Rs 20 Note With Death Wish Found in Andhra Pradesh Temple Donation Box
A Rs 20 note with a handwritten message requesting the death of the writer's aunt was found in the donation box of Subrahmanyeshwara Swamy Temple in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. The message expressed distress over alleged harassment and asked the deity to ensure the aunt's death. Temple staff and devotees were shocked by the unusual and bitter nature of the note, which contrasts with typical prayers for health or success. The identity of the writer and timing of the note remain unknown.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is negative (30/100). Lens Score 29/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- republicworld— balanced framing, negative sentiment
- ndtv— balanced framing, negative sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a straightforward report focusing on the unusual incident without political framing. Both sources emphasize the shock and unusual nature of the message, reflecting social and cultural perspectives rather than political viewpoints. There is no evident partisan angle or political commentary in the coverage.
The overall tone across the articles is neutral to slightly negative due to the disturbing content of the message. While some reactions include humor or disbelief, the predominant sentiment is one of shock and concern over the unusual and bitter nature of the prayer, with no overtly positive or sensational language.
How 2 sources covered this story
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
