Rs 35 Lakh Seized in Illegal Liquor Trade Probe Linked to Police Official's Murder
Eight individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a police official, with six currently in custody. Authorities seized approximately Rs 35 lakh, reportedly earned from illegal liquor trade, based on information from the main accused, Rahul Jaiswal. The gang held liquor contracts worth Rs 40 crore in Harda district, with varying stakes among members. Police investigations included raids and examination of WhatsApp chats detailing profits and fund distribution. The victim, Dilip Puri, was fatally crushed while attempting to stop a truck carrying illicit liquor. One accused, Mohin Jaiswal, died during treatment after a brain stroke.
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 51/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
theprint broke this story on 11 Nov, 09:03 pm. Other outlets followed.