Man Arrested in Hyderabad for Forging Aadhaar and PAN Cards Using Software
A 36-year-old man named Mahadev was arrested in Hyderabad for forging Aadhaar and PAN cards by altering photographs, names, dates of birth, and addresses using software. Operating from his photocopy centre and residence, he charged Rs 300 to Rs 1,000 for these services. Customers reportedly used the fake documents to obtain SIM cards, government benefits, and jobs in private factories. Police seized multiple forged documents and equipment during the arrest and are investigating the customers involved.
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 43/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, thehindu. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 30 Oct, 11:21 am. Other outlets followed.
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