Politics · India
PM Modi forgives young protesters who allegedly abused him and his mother
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated he forgives young protesters who allegedly used abusive language against him and his mother during a demonstration at Jantar Mantar. He described them as "misguided children" who need guidance and correction, not punishment. Modi expressed his desire to show them the "right path." A 15-year-old girl, reportedly booked for the alleged abuse, issued a public apology stating she was influenced by others and was ashamed.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 4 · Centre 14 · Right 4 n = 22
- Left (4): National Herald, Scroll.in, The Hindu, The News Minute
- Centre (14 votes, 17 outlets): Amar Ujala, Business Standard, Dainik Bhaskar, Deccan Herald, Haribhoomi, Hindustan Times · Mint (HT Media — 1 vote), Jansatta · The Indian Express (Indian Express Group — 1 vote), Mathrubhumi English, NDTV, Navbharat Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), Patrika, The Free Press Journal, The Lallantop, The Quint
- Right (4 votes, 6 outlets): Aaj Tak · India Today (India Today Group — 1 vote), Firstpost · News18 Hindi (Network18 — 1 vote), Punjab Kesari, Republic World
- International (1): France 24