SPPU Initiates Probe into Alleged Fake Degree Sale for Rs 3 Lakh
Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has launched a fact-finding probe after allegations that an employee from its Finance and Accounts Department offered to sell a fake Bachelor of Commerce degree for Rs 3 lakh to a rickshaw driver's son. The complaint, supported by social activist Dhammaratna Gaikwad, highlights forged certificates bearing the old university name and claims of financial fraud. The university has taken the matter seriously and formed a committee to investigate the alleged racket and related forged documents.
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 (39/100). Lens Score 53/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, indianexpress. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (38–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 28 Jul, 04:33 pm. Other outlets followed.
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