RSS-Affiliated Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh's 'Yagna' at Jadavpur University Sparks Controversy
A 'yagna' conducted by the RSS-affiliated Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh at Jadavpur University sparked controversy after being held without university permission near a heritage building. Organisers said the ritual aimed to address alleged administrative irregularities and promote the university's welfare. University officials and various groups, including the teachers' association and some students, opposed the event, citing concerns over unauthorized religious activities and potential disruption to the academic environment.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 32%, Centre 68%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is negative (39/100). Lens Score 47/100.
Outlets measured: thetelegraph, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
All 2 outlets scored close to centre on political lean. The real divergence here is in emphasis, not lean — compare the headlines below to see how each outlet chose to frame the same facts.
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 8 Aug, 11:08 am. Other outlets followed.