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A Bill for Big Brother to weaponise speech

Published on Jul 17, 2025 15:12 IST

The issue with this bill is that the line between “fact” and “opinion” is nowhere near as clear as the Bill would have us believe. This is especially true in contexts of political speech or public dissent, where the freedom of speech is particularly important. (PTI)

Samay Raina, other influencers appear in SC over remarks 'ridiculing' disabled

The Supreme Court had summoned five social media influencers, including Samay Raina.

Published on Jul 15, 2025 11:31 IST

‘Freedom of speech being abused’: SC amid Modi, RSS cartoons row

The bench posted the matter on July 15. (HT Photo)

Published on Jul 15, 2025 01:44 IST

‘Citizens must know value of freedom of expression’: SC urges self regulation

The petitioners issued the response ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on the Waqf Act's validity.

Updated on Jul 14, 2025 13:29 IST

‘Not religious offence’: Rajasthan HC junks plea against question on Ram Mandir

The Court emphasised that while Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech, the right is not absolute and must be balanced with reasonable restrictions.

Published on Jul 12, 2025 06:35 IST

MSPSA critics vow to fight the law in courts, on the streets

Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis in state assembly while passing the Maharashtra Special Public Security Act.

Published on Jul 12, 2025 04:02 IST

Merely expressing support for Pakistan without naming India not an offence under Section 152 of BNS: Allahabad HC

The applicant’s counsel submitted that the social media post by the applicant did not lower the dignity and sovereignty of the country. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)

Updated on Jul 11, 2025 15:08 IST

‘I would rather live in dark prison cell than accept slavery’: Imran Khan

The 72-year-old cricketer-turned-politician has been behind bars since August 2023 after he was booked in multiple cases.

Published on Jul 2, 2025 12:43 IST

Right to freedom of speech does not extend to defamatory statements against Indian Army: HC dismisses Rahul Gandhi’s plea

The case against Rahul Gandhi will now proceed in the lower court. (FILE PHOTO)

Published on Jun 5, 2025 04:08 IST

‘Hate speech unacceptable’: TMC leader after Sharmistha Panoli denied bail

Sharmistha Panoli is currently in judicial custody till June 13.

Updated on Jun 3, 2025 23:36 IST

Why was Sharmistha Panoli arrested? Kolkata Police's clarification amid row

Sharmistha Panoli, arrested from Gurugram by Kolkata Police for allegedly hurting religious sentiments through her comments on social media being produced in Alipore Court, in Kolkata on Saturday. (ANI grab)

Updated on Jun 2, 2025 07:46 IST

SC orders take down of YouTube clip for remarks against SC judge

SC orders take down of YouTube clip for remarks against SC judge

Published on May 31, 2025 01:38 IST

Free speech, democracy, and the epidemic of hurt feelings

Those who take pride in our philosophical roots based on samgacchadhvam, samvadadhvam (coming together for a harmonious exchange of views) ought to feel uncomfortable with the rise in coercive action to silence those we disagree with. (PTI)

Published on May 29, 2025 14:45 IST

60 Minutes anchor sparks outrage after ‘unhinged’ rant against Donald Trump

FILE - Scott Pelley, anchor of "CBS Evening News," at the CBS Upfront in New York, May 15, 2013. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)

Published on May 27, 2025 12:44 IST

Restrictions on speech have to be reasonable

Time and again, the top court has rightly lamented how the lower judiciary and prosecutorial agencies need to be more circumspect in using their powers of arrest. But signals emanating from the top influence this behaviour (PTI)

Published on May 21, 2025 14:40 IST

US judge orders release of Indian scholar facing deportation; wife reacts

Badar Khan Suri, a Georgetown University scholar from India, speaks after he was released from immigration detention facility on Wednesday,

Updated on May 15, 2025 05:14 IST

'Show up or face action': SC to Samay Raina, 4 others over NGO's plea

Supreme Court made the remarks while hearing the case against Samay Raina

Updated on May 5, 2025 10:59 IST

Germany’s New Coalition Plans a Crackdown on Free Speech

Germany’s New Coalition Plans a Crackdown on Free Speech

Published on Apr 28, 2025 01:52 IST

HC restrains police from arresting Kunal Kamra, but refuses to stay the probe

HC restrains police from arresting Kunal Kamra, but refuses to stay the probe

Published on Apr 26, 2025 02:58 IST

Kunal Kamra row: Bombay high court reserves order, stays arrest

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra.

Updated on Apr 16, 2025 16:51 IST

HC dismisses PIL for guidelines to protect artistes, public speakers like Kamra

HC dismisses PIL for guidelines to protect artistes, public speakers like Kamra

Published on Apr 10, 2025 02:08 IST

Courts not meant for moral policing, says SC

The case pertains to the Punjab and Haryana high court’s 2019 decision to impose a hefty cost of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10 lakh each on music composer Vishal Dadlani and political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla for their comments on a Jain monk. (HT Archive)

Published on Apr 9, 2025 01:58 IST

Bombay high court to hear Kunal Kamra’s plea for FIR quashing on Tuesday

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Apr 7, 2025 07:36 IST

Kunal Kamra moves Bombay HC after FIR over ‘traitor’ jibe against Eknath Shinde

Kunal Kamra moves Bombay High Court to quash FIR against him.

Updated on Apr 7, 2025 05:05 IST

How the Supreme Court spoke out for free speech

In the Imran Prataphgarhi judgment, the Court clearly set its teeth against the heckler’s veto (Hindustan Times)

Published on Apr 5, 2025 14:33 IST

PIL urges HC to lay down guidelines for protecting artists, public speakers like Kunal Kamra

PIL urges HC to lay down guidelines for protecting artists, public speakers like Kunal Kamra

Published on Mar 29, 2025 01:56 IST

Record fine for UK university renews free speech row

Record fine for UK university renews free speech row

Published on Mar 28, 2025 19:04 IST

'Satire makes life more meaningful': SC's freedom of speech reminder

SC on Friday quashed an FIR lodged by Gujarat Police against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi in 'provocative' song case

Updated on Mar 28, 2025 08:31 IST

Right to freedom of speech crucial, says Vaishnaw

Ashwini Vaishnaw

Published on Mar 28, 2025 03:02 IST

‘Give him prasad’: Breach of privilege notice against Kunal Kamra admitted

Kunal Kamra, without taking names, seemingly mocked Eknath Shinde by modifying a song from 'Dil To Pagal Hai' movie.

Updated on Mar 28, 2025 07:51 IST

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