Kharge Calls PM Modi 'Terrorist', Later Clarifies Remarks Amid AIADMK-BJP Alliance Criticism
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Kharge Calls PM Modi 'Terrorist', Later Clarifies Remarks Amid AIADMK-BJP Alliance Criticism

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge sparked controversy by calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist" while criticizing the AIADMK for allying with the BJP ahead of Tamil Nadu polls. Kharge later clarified that he meant Modi "terrorises" political opponents using central agencies. He accused the BJP of undermining equality and justice, and praised the DMK-Congress alliance for protecting Tamil Nadu's interests. The BJP demanded an apology, condemning Kharge's remarks as disrespectful.

Political Bias
68%21%11%
Sentiment
29%
AI analysis of 9 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 21 Apr 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 9 sources
● Left 68%● Center 21%● Right 11%

The article group presents perspectives primarily from Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, who criticizes PM Modi and the AIADMK-BJP alliance, framing the BJP as undermining democratic values. The BJP's response condemns Kharge's remarks, demanding an apology. Coverage reflects the political contest between Congress and BJP, highlighting opposition criticism and ruling party rebuttals without endorsing either side.

Sentiment — Negative (29/100)

The overall tone is contentious and critical, centered on Kharge's provocative remarks and subsequent clarification. The BJP's reaction adds a defensive and accusatory sentiment. While Kharge's statements are negative toward Modi and the BJP, the coverage remains factual, reporting both the criticism and the BJP's demand for an apology, resulting in a mixed but predominantly confrontational sentiment.

How 9 sources covered this story

Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
economictimesKharge calls PM Narendra Modi a 'terrorist'; later claims he meant PM terrorising opponentsLeftNegative
freepressjournalMallikarjun Kharge Makes U-Turn On PM Modi 'Terrorist' Remarks; Says He Meant 'Threatens'LeftNegative
swarajyamagKharge Calls PM Modi A 'Terrorist' While Slamming AIADMK Over BJP AllianceLeftNegative
indiatodayMallikarjun Kharge calls PM Modi a 'terrorist', then clarifiesLeftNegative
news18'How Can They Join Modi, He's A Terrorist': Kharge Stirs Up New Controversy, BJP Demands ApologyLeftNegative
indiatodayPM Modi is a terrorist: Mallikarjun Kharge sparks row, BJP hits backLeftNegative
englishKharge Calls PM Modi 'Terrorist', Questions AIADMK-BJP AllianceLeftNegative
moneycontrolMallikarjun Kharge calls PM Modi a 'terrorist', then clarifies saying 'he ....'- Moneycontrol.comLeftNegative
hindustantimesKharge refers to PM Modi as terrorist, slams AIADMK over BJP allianceLeftNegative

Coverage timeline

hindustantimes broke this story on 21 Apr, 10:12 am. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    hindustantimes21 Apr, 10:12 am
    Kharge refers to PM Modi as terrorist, slams AIADMK over BJP alliance
  2. 2
    moneycontrol21 Apr, 10:29 am
    Mallikarjun Kharge calls PM Modi a 'terrorist', then clarifies saying 'he ....'- Moneycontrol.com
  3. 3
    english21 Apr, 10:39 am
    Kharge Calls PM Modi 'Terrorist', Questions AIADMK-BJP Alliance
  4. 4
    indiatoday21 Apr, 11:02 am
    PM Modi is a terrorist: Mallikarjun Kharge sparks row, BJP hits back
  5. 5
    news1821 Apr, 11:09 am
    'How Can They Join Modi, He's A Terrorist': Kharge Stirs Up New Controversy, BJP Demands Apology
  6. 6
    indiatoday21 Apr, 11:10 am
    Mallikarjun Kharge calls PM Modi a 'terrorist', then clarifies
  7. 7
    swarajyamag21 Apr, 11:43 am
    Kharge Calls PM Modi A 'Terrorist' While Slamming AIADMK Over BJP Alliance
  8. 8
    freepressjournal21 Apr, 11:45 am
    Mallikarjun Kharge Makes U-Turn On PM Modi 'Terrorist' Remarks; Says He Meant 'Threatens'
  9. 9
    economictimes21 Apr, 12:11 pm
    Kharge calls PM Narendra Modi a 'terrorist'; later claims he meant PM terrorising opponents

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
Chennai, India
Sources analysed
9
Last analysed
21 Apr 2026
Key entities
Mallikarjun KhargeIndian National CongressNarendra ModiAll India Anna Dravida Munnetra KazhagamBharatiya Janata PartyTerrorismChennaiTamil NaduDemocracyM. K. StalinLok SabhaConstitution of India