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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.

Updated 10 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)

Published 32 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)

Published 92 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.

Published 138 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)

Published 154 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.

Published 169 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.

Updated 172 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.

Updated 183 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)

Published 183 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.

Published 216 days ago

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

Donald Trump on enhanced vetting system of H-1B visas.

Updated 240 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)

Published 242 days ago

Salman Rushdie: stabbed 15 times but still laughing

Author Salman Rushdie attends the 2023 PEN America Literary Gala.

Updated 269 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)

Published 289 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.

Updated 300 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.

Updated 306 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.

Updated 308 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.

Updated 311 days ago

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

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

Published 311 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)

Updated 311 days ago

Sarah McLachlan cancels Lilith Fair doc show over Jimmy Kimmel suspension

File photo of Sarah McLachlan

Published 312 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

Published 313 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”.

Updated 315 days ago

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

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

Published 315 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.

Published 316 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

Published 316 days ago

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

Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been suspended indefinitely.

Published 316 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.

Updated 319 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.

Updated 321 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)

Updated 339 days ago

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