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Tamil Nadu political drama: Allegations of horse-trading and corruption surface
Political tensions in Tamil Nadu have escalated following allegations of horse-trading and corruption involving the DMK and the TVK party. A TVK MLA reported being offered a bribe to switch allegiance, leading to three arrests. Meanwhile, MDMK leader Vaiko faced questions about his criticism of the DMK while in alliance, leading to a heated exchange at a press conference.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 3 · Centre 11 · Right 2 n = 16
- Left (3): Satya Hindi, The Hindu, The News Minute
- Centre (11): Amar Ujala, Dainik Bhaskar, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Mathrubhumi English, Nai Dunia, The Free Press Journal, The Indian Express, The New Indian Express, The Times of India, The Tribune
- Right (2): India Today, Republic World