BJP Leader Sambit Patra's WhatsApp Hacked, Fraudsters Seek Money from Contacts
Senior BJP leader Sambit Patra confirmed his WhatsApp account was hacked, with fraudsters sending messages to his contacts requesting Rs 55,000. The hackers shared a QR code linked to Jagdish Paswan and insisted on online payments. Patra alerted Odisha Police and warned people not to respond or send money. Similar incidents have affected other public figures, including NCP MP Supriya Sule, actor Swara Bhasker, and BJP leader Dinesh Chand Sharma.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 15%, Centre 77%, Right 8%). Overall sentiment is neutral (42/100). Lens Score 36/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- oneindia— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- ndtv— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles primarily present factual information about the hacking incident involving BJP leader Sambit Patra, including official statements and police involvement. They also mention similar cases involving politicians from different parties and public figures, reflecting a neutral approach without partisan framing or political commentary.
The overall tone is cautionary and informative, focusing on the cybercrime incident and warnings issued by Sambit Patra. The coverage is neutral, avoiding sensationalism while highlighting the fraudulent activity and advising the public to be vigilant.
How 2 sources covered this story
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