Criminal Cases Can't Be Slapped Against Journalist For Criticising Govt' : Supreme Court Grants Interim Protection To UP Journalist

The Supreme Court granted interim protection to a journalist who had written about caste-based discrimination in the Uttar Pradesh administration. The journalist faced multiple FIRs, including accusations of defamation and inciting social unrest. The Court acknowledged the importance of safeguarding freedom of the press while balancing the need for accountability. The case highlights the tension between free speech and the rights of individuals or groups who feel maligned by media coverage, particularly in sensitive areas like caste.