Delhi HC Verdict Has Vindicated Our Position: Newsclick
June 11, 2026
Statement from Newsclick
Newsclick has always maintained that the numerous cases and charges against it are attacks on the freedom of the press. Newsclick’s only ‘fault’ has been to practice journalism that covers people’s movements.
The judgement of the Delhi High Court vindicates our position. It also takes a strong stand in support of independent journalism in India.
The Court did not mince its words: the ED proceedings were “not only mala fide, but also an arbitrary attack and abuse of powers on the free and impartial journalism of the Petitioners… apart from bald assertions of there being a criminal conspiracy, there was not a whisper of any incriminating allegation…” …the continuation of the FIR registered by the Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing was “nothing but a gross abuse of the process of law….”
This reaffirms our faith in the courts. We thank all our erstwhile staff, associates and contributors, our readers, lawyers, our many friends and supporters, and the very large number of journalists and fellow citizens who have expressed solidarity over the years.
We are confident that the various other proceedings against Newsclick will also be resolved, and so reaffirm freedom of the press.
Team Newsclick
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