India’s ranking in Reporters Without Borders’ annual press freedom index places it near the bottom of the global list for media freedom.
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India Karnataka High Court Rules Against Forced Disclosure of Journalist Sources
Karnataka’s High Court held that compelling journalists to reveal confidential sources in criminal proceedings violates press freedom protections.
India at 157th in World Press Freedom Index 2026 Raising Media Liberty Concerns
India’s ranking in the global press freedom index highlighted persistent concerns about journalist safety and editorial independence
Why India’s Press Freedom Ranking of 157 Should Alarm Everyone
India’s slide to 157th place out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index is drawing sharp criticism from journalists and civil society.