Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant stressed the necessity of safeguarding free speech, especially for journalists and the media. He emphasized the crucial link between freedom of speech and leading a dignified life, and the courts’ disapproval of attempts to curtail this right. The event also featured discussions on protecting the media’s rights within constitutional limits.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL seeking to block a news article alleging the cessation of RAW operations in North America, emphasizing that it did not endanger officers’ careers or their family members’ lives. The judgment upheld press freedom while recognizing the government’s authority to address content threatening national security. The ruling showcased the judiciary’s respect for press freedom and concern for national security.
The Calcutta High Court emphasized the crucial role of press freedom in a democratic society and granted anticipatory bail to journalist Ranjit Das, who was wrongly accused after covering illegal mining. The ruling underscores the judiciary’s responsibility to safeguard press freedom, acknowledging the challenges journalists face in upholding democratic values.