Factoid(noun)
An item of unreliable information that is reported and repeated so often that it becomes accepted as fact.
Hindi meaning:छपी बात जो सच लगे
Synonyms: Illusion, Error, Hallucination
Example: Over several days, here and at other companies, I hear this factoid repeated like a campaign talking point.’
Trick to remember: Toi (times of india) mai kabhi kabhi factoid news aa jati h 
