US concerned over Sri Lankan media freedom

Last Updated: Saturday, June 30, 2012, 23:49

The US embassy in Colombo expressed "deep concern" over the arrest of nine journalists of a pro-opposition website and sought an end to harrassment of media.

Media freedom: Katju proposes joint panel

Last Updated: Monday, March 19, 2012, 15:02

Press Council of India (PCI) chief Justice Markandey Katju on Monday reached out to Editors of leading news channels proposing formation of a joint committee which would work to protect the freedom of Indian media.

`Media freedom result of judicial creativity`

Last Updated: Saturday, June 18, 2011, 18:38

Ex-CJI JS Verma said freedom of media is not enshrined in the Indian Constitution.

Hungary takes over EU presidency

Last Updated: Sunday, January 2, 2011, 09:12

A new law in Hungary has sparked concerns about media freedom.

No curbs on media freedom: Lankan Govt

Last Updated: Wednesday, February 17, 2010, 18:29

Insisting that there was no move to curb media freedom in the country, Sri Lankan government on Wednesday asked the Fourth Estate not to behave in a manner that would be harmful to norms of democracy.

Canadian Libel rulings expand reporting freedom

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 23, 2009, 15:13

In a major victory for the Canadian media, the Supreme Court has unanimously put its seal of approval on journalists right to use the defence of "responsible communication" against libel lawsuits.

Fonseka assures media freedom if elected as Lankan Prez

Last Updated: Monday, December 7, 2009, 14:16

As the battle for presidency heats up in Sri Lanka, the main opposition candidate Sarath Fonseka has accused his "political opponents" of trying to "intimidate" the media and vowed to ensure press freedom if elected.

Venezuelans protest beatings of journalists

Last Updated: Saturday, August 15, 2009, 10:27

Hundreds gathered in Venezuela on Friday to demand justice after a group of journalists protesting media regulations were kicked, punched and beaten with sticks.