Articles for tag: Caste, Charged, Dynamics, Hunt, journalists, Political, Questioning, Transparency, WITCH

September 22, 2024

Journalists Charged for Questioning Caste Dynamics in UP: Transparency or Just Another Political Witch Hunt?

An FIR has been filed in Lucknow against journalists Abhishek Upadhyay and Mamta Tripathi for their posts on the microblogging platform X. They questioned the appointment of officers from a specific caste to key positions in Uttar Pradesh. The complaint was lodged by Pankaj Kumar, who identifies as a freelance journalist, at the Hazratganj police ...

September 15, 2024

Market News

Business

As harassment escalates, Hong Kong journalists face intimidation amidst a crackdown on press freedom and the chilling effects of national security laws.

In recent months, journalists in Hong Kong have faced significant harassment and intimidation, particularly due to a crackdown under the national security law. The Hong Kong Journalists Association reported a rise in organized assaults, affecting around 15 journalists and their families. This surge in threats includes online harassment and warnings about potential legal consequences for ...