The News 21 media bias and reliability
The News 21 is held by the ratings provider we draw on, and no rater has placed it on the political spectrum. We have seen it on 33 published stories of ours.
The short answers
Is The News 21 biased?
The News 21 is held by the ratings provider we draw on, and no rater has placed it on the political spectrum. An outlet rating describes a broad pattern in its output, not every article it publishes.
Is The News 21 left or right?
The News 21 is held by the ratings provider we draw on, and no rater has placed it on the political spectrum.
Is The News 21 reliable?
We do not hold a factual-reliability assessment for The News 21. A political-leaning label would not answer that question on its own, so we do not infer reliability from left, centre or right.
What The News 21 has been covering
Our account of each story, written from every outlet that ran it, with The News 21’s own report linked underneath.
Donald Trump rejected Iran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire, which would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz. The US president told aides he expects to resume bombing Iran after the November midterm elections, the Wall Street Journal reported.
The News 21 reported it asTrump Rejects Iran’s 7-Day Ceasefire Plan, Report Says (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Donald Trump stated he would discuss security, technology, and artificial intelligence with Chinese President Xi Jinping. He suggested cooperation between the US and China to foster peace and prosperity, while also indicating a preference for current regulatory frameworks over new multilateral constraints on AI.
The News 21 reported it asTrump-Xi Summit 2026: Trade Truce Extended, AI And Taiwan Remain Key Issues; Check Key Takeaways (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that the government will introduce a maximum number of foreign students per class. She also stated that parents of foreign students with integration issues will be required to learn Italian and that burqa and niqab will be banned in schools.
The News 21 reported it asWaris Pathan Targets Giorgia Meloni Over Burqa-Niqab School Ban (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Iran communicated a set of conditions to the United States through Qatari mediators, with its security chief stating seven demands were delivered. The statements came as Houthi forces intensified attacks on Saudi targets, prompting varied coverage across left, centre and right outlets.
The News 21 reported it asIran Sends 7 Conditions to US Through Qatar to Restart War Talks (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
India's Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that world leaders fell ill after attending the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The ministry's fact-checking unit labelled the claims 'fake' and 'malicious'.
The News 21 reported it asMEA Rejects Claims World Leaders Fell Sick After BRICS Summit (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a birthday message to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday. Putin praised Modi's contribution to strengthening India-Russia relations and his global standing, recalling a recent meeting in New Delhi.
The News 21 reported it asPM Modi Turns 76: 500 Bikers Begin Varanasi-Vadnagar Yatra (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni wished Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a happy 76th birthday, calling him 'friend' and noting the strengthening bond between their countries. Other world leaders also sent greetings.
The News 21 reported it asPM Modi Turns 76: 500 Bikers Begin Varanasi-Vadnagar Yatra (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
A Pakistan Navy vessel collided with an Indian Navy warship in the North Arabian Sea on September 15, 2026. India lodged a strong protest, citing a violation of a 1991 agreement on advance notice of military exercises. The incident occurred in international waters and caused no major damage.
The News 21 reported it asIndia Summons Pakistan Diplomat After Navy Ships Collide in Arabian Sea (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Donald Trump has rejected calls for new regulations on artificial intelligence, stating that the U.S. government already possesses adequate power to control AI firms. He described efforts to implement guardrails as a "sick conspiracy" that could cede technological leadership to China.
The News 21 reported it as“AI Takeover Is a ‘Hoax’”: Trump Dismisses AI Fears (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Donald Trump confirmed he uses artificial intelligence but declined to specify how, stating only that it can be used for "a lot of things." He also commented on the technology's future, saying "whoever wins in artificial intelligence wins."
The News 21 reported it as“AI Takeover Is a ‘Hoax’”: Trump Dismisses AI Fears (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
The BRICS New Delhi Declaration condemned the April 22, 2025, terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The statement called for zero tolerance towards state-sponsored cross-border terrorism and reaffirmed the commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms.
