South Central 25 | Pahalgam attack: How will India strike at Pakistan? and World Press Freedom Index
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Press Freedom in India: Challenges and Reflections
This chapter examines the recent slight improvement in India's position on the World Press Freedom Index while raising concerns over media independence affected by corporate and political influences. The discussion covers the challenges journalists face in regions like Kashmir and the implications of state surveillance and censorship on press freedom. Furthermore, it emphasizes the significance of independent media in democracy and explores emerging voices that challenge mainstream narratives.
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