Anil Kumar Rastogi Responds to Viral Video of Interaction with PM Modi at Padma Awards
Veteran actor and scientist Anil Kumar Rastogi, awarded the Padma Shri at a ceremony attended by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, responded to a viral video suggesting he ignored the Prime Minister's handshake. Rastogi clarified that the moment was an unintentional oversight due to his age, expressing respect for Modi and dismissing social media criticism. The incident sparked varied reactions, including commentary from political figures, but Rastogi emphasized his admiration for the Prime Minister.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 10%, Centre 82%, Right 8%). Overall sentiment is positive (68/100). Lens Score 42/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- freepressjournal— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The article group presents multiple perspectives, including social media reactions and political commentary, notably from a Trinamool Congress spokesperson criticizing the event management. However, the primary focus is on Rastogi's response, which expresses respect for Prime Minister Modi. Coverage includes both criticism and defense, reflecting a range of political viewpoints without endorsing any.
The overall tone across the articles is mixed, combining critical social media reactions and political remarks with a respectful and clarifying response from Anil Kumar Rastogi. While some sources highlight controversy and trolling, the actor's statements convey a positive and respectful sentiment toward the Prime Minister, balancing the narrative.
How 2 sources covered this story
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