Sourav Ganguly Reports Death Threats, Police Investigate Sender in Kolkata
Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly and his wife have received threatening letters over the past six months, prompting a police complaint at Thakurpukur Police Station in Kolkata. Ganguly confirmed the threats, stating the phone number linked to them is from Kolkata and expressed confidence in the police investigation. Authorities are examining the letters, courier details, and a mobile number connected to the sender, believed to be from Belgharia in North 24 Parganas district. Ganguly also noted he has security in place.
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 (48/100). Lens Score 46/100.
Outlets measured: thetribune, indiatoday, thetelegraph. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetelegraph broke this story on 14 Aug, 02:24 pm. Other outlets followed.