World Press Freedom Index 2026
The World Press Freedom Index 2026, released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), placed India at 157th position out of 180 countries, a decline from 151st rank in 2025. India continues to remain in the “Very Serious” category, reflecting growing concerns regarding media freedom, journalist safety and legal pressures on independent reporting.
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