Press Freedom At Risk: Why Centre's Move To Control Online News Space Raises Concerns

The Government's move can strangle the remaining bastions of independent journalism. The recent Lok Sabha elections witnessed an intriguing phenomenon: the soaring popularity of individual YouTubers who report, discuss, and analyze news and current affairs. YouTubers like Dhruv Rathee, Ravish Kumar, and Akash Banerjee (The DeshBhakt) have gained significant traction, with their videos raising crucial questions about government policies affecting common people. Remarkably,...