The News 21 reported it asBRICS Joint Declaration Agreed Ahead of Delhi Summit 2026 (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the BRICS Business Forum, calling for the removal of trade barriers and emphasizing the importance of secure sea lanes for global trade. He highlighted the economic contributions of BRICS nations and India's role as a hub for growth and stability.
The News 21 reported it asPM Modi Calls India a Global Solution Hub at BRICS Forum (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked alongside leaders including Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi. Modi was seen holding hands with the Iranian president, a gesture underscoring solidarity within the expanded grouping.
The News 21 reported it asPM Modi Calls India a Global Solution Hub at BRICS Forum (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke at the BRICS Business Forum, advocating for economic security and resilient supply networks. He stated that increased economic activity and security contribute to self-reliance amid global uncertainty.
The News 21 reported it asJaishankar Calls for Stronger BRICS Economic Cooperation (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
India's real GDP grew by 7.8% in the second quarter, exceeding expectations. The IMF has praised the country's efforts to modernize its statistical framework, including new IIP and PPI series, stating they should improve GDP estimates.
The News 21 reported it asIMF Praises India’s 7.8% GDP Growth, Economy Shows Resilience (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has voiced confidence in the upcoming BRICS Summit, anticipating positive and meaningful discussions on global welfare. Leaders from member and partner nations are set to attend the event in Delhi.
The News 21 reported it asPM Modi Ahead of BRICS Summit: India Seeks Global Welfare Talks (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Explosions were reported near Iran's Kharg Island and the port city of Jask. A US official confirmed strikes on Iranian oil tankers, while Iran's military warned of retaliation if its vessels are attacked. Oil prices rose following the news.
The News 21 reported it asIran Fires Missiles at US Positions in Jordan After Tanker Strikes Near Kharg Island, Jask (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Donald Trump has stated that oil prices will decrease significantly once the war with Iran concludes, which he anticipates will happen soon. He also claimed a record amount of oil was moved through the Strait of Hormuz.
The News 21 reported it asIran Fires Missiles at US Positions in Jordan After Tanker Strikes Near Kharg Island, Jask (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Russian President Vladimir Putin questioned the Group of Seven's economic relevance at the BRICS Business Summit in New Delhi, contrasting the bloc's global economic output with that of BRICS nations. He also accused Western countries of attempting to maintain dominance by undermining competitors.
The News 21 reported it asPutin to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Meet PM Modi on September 11 (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
India's economy expanded by 7.8% in the April-June quarter, surpassing forecasts. This growth was primarily fueled by robust activity in financial, real estate, IT, and professional services, while inflation rose to 4.45%.
The News 21 reported it asIndia GDP Growth 7.8% in Q1 FY27: Economy Beats RBI Forecast (opens The News 21 in a new tab)
Who says so
No rating organisation we draw on has placed The News 21. We asked on 3 September 2026.
How reliably it reports fact
A rating of the newsroom in general, by others, and a different thing from the Trust score we publish on each story, which judges one piece of reporting.
We hold no factual-reliability rating for this outlet.
Who owns it
We hold no ownership record for The News 21.
Where it publishes from
- Official site
- thenews21.com
- Seen publishing on
- thenews21.com
- Access
- Free to read
What we have seen ourselves
Counted across the stories this site has published, which is the only denominator a reader can check: every one of them has a page, and every page lists the reports it was written from.
- Stories
- 33
- Reports listed
- 34
- We could read
- 0
- First seen
- 3 August 2026
34 of those reports were paywalled or blocked to us. Our reading of this outlet is built on the 0 we could open, not on everything it published.
A blindspot is measured against one side of the spectrum. The News 21 has not been placed on the spectrum, so there is no side to count against and we publish no figure here.
Across the 33 stories of ours where at least three of the reports we listed carried a time, another outlet was always ahead of The News 21: its report arrived a median of 18 hours after the earliest one we logged.
Measured 29 September 2026. Last seen in a coverage list 28 September 2026. Ratings pulled 3 September 2026.
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