The Lede

The War on India’s Free Press — with Manisha Pande, Samar Halarnkar and Surbhi Gupta

Feb 16, 2024
Manisha Pande, Samar Halarnkar, and Surbhi Gupta discuss the repression and self-censorship in India's media ecosystem. They talk about the capture of mainstream voices, the threat of legal action, the rise of hyperpartisan media, and the decline of press freedom. The impact of recent laws and the challenges faced by independent news organizations are also explored.
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