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thebalanced.newsSix Arrested After Licensed Firearm Found in Former Congress MLA's Vehicle in Malda
Police in Malda district, West Bengal, arrested six individuals after finding a licensed pistol with expired registration and live ammunition in a vehicle linked to former Congress MLA Md Mottakin Alam during a routine checkpoint. Alam was not present in the vehicle at the time. The incident drew criticism from local Trinamool Congress and BJP leaders over firearm handling, while Congress officials described it as a minor oversight. A case under the Arms Act has been registered, and the arrested were remanded to judicial custody.
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Bias Analysis: The articles present perspectives from multiple political actors: the Congress party downplays the incident as minor, while Trinamool Congress and BJP leaders criticize the former MLA for negligence. Coverage includes official police statements and reactions from opposition and ruling party figures, reflecting a range of viewpoints without endorsing any particular stance.
Sentiment: The overall tone is neutral to slightly critical, focusing on the facts of the arrest and firearm recovery. While opposition parties express criticism, Congress representatives minimize the issue. The reporting avoids sensationalism, maintaining a factual and measured approach to the incident.
Lens Score: 37/100 — Story is receiving appropriate media attention. Public interest: 0/100. Coverage gap: 100%.
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