NIA Investigates Online Radicalisation of Indian Youths by Pakistan-Based Network
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has registered a case to investigate the online radicalisation of Indian youths by Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti and alleged ISI operatives aiming to carry out terror attacks. The probe follows a case by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad in April, naming eight accused including Bhatti and others linked to the ISI. Authorities arrested two Indian residents allegedly in contact with Pakistani operatives planning disruptive acts. The investigation highlights efforts to use social media to radicalise youths and disrupt internal peace.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 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 (33/100). Lens Score 64/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, theassamtribune, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–38/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 12 Nov, 06:42 am. Other outlets followed.