EXCLUSIVE: Ambani, Adani outlets among Indian publishers contesting Modi’s privacy law Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Ambani, Adani outlets among Indian publishers contesting Modi’s privacy law - Reuters
In short
Indian publishers, including those associated with Ambani and Adani, are contesting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed privacy law, citing concerns about the potential for censorship and the infringement of free speech. The move comes amid growing tensions between Modi and the media amid a series of controversies, including the banning of the banned book "The Satanic Verses." The publishers argue that the law would undermine the principles of free press and democratic governance.
Key points
- Indian publishers, including those associated with Ambani and Adani, are contesting Prime…: Indian publishers, including those associated with Ambani and Adani, are contesting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed privacy law, citing concerns about the potential for censorship and the infringement of free speech.
- The move comes amid growing tensions between Modi and the media amid a series of controve…: The move comes amid growing tensions between Modi and the media amid a series of controversies, including the banning of the banned book "The Satanic Verses." The publishers argue that the law would undermine the principles of free press an