The Gujarat High Court stayed proceedings against Times of India and Indian Express based on a Supreme Court order. The High Court criticized TOI for misrepresenting the situation, claiming contempt proceedings. The Court dropped contempt proceedings against the editor of Divya Bhaskar after an unconditional apology. The newspapers were criticized for sensationalizing court proceedings.
Today, On 13th July, The Gujarat High Court criticized The Times of India and Indian Express for “false and distorted” reporting, stating that their use of the Court’s observations in headlines could mislead the public. The Court issued notices to the editors and demanded explanations for this misrepresentation. The media’s reporting on court proceedings was deemed misleading and potentially damaging.
The Gujarat High Court was informed on Friday that the state plans to reclaim about 108 hectares of grazing land from Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd, allocated in 2005. Villagers had contested the allocation, arguing that it left them with insufficient grazing land. The state has committed to replenishing 129 hectares of land for the village’s use.