BLM Credit Society Chairman Detained Over Alleged Fund Diversion Case
The Crime Branch detained R Premkumar, chairman of Bharath Lajhna Multi State Housing Co-operative Society Limited (BLM Credit Society), from his Chennai residence over alleged fund diversion involving deposits used for private purchases in Kerala and Chennai. Despite the original complaint being withdrawn, the Crime Branch continued its investigation, finding significant fund diversion. Premkumar was hospitalized after health issues and has challenged the case in Kerala High Court, asserting regular repayments and alleging attempts to undermine the society.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (47/100). Lens Score 59/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, hindustantimes, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (47–47/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 29 Oct, 04:32 am. Other outlets followed.