UP Police Seek Terror Designation for Shahzad Bhatti Network Amid Arrests
Uttar Pradesh Police have sought central approval to designate Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti and his network as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, citing alleged links to Pakistan's ISI and involvement in radicalising Indian youths via social media. The network reportedly recruits youths with money and jobs, encouraging attacks on religious leaders, politicians, and sensitive sites. Police have registered 12 cases and arrested 52 individuals connected to the network, recovering weapons and incendiary materials during coordinated operations.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (33/100). Lens Score 63/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–38/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 20 Aug, 08:32 am. Other outlets followed.
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