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65 SourcesTamil Nadu, India
thebalanced.newsKharge Calls PM Modi 'Terrorist', Later Clarifies; BJP Demands Apology and EC Action
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge sparked controversy during the Tamil Nadu election campaign by calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist" while criticizing the AIADMK's alliance with the BJP. Kharge later clarified he meant Modi "terrorises" political opponents using central agencies like the ED, IT, and CBI. The BJP condemned the remarks as derogatory and insulting, demanding an apology and action from the Election Commission. The incident intensified political rhetoric ahead of the polls, highlighting deep divisions between the parties.
Political Bias
51%22%27%
Sentiment
32%
AI Analysis
Political bias across 65 sources
● Left 51%● Center 22%● Right 27%
The article group presents perspectives primarily from Congress and BJP sources. Congress frames Kharge's remarks as criticism of alleged misuse of government agencies by the Modi-led BJP, emphasizing opposition unity and democratic values. BJP sources condemn the remarks as personal attacks and violations of electoral conduct, demanding institutional action. The coverage reflects the adversarial political climate without endorsing either side's claims.
Sentiment — Negative (32/100)
The overall sentiment is mixed and contentious. Congress articles focus on Kharge's critique of the ruling party's tactics, while BJP sources express strong condemnation and outrage. The tone is largely negative due to the controversy and political backlash, with both sides using charged language. Neutral reporting highlights the clarification and procedural responses, maintaining factual balance amid heightened emotions.
How 15 sources covered this story
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 21 Apr, 11:56 pm. Other outlets followed.
- 1indianexpress21 Apr, 11:56 pmKharge calls PM terrorist, clarifies; BJP slams remark, to meet EC today
- 2hindustantimes22 Apr, 01:44 amKharge's 'terrorist' remark against PM Modi triggers row
- 3thehindu22 Apr, 02:26 am'Didn't call PM Modi a terrorist,' Kharge clarifies remarks; accuses him of 'terrorising' political opponent
- 4indiatvnews22 Apr, 02:37 amKharge clarifies 'terrorist' remark after uproar, says he meant 'PM Modi is facilitating terrorism'
- 5hindustantimes22 Apr, 04:42 amBJP vs Congress over Kharge's 'terrorist' remark at PM; Shah says 'Modi Ji totally curbed terrorism '
- 6ndtv22 Apr, 06:07 amVideo PM Modi News Mallikarjun Kharge Calls PM Modi "A Terrorist", Then Clarifies
- 7indiatvnews22 Apr, 06:36 amBJP delegation meets EC over Kharge's 'terrorist' remark on PM Modi: 'Insult to entire country'
- 8english22 Apr, 07:06 amPOLITICS: BJP Recalls
- 9thestatesman22 Apr, 07:44 am'They crossed all boundaries': BJP knocks on EC's door, demands apology from Kharge over 'terrorist' remark on PM Modi
- 10thetribune22 Apr, 07:59 amOutraged, hurt: BJP petitions EC against Kharge's 'terrorist reference' for PM - The Tribune
Lens Score breakdown
35/100
Public interest0/100
Coverage gap90%
Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.
Who's involved
Institutions and figures named across source coverage.
Government
Central GovernmentGovernor's OfficeLok Sabha
Political
AIADMKDMKBJPAll India Anna Dravida Munnetra KazhagamBharatiya Janata PartyDravida Munnetra KazhagamCongress
Story context
- Category
- Politics
- Location
- Tamil Nadu, India
- Sources analysed
- 65
- Last analysed
- 22 Apr 2026
- Key entities
- Bharatiya Janata PartyTerrorismNarendra ModiMallikarjun KhargeIndian National CongressAll India Anna Dravida Munnetra KazhagamDemocracyTamil NaduChennaiPolitical partyUnion Council of MinistersCentral Bureau of Investigation
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