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technology2 years ago

Chinese Telcos Accused of Funding Investigated Indian News Portal

Indian police have accused Chinese smartphone makers Xiaomi and Vivo Mobile of illegally transferring funds to a news portal under investigation for spreading Chinese propaganda. The police complaint alleges that large amounts of funds were received from China to push biased news criticizing Indian policies and projects while defending Chinese policies and programs. Xiaomi and Vivo Mobile have denied the allegations, while NewsClick, the news portal in question, has called the accusations baseless and absurd. Media rights and opposition groups in India view the investigation as a crackdown on the press, a charge dismissed by the government.

via Reuters India|
#chinese-telcos#indian-police#newsclick
press-freedom2 years ago

Indian Authorities Use New York Times Report to Target Press in a Weaponized Manner

Indian authorities have targeted independent news site NewsClick following the publication of a New York Times report linking the site to a global network allegedly receiving funds from a US tech billionaire for publishing Chinese propaganda. The crackdown involved raids, questioning of journalists and contributors, and the arrest of NewsClick's founder-editor and human resources chief. The raids have been condemned by press freedom groups, but many violations of press freedom in India go unnoticed due to the country's perceived role as a counterweight to China. The government's use of the New York Times report to target the press threatens democratic values and press freedoms.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#india#narendra-modi#new-york-times
technology2 years ago

"Indian Police Uncover Chinese Telcos' Funding of Investigated News Portal"

Indian police have accused Chinese smartphone makers Xiaomi Corp and Vivo Mobile of illegally transferring funds to an investigated news portal, NewsClick, which is facing charges of spreading Chinese propaganda. The police complaint alleges that large amounts of funds were received from China to push biased news criticizing Indian policies and projects while defending Chinese policies and programs. Xiaomi and Vivo have denied the allegations, stating that they conduct their business operations in compliance with applicable laws. Media rights and opposition groups in India view the investigation as a crackdown on the press, a charge dismissed by the government.

via Yahoo Finance|
#chinese-telcos#indian-police#newsclick
crime2 years ago

"Foreign Funds, Global Influence, and Delhi Police: Unraveling the NewsClick Case"

Delhi Police's special cell has uncovered evidence that web portal NewsClick received ₹28.29 crore between 2018 and 2021 from entities linked to American millionaire Neville Roy Singham, who is accused of spreading Chinese propaganda. The funds were received from four different entities, including the Justice and Education Fund and GSPAN LLC. A portion of the funds was transferred to Gautam Navlakha, an accused in the Bhima Koregaon case. The arrests of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakravarty were made in connection with a case registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The Enforcement Directorate also found evidence of foreign remittances amounting to ₹38 crore and payments to journalists. CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury's residence was raided as well. NewsClick has denied all charges.

via Hindustan Times|
#chinese-propaganda#crime#delhi-police
politics2 years ago

Government Raids on Journalists' Homes in India Raise Press Freedom Concerns

Police in New Delhi have raided the homes of journalists linked to NewsClick, a left-leaning news organization critical of the Indian government, under the guise of an investigation using an anti-terror law. The raids have sparked concerns about press freedom, with 46 people questioned and digital devices and documents seized. The arrests and interrogations are being conducted under India's Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, a law criticized as draconian. The raids have drawn criticism from media groups and activists, who accuse Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government of tightening its grip on press freedom. India's ranking in the World Press Freedom Index has dropped significantly since Modi came to power, and the raids are seen as part of a pattern of intimidation and censorship against independent news organizations. Protests have been organized in solidarity with those targeted.

via CNN|
#india#narendra-modi#newsclick
politics2 years ago

China Funding Row: Journalists Linked to NewsClick Raided in Delhi-NCR Over Alleged Chinese Links

The Delhi Police Special Cell conducted raids at the residences of journalists and employees associated with NewsClick, following allegations of Chinese links. Over 30 locations in Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad were searched, and a case was registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The Enforcement Directorate had previously filed a case against NewsClick for receiving foreign funding in violation of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, with allegations of funds being used for anti-national activities.

via Times of India|
#china#delhi-police#foreign-contribution-regulation-act