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Gujarat Police conducted 'Operation Mule Hunt 1.0' from December 2025 to June 2026, uncovering cyber fraud worth Rs 2,289 crore linked to mule bank accounts used for laundering illicit funds. The operation led to 565 FIRs, 638 arrests, and action against 913 mule accounts. Coordinated across multiple agencies, it involved data sharing with national cybercrime bodies and banks. The crackdown also saw significant reductions in cheque and ATM withdrawals. An AI-based risk scoring system is being implemented to enhance detection and prevention.
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 10%, Centre 63%, Right 27%). Overall sentiment is positive (70/100). Lens Score 50/100 — moderate public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
The articles primarily present official perspectives from Gujarat Police and government sources, focusing on law enforcement achievements without political commentary. They emphasize coordinated efforts and technological measures against cybercrime, reflecting a government-led narrative. Opposition or civil society viewpoints are absent, resulting in coverage centered on administrative and policing actions.
The overall tone across the articles is neutral to positive, highlighting successful enforcement actions and technological advancements in combating cyber fraud. The coverage emphasizes reductions in fraudulent transactions and arrests made, portraying progress without sensationalism or criticism. There is no evident negative sentiment or controversy in the reporting.
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
| Source | Their headline | Bias | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|
| thetribune | Op Mule Account 1.0: Gujarat cops unearth cyber frauds worth Rs 2289 cr, arrest 638 since 2025 - The Tribune | Right | Positive |
| thehindu | 'Operation Mule Hunt' exposes 2,289 crore cyber fraud network in Gujarat; 638 arrested | Center | Neutral |
| zeenews | Op mule hunt 1.0: Gujarat Police uncover Rs 2,289 crore fraud, register 565 FIRs | Center |
zeenews broke this story on 1 Jun, 10:03 am. Other outlets followed.
Moderately important story that could benefit from broader coverage.
TBN's analysis identified the following accountability dimensions in this story.
This story involves alleged financial misconduct — unexplained transactions, procurement irregularities, or misuse of public/shareholder funds.
Institutions and figures named across source coverage.
| Positive |
