Authorities Investigate Misbranded Rabies Vaccine Batch Seized in Delhi
A batch of the rabies vaccine Abhayrab, bearing batch number KE25012, was seized from an unlicensed premises in Delhi and found to be misbranded and not of standard quality by the Central Drugs Laboratory, Kasauli. Indian Immunologicals Limited stated the seized vials were not manufactured by its Human Biologicals Institute division and highlighted 17 differences from genuine samples. Authorities have arrested four individuals and are investigating the source of the counterfeit vials, while regulators have urged strict vigilance over the batch's distribution.
First-hand measurement across 12 sources
We measured how 12 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 (49/100). Lens Score 60/100.
Outlets measured: indianexpress, thetelegraph, indiatoday, indianexpress, thetribune, news18, economictimes, thehindu, and 4 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 5 Sept, 02:24 am. Other outlets followed.