Explained: Issues of press freedom, ‘right to be forgotten’ in challenge to Sandesara gag order
Indian Express·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Financial journalist Sucheta Dalal challenged a Delhi court's gag order directing removal of news reports about Sterling Biotech's Rs 19,000 crore bank fraud case. Promoter Manoj Sandesara sought the injunction, citing a November 2025 Supreme Court settlement that ended investigations. The case raises questions about press freedom limits, the right to be forgotten, and strategic lawsuits against public participation. Hearings continue April 29.
Key Entities
Sucheta DalalMoneylifeSterling BiotechManoj SandesaraCBIEnforcement DirectorateDelhi High CourtInternet Freedom FoundationGoogleMeta