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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
TopicWikimedia Foundation

Topic: Wikimedia Foundation

Why Supreme Court reversed Delhi High Court’s Wikipedia page takedown order in ANI defamation case

'Both judiciary & media are foundational pillars of democracy, a basic feature of our Constitution. For a liberal democracy to thrive, both must supplement each other,' says the top court.

‘Peddles govt propaganda, misreports’ — ANI’s Wiki page pushes news agency to sue Wikimedia

ANI is seeking damages of Rs 2 crore and an injunction. Delhi HC has issued a summons to Wikimedia and will hear the case again on 20 August.

Russia fines Wikipedia owner over hosting Azov battalion content, says Interfax news agency

Wikimedia Foundation was fined with 3 million roubles ($36,854). The owners previously criticized penalties as attempt to limit free and reliable sources of information in Russia.

On Camera

A 2-hour op, precise extradition—what Maduro’s capture tells us about modern US military

Despite multiple agencies being involved, the US could maintain a clear chain of command. This is something India should consider too, as it defines the theatre command structures.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

S-300, Su-30 jets, T-72 tanks: Inventory of Venezuela’s largely Russian-origin arsenal

Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.