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A video of Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar biting apples from a large ceremonial garland and tossing them into a cheering crowd during his visit to Kanakapura has gone viral. Supporters praised the gesture as an informal interaction, while critics questioned the appropriateness of throwing partially eaten food. BJP spokesperson Ashok Gowda criticized the act, referencing a Ramayana story to challenge Shivakumar's conduct. The event followed Shivakumar's public Bengaluru Metro ride earlier the same day.
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 38%, Centre 54%, Right 8%). Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 30/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
The articles present perspectives from both supporters and critics of DK Shivakumar. Supporters emphasize his informal engagement with the public, while opposition voices, notably from BJP, challenge the propriety of his actions using cultural references. Coverage includes official statements and social media reactions, reflecting a mix of political viewpoints without favoring any side.
The overall tone across the articles is mixed, combining positive portrayals of Shivakumar's approachable behavior with negative reactions questioning the optics of throwing bitten food. Supporters' enthusiasm contrasts with critical social media comments and opposition remarks, resulting in a balanced sentiment that highlights both admiration and disapproval.
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
| Source | Their headline | Bias | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|
| republicworld | Bite, Toss Cheer: DK Shivakumar Takes An Apple Bite Then Tosses It To Cheering Crowd, Video Goes Viral WATCH | Center | Neutral |
| news18 | DK Shivakumar Takes Bites Of Apples, Throws Them Into Crowd; Video Goes Viral | Left | Negative |
| timesnow | A Bite Of An Apple, And A Ramayan Reference: DK Shivakumar's Rally Act Goes Viral | Left |
english broke this story on 9 Jun, 04:07 am. Other outlets followed.
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| english | DK Shivakumar Takes Bite From Apples, Tosses Them Into Crowd; Video Goes Viral | Center | Neutral |
