Do you Believe Every Journalist Should be Trained to File RTI Applications to Uncover Public Information and Ensure Accountability? 📢 Let’s Raise Awareness About the Power of RTI in Journalism.

🗳️ Should independent journalists be given the same legal protection and government benefits as mainstream media reporters? Vote now & share your thoughts! Your voice matters in shaping media freedom in INDIA!

📍 Do you Know? Where Does India Stand on the Global Press Freedom Map? Explore our world ranking and what it means for journalism in India. India's Press Freedom Ranking Overview • 2025 Rank: 151st out of 180 countries • Previous Rank (2024): 159th • Top 3 Countries: Norway, Estonia, Netherlands • India's Neighbors: o Nepal: 90th o Maldives: 104th o Sri Lanka: 139th o Bangladesh: 149th o Bhutan: 152nd o Pakistan: 158th o Myanmar: 169th o Afghanistan: 175th o China: 178th 📉 Key Factors Affecting India's Ranking evaluates countries based on five indicators: political context, legal framework, economic context, sociocultural context, and safety of journalists. • Political Context: India's media has experienced an "unofficial state of emergency" since 2014, with increasing alignment between major media houses and the ruling party. • Legal Framework: The use of colonial-era laws, such as sedition and defamation, along with new legislations like the 2023 Telecommunications Act, has granted the government extensive powers to control media and suppress dissent. • Economic Context: Media ownership is highly concentrated, with major conglomerates like Reliance Industries and the Adani Group controlling significant portions of the media landscape, potentially influencing editorial independence. • Sociocultural Context: The media landscape lacks diversity, with managerial positions predominantly held by upper-caste Hindu men, leading to underrepresentation of marginalized communities. • Safety of Journalists: Journalists face threats, harassment, and violence, with at least 15 charged under anti-terrorism laws and 36 detained since 2014. 📰 Notable Incidents • Harassment and Threats: Journalists like Harleen Kapoor and Arjun Menon have reported threats and pressure to avoid sensitive topics, reflecting a climate of fear and suppression. • Legal Actions: The arrest of journalist Siddique Kappan and the revocation of non-profit status for independent outlets like The Reporters' Collective highlight the use of legal mechanisms to stifle independent journalism.

"Do You Feel Press Freedom in India is Improving or Declining in Recent Years?" Context: Multiple Global Reports (like RSF's Press Freedom Index) Show a Drop in India's Ranking, Sparking Debate Among Journalists.

"With AI tools like ChatGPT Increasingly Used in Newsrooms, Do You Think AI is a Threat or a Support System for Journalism?" Context: AI tools are now being used for content generation, analysis, and even anchoring. Journalists face a future where adapting to tech is crucial.

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As a Journalist or Field Reporter, What’s the Biggest Challenge you Face Today? BMA exists to solve these very issues. 💬 Comment below or DM us — Let’s change the system together.

“In An Era of Instant NEWS and Viral Content, How Can Journalists Ensure the Accuracy And Credibility of Their Reporting Without Compromising on Speed?”

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