 | CM Pinarayi Vijayan vows to protect free media, but with a riderLeader of Opposition V D Satheesan alleged that a frightened government is using this as an opportunity for a vengeful witch hunt of the media. |
 | Bangladesh government orders to block 191 'anti-state' news websitesCampaigners and foreign governments including the United States have long expressed worries about efforts by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to silence criticism. |
 | Right to comment on content on social media, TV channels facet of free speech, says Delhi HCA sharp use of language conveys the message intended by the artists but in a cultured and nuanced manner as seen in 'Ottamthullal' and the 'Chakiyaarkoothu' art forms, noted Justice Asha Menon. |
 | Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge alleges Centre hounding media; Modi government refutes chargeIt alleged that a senior executive of a prominent news channel and two other staffers had recently quit due to pressure from the government for airing stories critical of the ruling establishment. |
