Freedom Of Expression
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India among top 10 countries to jail writers, academics in 2021, shows Pen America’s report
This is ‘one element of the ruling party’s attempts to quash dissent and entrench political control’, the United States non-profit organisation said.
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I&B Ministry issues notice to Zee Tamil for alleged satire on Narendra Modi, demonetisation
A BJP Tamil Nadu leader had filed a complaint alleging that a skit performed by two children on a reality show had mocked the prime minister.
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After vandalism on ‘Aashram’ set, MP home minister says name of web series should be changed
Bajrang Dal members had on Sunday caused a ruckus on the set in Bhopal, and assaulted one person.
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Trending
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Opinion: Why is Modi the only prime minister who is haunted by Nehru’s ghost?
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‘The bell-eared demon’: When Swami Vivekananda warned how worship could become fanaticism
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DU professor arrested for social media post about claimed shivling in Gyanvapi mosque
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500, as it happened: Sindhu defeats world No 1 Yamaguchi to reach SF
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‘Farzi’ organisation: Why Hindu petitioners in Gyanvapi case have split
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Bajrang Dal members vandalise ‘Aashram’ set in Bhopal, throw ink at Prakash Jha
Members of the group claimed the show was an assault on Hinduism and said they will not allow shooting to go on till its title was changed.
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New IT Rules don’t have a chilling effect on freedom of speech, Centre tells Madras HC
The rules substantially empower ordinary users of digital platforms to seek redressal for their grievances, the government said.
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Gurudwara committee seeks ban on web series ‘Grahan’ for ‘objectionable’ portrayal of Sikh character
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee asked the Centre to enact the new information technology rules to curb such content.
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Video
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Watch: Ukrainian president Volodymr Zelenskyy is the protagonist of a new comic book
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Caught on camera: Panic at metro station in Santiago, Chile, after explosion due to electrical fault
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Watch: Rajasthan Royals cricketers do the hook step to a song from the movie ‘Phir Hera Pheri’
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Watch: Dust storms engulf cities, cut down visibility in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
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Watch: Actor Aamir Khan asks former cricket coach Ravi Shastri to recommend him for a cricket team
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India signs statement against ‘politically motivated internet shutdowns’
In 2020, India imposed the highest number of internet shutdowns in the world, according to a report. Of 155 global shutdowns, India alone accounted for 109.
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New IT rules impinge upon my right to privacy: Musician TM Krishna moves Madras HC
The musician said that the rules impose ‘arbitrary, vague, disproportionate and unreasonable’ restrictions on digital news media and social media platforms.
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As cartoonist Manjul gets law enforcement notice from Twitter, an outpouring of satirical support
Indian cartoonists have taken to social media to explain why humour is essential for a democracy to stay healthy.
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The Reel
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‘12th Man’ review: Oversharing between friends is overrated (it can lead to murder)
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‘Dhaakad review: All work and no play makes Agni a dull girl
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‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ review: A spiritual and spirited sequel
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‘Panchayat’ season 2 review: An entertaining game of trivial pursuit
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‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ trailer: Meet Hulk’s lawyer cousin
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Amid calls for boycott, ‘The Family Man’ creators say they have utmost respect for Tamil people
A Tamil Nadu minister said the show ‘depicts Eelam Tamils in a highly objectionable manner’ and is against Tamil culture.
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Facebook suspends account of poet K Satchidanandan for posting video on BJP’s loss in Kerala polls
He has been prohibited from doing a ‘Facebook Live’ for 30 days, for allegedly violating the social media website’s ‘community standards’.
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‘Tandav’ row: SC stays arrest of Amazon Prime India head Aparna Purohit
The court also said the Centre’s new rules to regulate OTT platforms ‘lacked teeth’.
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The Field
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Archery World Cup: Indian compound men’s team win second gold of season, bronze for mixed team
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IPL 2022: R Ashwin’s brilliance against CSK helps RR finish second and earn berth in Qualifier 1
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Tennis: No ATP and WTA ranking points for Wimbledon 2022 over Russia, Belarusia ban
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Indian football: Final whistle for Praful Patel as SC hands over AIFF to committee of administrators
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Watch: MS Dhoni – ‘Definitely I will be working hard to come back strong for next year’s IPL’