NCB Investigates Escape of Suspected Drug Peddler Linked to Trans-Border Network
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) is investigating the escape of Aqib Bashir, a suspected drug peddler linked to a trans-border narcotics network, from its Jammu office. Arrested on September 3 with heroin, Bashir fled custody late Sunday, prompting a multi-agency manhunt. CCTV footage tracked his movements near Narwal. The NCB suspects connections to drug networks in Punjab and Pakistan and has sought public assistance and coordinated with local police. An internal inquiry is underway to determine if any insider facilitated the escape.
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 neutral (45/100). Lens Score 56/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, thetribune. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 8 Sept, 08:17 pm. Other outlets followed.
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