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Eleven Arrested in Maharashtra MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Paper Leak Case

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Eleven Arrested in Maharashtra MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Paper Leak Case

Analysed 25 Sept 2026·3 sources analysed·Mumbai, India·Crime
Eleven Arrested in Maharashtra MPSC Drug Inspector Exam Paper Leak CasePreviousNext

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector exam paper leak investigation has led to 11 arrests, including candidates and middlemen. The Special Investigation Team and Mumbai Crime Branch uncovered that confidential question papers were illegally accessed and distributed for financial gain. Following the scandal, the MPSC canceled the recruitment process and plans to conduct a fresh examination to ensure fairness and maintain trust in the selection procedure.

Sentiment
45%
TBN's observations

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 (45/100). Lens Score 60/100.

Outlets measured: english, hindustantimes, freepressjournal. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.

AI analysis of 3 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 25 Sept 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Sentiment — Neutral (45/100)

Sentiment was consistent across outlets (42–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.

Coverage timeline

freepressjournal broke this story on 25 Sept, 04:47 am. Other outlets followed.

25 Sept, 04:47 am3 sources · 85 min25 Sept, 06:12 am
AI analysis by the TBN Bias Engine · beat methodology byDushyant Deshmukh· Investigative Writer· editorial standards byOjas Kale
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  1. 1
    freepressjournal25 Sept, 04:47 am
    MPSC Drug Inspector Paper Leak Case: Arrests Rise To 11 As SIT Nabs 2 Candidates And 2 Middlemen In Maharashtra
  2. 2
    hindustantimes25 Sept, 05:43 am
    Drug inspector exam paper leak: Two candidates among four held; total arrests reach 11
  3. 3
    english25 Sept, 06:12 am
    Drug Inspector Exam Paper Leak: Two Candidates Among 4 Held, Total Arrests Reach 11

Accountability flags

TBN's analysis identified the following accountability dimensions in this story.

  • financial irregularity

    This story involves alleged financial misconduct — unexplained transactions, procurement irregularities, or misuse of public/shareholder funds.

  • abuse of power

    This story involves alleged misuse of official authority or institutional position to achieve personal or political ends.

Who's involved

Institutions and figures named across source coverage.

Government
Maharashtra Public Service CommissionSpecial Investigation TeamMaharashtra Food and Drug AdministrationFood and Drug Administration DepartmentCuffe Parade Police Station
Corporate
Kautilya Academy
Enforcement
Mumbai Crime BranchSpecial Investigation TeamCuffe Parade Police Station

Story context

Category
Crime
Location
Mumbai, India
Sources analysed
3
Last analysed
25 Sept 2026
Key entities
Maharashtra Public Service CommissionMaharashtraBuldhana districtMumbaiSangliNyayaFood and Drug AdministrationNavi MumbaiCriminal investigation departmentMumbai PoliceNandurbar districtCriminal conspiracy