The Supreme Court deferred its hearing on petitions challenging the Centre’s ban on the BBC documentary “India: The Modi Question” until January 2025. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta assured the court that a counter affidavit would be submitted within two weeks. The government labeled the documentary as biased propaganda.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his support for a “secular civil code,” emphasizing the need for a simplified, accessible justice system as crucial for a developed India. He commended the Indian judiciary for its vigilant and proactive stance on national issues and highlighted modernization and innovation as essential for ensuring justice for everyone.