International media like the New York Times, The Guardian & human rights bodies criticised the Centre’s move, calling it a ‘thin-skinned response to criticism’ and more.
Tax officers searched the BBC's bureaus in New Delhi & Mumbai for a second day Wednesday, NDTV reported, after BBC aired a documentary critical of PM Modi's role in the 2002 Gujarat riots.
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price also highlighted the importance of freedom of expression & freedom of religion that 'contribute to strengthening democracies around the world.'
The media body demanded ‘great care and sensitivity’ in all such investigations, so as to not undermine the rights of journalists and media organisations.
The PIL was filed amid controversy surrounding a two-part BBC documentary titled, “India: The Modi Question”, which is related to the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Sir William Jones’ monument with Hindu religious imagery was accommodated in a Christian church as independently validated proof of the truth of Christianity.
Companies are borrowing more from banks and public. Economists say high capacity utilisation & growing new orders could set stage for renewed investment push by India Inc.
New Delhi has, in past, too, objected to Chinese construction activities in Shaksgam Valley. Work in this strategic region gathered pace after the 2017 Doklam stand-off.
A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.
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