In a significant turn of events, the official Facebook page of the Kannada-language news platform Kannada News Today was successfully recovered following a hacking incident that left the team locked out for nearly a month. The page, which had become an important digital touchpoint for readers across Karnataka, was compromised by unknown attackers, disrupting the outlet’s social media communication.
Following the breach, the editorial team swiftly initiated legal steps and worked closely with cybercrime investigators. Detailed documentation was submitted to Meta to prove ownership, leading to an extensive verification process. After consistent follow-up and support from the cyber team, access to the page was finally restored after 30 days of persistent efforts.
During the downtime, followers of the platform noticed the absence of updates and began voicing their concerns online. The temporary loss of the page highlighted the essential role of social media in regional news delivery and how vulnerable such platforms can be without robust protections in place.
The incident has since spurred the Kannada News Today team to adopt new security protocols and review its digital presence with a renewed focus on resilience. The outlet, founded by Satish Raj Goravigere, continues to emphasize its role as a reliable news source while taking steps to protect its digital infrastructure against future threats.
Cybersecurity experts note that incidents like this are becoming increasingly common, especially for media organizations with large digital footprints. Pages with significant followings are often targeted not just for mischief, but also for spreading misinformation under the guise of credible sources. In this case, timely legal action and transparency played a crucial role in avoiding further damage.
The situation also exposed some of the limitations of platform-level support mechanisms. Despite providing all necessary proof early on, the recovery process extended over several weeks, raising concerns about how swiftly digital publishers can reclaim control in the event of a hack. Media professionals are now calling for more streamlined verification procedures for verified news pages.
Meanwhile, Kannada News Today has reassured its readers that no sensitive user data was compromised during the incident. The team expressed gratitude to its loyal followers who remained patient and supportive throughout the disruption. As the platform resumes normal activity, it also plans to raise awareness among other regional publishers about the importance of digital vigilance and preventive security practices.
