Press Freedom
National
India’s New Privacy Law Could Shut Down Newsrooms, Publishers Warn
The DNPA has asked the Supreme Court to stay India’s DPDP Act and Rules, warning they could threaten newsrooms and press freedom. The court has issued notice to the Centre and scheduled a detailed hearing for November 17, 2026.
World
U.S. Judge Orders White House to Restore Access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A US judge ordered the Trump administration to restore White House access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists while their lawsuit against the ban proceeds.