t this juncture, if SC turns away Republic Tv, then it will be tantamount to chopping wings of a free bird before it learns to fly high on its own. Republic Tv cannot be stopped. It should not be stopped by those who don’t like it. Period.
The way the situation is folding in, clearly show how Republic TV is being systematically targeted. Hope the courts take note of the events to stop the intimidation and ensure freedom of media.
The plan to destroy Republic was conceived, the TRP scam was just a Smoke Screen, and put it into action. The script was right out of a Bollywood film, may be some production houses helped write the script.
BJP should realize that majority is with them because they know BJP is bringing in changes and justice with transparency. Now it’s time for the BJP leadership to show that investigating agencies are truly independent, fearless, and if required they can act against person of any privilege and stature.
It is true that our Art.19 fundamental right to freedom of speech is not on the same pedestal as First Amendment in the US. Our Constitution has carved out ‘reasonable restrictions’.
His tough stand regarding the Tablighi Jamaat meet at Nizamuddin Markaz has therefore faced the ire of left-liberals and Islamists masqueraded as journalists alike.