Publishers challenge new privacy law, warn it could constrain investigative journalism
A group representing 21 digital news publishers has challenged provisions of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, in the Supreme Court, arguing that the law could complicate investigative reporting and expose confidential sources.
The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) filed a 698-page petition on October 6, challenging provisions of the Act and rules notified on November 14, 2025. The Supreme Court issued notice to the Centre on October 27 but declined to stay the law. The next hearing is scheduled for November 17.
