THE HINDU DATED 21st June 2026

Summary of Important News Items and Editorials-230

THE HINDU DATED 21st June 2026

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1. Delhi High Court Upholds Curbs on Telegram Amid NEET Controversy

The Delhi High Court upheld the Centre’s emergency restrictions on Telegram imposed during the NEET paper leak controversy. The government argued that several channels on the platform were being used to circulate leaked examination papers, misinformation, and fraudulent content, thereby threatening the integrity of a national examination affecting millions of students. The Court accepted the government’s position that the restrictions were imposed under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act and were necessary to prevent larger public harm. The judgment reflects the growing challenge of balancing digital freedom with public interest and cybersecurity concerns. While Telegram argued that channel-specific action would have been sufficient, the Court found that broader intervention was justified under the circumstances. The editorial implication is that digital platforms must develop stronger compliance and monitoring mechanisms. At the same time, governments should ensure that emergency powers remain proportionate, transparent, and subject to judicial scrutiny to protect constitutional freedoms.

2. Supreme Court Declares Walking on Footpaths a Fundamental Right