Bharat Samachar, is an Indian Hindi-language 24-hour television news channel owned by Time Today Media Network Private Limited(d.b.a.
In a move that raised concerns over press freedom, the Income Tax Department conducted raids at multiple locations, including the premises of Bharat Samachar, as well as one of the largest Hindi media groups, Dainik Bhaskar.
He made these remarks in response to the raids conducted by the Income Tax Department on multiple media organisations, including Bharat Samachar and Dainik Bhaskar.
The Indian Journalists Union expressed apprehensions that the raids might be an attempt to stifle critical media voices and intimidate independent journalism.
[17] Bharat Samachar, along with other affected media organisations, vehemently denied any wrongdoing and maintained that they have adhered to all legal and financial regulations.
[18] The incident has sparked widespread discussions on the importance of protecting press freedom and ensuring the independence of media organisations in a democratic society.