Two Sadhus Found Murdered and Buried Near Haridwar Temple; Police Investigate
Two sadhus, Sewa Giri and Uttam Giri, were found murdered and buried near the Pathreshwar Mahadev Temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Police launched an investigation after temple staff reported their disappearance and an informant alerted authorities about suspicious activity. Forensic teams examined the site, and CCTV footage is being analyzed to identify suspects. Authorities have registered a murder case and are working to arrest those involved, while probing all angles including possible theft from the temple.
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 (42/100). Lens Score 55/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (42–42/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 21 Jul, 11:40 am. Other outlets followed.