MDU Cancels Exam Centre Amid Cheating Allegations, Orders Inquiry
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) has canceled an examination centre and shifted it on campus following allegations of cheating during recent mercy-chance exams. Student groups protested, accusing an organized racket of selling solved question papers before exams, with some links alleged to university officials. The Vice-Chancellor, Milap Punia, acknowledged the concerns, ordered an inquiry, and a police complaint is being filed. Exams continue as scheduled amid calls for strict action against those 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 (49/100). Lens Score 43/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, thetribune. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 5 Oct, 08:16 pm. Other outlets followed.
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