Overview
- India observes National Press Day on November 16 to commemorate the Press Council of India, founded in 1966 following the First Press Commission’s 1956 recommendations.
- The council is presented as an independent watchdog that safeguards free expression and upholds ethical standards in journalism.
- Events typically include awareness campaigns, public talks and awards that recognise high-quality, ethical reporting.
- Coverage emphasizes AI’s dual role in journalism, combining data and fact-checking gains with risks including job displacement, algorithmic bias and manipulated media.
- Commentary notes ongoing concerns about press freedom and alleged harmful or biased coverage, with portrayals of street animals cited as contributing to sweeping Supreme Court orders.