Police Recover Thousands of Lost Mobile Phones Using CEIR and IMEI Tracking
Police forces in Thane and Andhra Pradesh have recovered thousands of lost or stolen mobile phones using the CEIR portal and IMEI tracking technology. Thane Police retrieved 180 phones worth approximately Rs 19.6 lakh, while Andhra Pradesh police recovered over 15,000 phones valued at Rs 30.49 crore, returning 583 devices to their owners through the 'Mee Mobile - Mee Intiki' program. Both operations involved dedicated teams and technical investigations to trace devices across states and districts, aiming to enhance recovery and return processes.
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 positive (75/100). Lens Score 46/100.
Outlets measured: thehindu, freepressjournal. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 3 Sept, 11:57 am. Other outlets followed.
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