a social media storm.
- •Grok's auto-translate feature on X incorrectly interpreted Modi's reply, generating false claims about Maldives' anti-India campaigns.
- •The AI mistranslation went viral, leading to memes and jokes, despite no official reports supporting the AI's claims.
- •The error also confused India's Republic Day with Independence Day, adding to the widespread confusion.
- •Users on X questioned the reliability of Grok's translation, highlighting the significant AI glitch.
Why It Matters: Grok AI's mistranslation of PM Modi's Republic Day reply to Maldives President caused a social media stir.
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