The problem, as I see it, is that the coup so far has turned into mostly a non-event. I think the media wishes there was more of a story so they are having to hype everything they can. The whole Muslim angle is a perfect example of it. They want pictures of blood in the streets so since they can't have it, they are trying to go after something else that doesn't exist.
The hard facts are very simple and easy to understand. The former PM has been doing everything possible to hang onto power (think Al Gore). As part of this process, he has been trying to replace key people with those that are loyal to him. His latest attempt was to replace key people in the military and it backfired on him.
While in NY, he tried to force some people out of office and they said no. In turn they forced him out. QED.
They are now in the process of setting up a transitional civilian government that will take power within 2 weeks and lead to new elections. So far, everything looks good. For example, they have set up a commission to investigate corruption under the former PM and the people on the committee are very well respected (including one who was on the former PM's side).
Of course, these types of things don't sell papers so they hype up lies about General Sondhi instead.