Doctors Remove Axe Blade from Man’s Skull After Attack in Kota, Rajasthan
In Kota, Rajasthan, doctors performed a three-hour surgery to remove a 2.5 cm edge of an axe embedded deep in the skull of Ramjilal Shariya, 30, who was allegedly attacked by unidentified assailants while asleep on the night of July 11-12. Found by his wife after dogs barked, he was initially treated at local hospitals before being referred to Kota's NMCH hospital. The patient remains in critical and unstable condition, with doctors warning of ongoing risks over the next eight to ten days. Police have registered an attempted murder case and are investigating.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is negative (30/100). Lens Score 47/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- freepressjournal— balanced framing, negative sentiment
- news18— balanced framing, negative sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a straightforward account focusing on the medical emergency and police investigation without political framing. Both sources emphasize the victim's condition and the surgical response, reflecting a neutral stance. There is no evident political perspective or partisan interpretation, as the coverage centers on factual reporting of the incident and official statements.
The tone across the articles is serious and factual, reflecting concern for the victim's critical condition and the complexity of the surgery. There is no sensationalism or emotional language; instead, the coverage maintains a sober and respectful approach to the incident and ongoing investigation, resulting in a predominantly neutral to cautiously concerned sentiment.
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