Manipur’s government has issued new media guidelines amid violence, requiring all outlets to verify information only through authorized sources. The advisory bans reporting on banned organizations and forbids sensational, fear-inciting content. It also stresses accuracy and fairness, warning that violations will invite legal action as officials seek to protect public order and communal harmony.
Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa says he received a threat from the Lawrence Bishnoi group after he opposed the ZEE5 docu-series “Lawrence of Punjab”. The threat message also cited other prominent figures. The Union ministry reportedly advised ZEE5 not to air it citing public order risks, while Punjab Police urged the Centre to intervene.
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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has advised ZEE5 against releasing a controversial documentary linked to gangster activities, citing serious concerns about public order and the risk of glorifying crime. The directive follows an ongoing process and signals heightened scrutiny of OTT content tied to criminal figures and narratives that could influence audiences.
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