Telangana Human Rights Commission Seeks Report on Elderly Woman's Alleged Torture
The Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) has sought a detailed report from the Bhadradri Kothagudem district collector regarding the alleged torture of an elderly woman in Jinkalagudem village. The woman was reportedly suspected of being possessed by an evil spirit and subjected to severe physical abuse, including being made to stand on nails driven under her hands and feet and beaten until unconscious. The incident, which occurred in July, surfaced recently through viral videos. The commission highlighted concerns over violations of the woman's rights and dignity and has scheduled a report submission by October 27.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (32/100). Lens Score 64/100.
Outlets measured: news18, indianexpress. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (25–38/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 22 Sept, 11:53 pm. Other outlets followed.
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