21 Indian news outlets challenge data privacy law in Supreme Court
Source: The Star
Published on: 2026-10-27 09:49
NEW DELHI: (Bernama-Anadolu) A total of 21 news outlets are challenging India's data privacy law, arguing that it could hamper investigative journalism and endanger journalists' sources, Anadolu Ajansi reported on Monday (Oct 26), citing The Indian Express. The group, which includes NDTV and CNN-News18, is expected to have its petitions heard by a Supreme Court bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant on Tuesday. The petitions challenge the law introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government last year to safeguard users' personal digital data. The law also imposes stricter compliance requirements on platforms such as Meta and Google. The outlets argue that the law threatens press freedom because media organisations are not exempt from its rules. The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA), which filed the petition, has asked the Supreme Court to quash the law. The outlets...
(Please login to view full article)Third-Party Content Disclaimer
Content displayed on this platform may include news articles, reports, and other materials aggregated from publicly available third-party sources through automated tools. Such content is not created, written, commissioned, or edited by Straits Interactive Pte Ltd or the Data Protection Excellence (DPEX) Network.
While we take reasonable steps to ensure responsible publication, we do not independently verify all third-party information and make no representations as to its accuracy, completeness, or reliability.
The views, findings, and statements expressed in third-party content belong solely to the original source and do not reflect the views of Straits Interactive Pte Ltd or the DPEX Network.
If you believe any content is inaccurate, infringing, or should be removed, please contact us at legal@straitsinteractive.com. We will review the matter and, where appropriate, take action in accordance with our internal policies.
Unlock these benefits
Get access to news, enforcement cases, events, and actionable tips and guides
Get regular email updates and offers
Job opportunities, mentorship and career guidance
Exclusive access to Data Protection community - ask questions, network and share knowledge with peers and experts via WhatsApp and Linkedin
DPEX Network is a Community Initiative of Straits Interactive.
Copyright © Straits Interactive Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
All intellectual property rights to logos and brands featured on this website remain the property of their respective owners.