IISER Pune Withdraws Umar Khalid's PhD-Based Book After Social Media Objections
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune removed the book "Fractured Communities: Adivasi Histories and the Politics of Power," based on Umar Khalid's PhD research, from its library shortly after its inclusion due to social media objections. The institute cited precaution to prevent misunderstanding or unrest but did not detail the selection or removal process. The book explores Adivasi history and colonial power dynamics in Jharkhand's Singhbhum region. Officials described the incident as mischief and initiated action against those responsible.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 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 (44/100). Lens Score 39/100.
Outlets measured: indianexpress, freepressjournal, timesnow. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (35–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 26 Oct, 04:05 am. Other outlets followed.