Crime & Law · India
Two migrant workers killed in Kulgam terror attack
A targeted terror attack in Kulgam, South Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of two migrant workers from Chhattisgarh. One victim died immediately, while the second succumbed to injuries later. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 10 lakh for the families of the deceased. Security forces are investigating the incident, with initial reports suggesting a Lashkar commander may be involved. Political leaders have condemned the attack, with some calling it a security lapse and questioning its timing.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 3 · Centre 13 · Right 3 n = 19
- Left (3): National Herald, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (13 votes, 14 outlets): Amar Ujala, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Greater Kashmir, Haribhoomi, Hindustan (Hindi), NDTV, Navbharat Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), Patrika, Prabhat Khabar, Telangana Today, The Free Press Journal, The Indian Express
- Right (3): Dainik Jagran, Punjab Kesari, Republic World