India's 157th rank on the 2026 World Press Freedom Index puts it below Qatar, the Philippines, and near war zones, even as Trump banned three US outlets.
Read Full ArticlePakistan's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued the Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines, 2026, mandating that all foreign journalists obtain a No Objection Certificate before travelling outside Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi to report, a move coinciding directly with the ongoing civil unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
Delhi HC grants bail to two accused in Seemapuri mob assault on journalists case, citing contradictions in prosecution's identification evidence.
Sikkim HC holds FIR reporting isn’t a media trial, dismisses plea to restrain press coverage and uphold privacy claims under Article 21.
J&K and Ladakh High Court holds newspaper owner cannot be prosecuted for defamation without specific allegations on role in selecting or publishing content.
Gauhati HC quashes case against journalist, ruling his article on religious fundamentalism & illegal migration falls within journalistic duty.
Andhra Pradesh HC quashes case against Sakshi editor, cites no evidence of inciting enmity; stresses protection of press freedom under Article 19.
The Kerala High Court lifts a gag order, allowing journalist Sunil Mathew to report on the death of Bishop Yohannan, emphasizing press freedom.
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