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    Free Speech News

    IIT Roorkee defends ‘gag order’ amid CJP protest, says ‘routinely issued’

    IIT Roorkee said that under the institute's notified conduct rules, no student or employee will be allowed to join political discussion or participate in any political activity without prior permission.
    India News
    Updated 32 days ago

    The Economist’s India column, ‘Ashoka', is condescending

    A June 21 article argued that Delhi has long been India's intellectual capital, citing its concentration of leading thinkers and scholars. (For representation only)
    Opinion
    Published 53 days ago

    Charlie Kirk's old tweet hurts Trump, Melania's case against Jimmy Kimmel

    Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk speaks during a campaign rally, Oct. 24, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
    World News
    Published 113 days ago

    FCC Chair issues final warning to US broadcasters over ‘fake news’ amid Iran war

    FCC chair Brendan Carr threatens broadcasters promoting false information amid Iran war.
    World News
    Published 160 days ago

    Report: Jaipur Literature Festival 2026

    (From left) Esther Freud, Tash Aw, Kiran Desai, Richard Flanagan and Anuradha Roy at the Jaipur Literature Festival 2026. (Jaipur Literature Festival)
    Books
    Published 175 days ago

    ‘Die’: Vir Das shares online abuse after recent parliament mention

    Actor Vir Das's 'Two Indias' monologue returned to the spotlight after a reference in Parliament, leading to fresh social media reactions and an abusive message sent to him.
    Entertainment
    Published 190 days ago

    US to fund free speech initiatives in Europe, Trump official says

    Sarah Rogers, who appeared on Monday alongside a top aide to nationalist Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, said the Trump administration was not at odds with a majority of people in Europe on issues like migration, citing polls in European countries that she did not specify.
    World News
    Updated 193 days ago

    Erika Kirk, TPUSA launching Charlie Kirk cryptocurrency? Many warn of ‘scam’

    Erika Kirk and Charlie Kirk are seen in this old photograph shared during their anniversary.
    World News
    Updated 204 days ago

    Supreme Court of India: An institution that is both a monument and a mirror

    If the rights won in 1950 are to persevere and fairness is to be delivered without undue delay, the Court’s first duty must be to the citizen not the State. (HT Archive)
    Opinion
    Published 205 days ago

    Jimmy Kimmel jokes about fascism in 'alternative Christmas message' for UK

    Jimmy Kimmel's Christmas message condemned Trump's actions as fascist, reflecting on the year’s impact.
    World News
    Published 238 days ago

    Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H-1B visa

    Donald Trump on enhanced vetting system of H-1B visas.
    World News
    Updated 261 days ago

    Harsh rules to regulate digital platforms could harm free speech, warns SC

    The top court sought for an effective mechanism to regulate digital platforms to save people from harmful online content. (Sanjay Sharma)
    India News
    Published 263 days ago

    Salman Rushdie: stabbed 15 times but still laughing

    Author Salman Rushdie attends the 2023 PEN America Literary Gala.
    Books
    Updated 290 days ago

    Charlie Kirk spokesman reveals unique message barista left on cup, ‘Don’t lose…'

    Charlie Kirk spokesman reveals message barista left on cup (REUTERS/David Ryder/File Photo)
    World News
    Published 310 days ago

    Dave Chappelle sparks outrage over free speech comparison between US, Saudi

    Comedian Dave Chappelle criticized US free speech during his performance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, drawing significant backlash.
    World News
    Updated 322 days ago

    Charlie Kirk, Free Speech and the Right

    Charlie Kirk was wearing a white tee-shirt with 'freedom' written across the chest when he was fatally shot at the Utah Valley University event.
    World News
    Updated 327 days ago

    Jimmy Kimmel show back on air as Nexstar and Sinclair lift boycott

    Disney-owned ABC took the late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off the air when Sinclair and another firm said they would no longer show his programme on the dozens of stations they own, purportedly over remarks the comedian made in the wake of the murder of right wing activist Charlie Kirk.
    World News
    Updated 329 days ago

    Jimmy Kimmel breaks down in tears upon return to TV, addresses Trump supporters

    Jimmy Kimmel was moved to tears upon his return after suspension.
    Entertainment
    Updated 332 days ago

    Jimmy Kimmel returns to late-night television from six-day suspension 

    Jimmy Kimmel returns to late-night television from six-day suspension 
    World News
    Published 333 days ago

    Defamation must not remain a crime

    In 2016, India’s Supreme Court dismissed petitions from politicians and activists who said that the provision undermined free speech, and held that a person’s right to personal reputation was part of the fundamental right to life. (HT Archive)
    Editorials
    Updated 333 days ago

    Sarah McLachlan cancels Lilith Fair doc show over Jimmy Kimmel suspension

    File photo of Sarah McLachlan
    Trending
    Published 334 days ago

    Charlie Kirk's death ignites free speech fire storm among Trump supporters

    Charlie Kirk's death ignites free speech fire storm among Trump supporters
    World News
    Published 335 days ago

    Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticises Charlie Kirk's beliefs: ‘A man who…’

    Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez also claimed that the Trump administration was trying to “weaponise” Charlie Kirk’s death into an “assault on free speech”.
    World News
    Updated 336 days ago

    Jimmy Kimmel suspension puts Disney back in hotseat; writers hold protest

    Jimmy Kimmel suspension puts Disney back in hotseat; writers hold protest
    World News
    Published 337 days ago

    Kimmel suspension is latest victory in Trump media war

    US President Donald Trump speaks to the press as he flies back to the United States from the United Kingdom onboard Air Force One on September 18, 2025.
    World News
    Published 337 days ago

    Disney representatives, Kimmel searched for way to defuse Kirk anger before program pulled

    Disney representatives, Kimmel searched for way to defuse Kirk anger before program pulled
    Entertainment
    Published 337 days ago

    MSNBC's Chris Hayes says Jimmy Kimmel show suspension is ‘attack on free speech’

    Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been suspended indefinitely.
    Trending
    Published 338 days ago

    Donald Trump is unpopular in Britain. Trumpism is thriving

    British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hands an invitation from King Charles III to US President Donald Trump at the White House.
    World News
    Updated 340 days ago

    110,000 turn out for far-right rally in London

    Supporters of British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, walk with Union flags and St George's cross and Welsh flags and Christian crosses through central London during a 'Free speech' march, on September 13, 2025.
    World News
    Updated 343 days ago

    Dangerous curb on free speech

    The court is right in pointing out that marginalised communities should not bear the brunt of tasteless humour, but to legislate against poor taste or vulgarity is risky in a country where the police are often zealous in booking ordinary citizens. (Hindustan Times)
    Editorials
    Updated 361 days ago
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