85-Year-Old Former Haryana Soldier Completes MA, Plans Further Studies
Lal Chand Godara, an 85-year-old former soldier from Sirsa, Haryana, has completed his Master's degree from Indira Gandhi National Open University after resuming his education at 76. Inspired by his grandchildren's questions, he finished his graduation at 81 and now plans to pursue a PhD or law degree. Godara previously served in the Army and worked in the Haryana Transport Department before retiring in 2002. He also competed in masters athletics, demonstrating that learning can continue at any age.
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 positive (76/100). Lens Score 31/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 20 Sept, 08:45 am. Other outlets followed.
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