Kerala Congress MLA Reports Fake Call Offering Ministerial Post for Money
Kerala Congress MLA Vidya Balakrishnan reported receiving a WhatsApp call from someone claiming to be from the party high command, offering a ministerial position in exchange for money ahead of a rumored cabinet reshuffle. She promptly informed Congress leadership and filed a police complaint, leading the Kozhikode Cyber Cell to investigate. The MLA emphasized that ministerial berths are not decided by money and expressed hope for a thorough probe. The Chief Minister stated he was unaware of the matter.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans left-leaning overall (Left 70%, Centre 25%, Right 5%). Overall sentiment is neutral (35/100). Lens Score 36/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- economictimes— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
- news18— left-leaning framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a straightforward account focusing on the Congress MLA's report of a fraudulent call, reflecting perspectives from the MLA and party leadership. The Chief Minister's response is included to provide official government context. Both sources maintain a neutral tone without partisan framing, emphasizing the investigation and the party's stance against corruption.
The overall sentiment is neutral, reporting the incident factually without emotional language. The coverage highlights the MLA's prompt action and the ongoing investigation, avoiding speculation or judgment. The inclusion of the Chief Minister's unawareness adds a balanced dimension, resulting in a measured tone throughout.
How 2 sources covered this story
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