Thane Police Investigate Galaxy Finance Directors Over Alleged Rs 13.7 Crore Investment Fraud
Authorities in Thane, Maharashtra, have registered cases against Manoj Gulekar and Vinayak Jagdale, directors of Galaxy Finance Consultancy, for allegedly defrauding investors. Reports indicate 36 investors lost over Rs 13.7 crore after promised monthly returns of 5% stopped in February. The Economic Offences Wing is investigating the scheme, which initially paid returns to build trust. Police suspect more victims may come forward as the probe continues.
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 (38/100). Lens Score 47/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 15 Sept, 10:22 am. Other outlets followed.