Needle Found in One-Year-Old's Body in Kerala, Parents Allege Medical Negligence
A one-year-old girl from Kerala underwent surgery after a needle was found lodged near her right ribs, detected during a July 2026 examination at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. Her parents allege the needle was left inside during neonatal treatment at Kottayam Medical College Hospital's NICU after her birth in June 2025. Despite initial swelling and pain, doctors reportedly dismissed concerns until the needle was discovered. The family has filed complaints seeking action against the hospital staff involved.
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 (35/100). Lens Score 57/100.
Outlets measured: indianexpress, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–42/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 5 Sept, 03:46 am. Other outlets followed.