IndiaThe Supreme Court of India issued an interim order prohibiting the unauthorized extraction, editing, dissemination, and monetization of audio and video recordings of judicial proceedings on social media and digital platforms without prior permission from designated authorities. The directive was issued in response to a public interest litigation filed by journalist Harshita Grover, who highlighted concerns about the misuse of live-streamed court proceedings for sensationalism and commercial gain. The court emphasized that while live-streaming promotes transparency, the lack of safeguards allows edited clips to be circulated out of context, potentially distorting judicial processes. Senior advocate Vikas Singh argued that such practices undermine the integrity of court proceedings, citing instances of abuse and misinformation. The order clarifies that news reporting remains exempt from the embargo, and the Supreme Court and high courts are required to display the directive on their websites. The court also requested the Union government to identify responsible ministries for implementing future regulations and sought reports from high courts on current compliance with live-streaming
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the legal and ethical concerns surrounding the unauthorized use of court videos, without overtly favoring any political ideology. While the issue involves governance and regulation, the framing focuses on legal procedures and journalistic ethics rather than
