Kommineni Srinivasa Rao

Trending Today Supreme Court Grants Bail to Andhra Journalist Over Controversial TV Show Remarks NCLT Admits Gensol Engineering to Insolvency Process Amid SEBI Probe and ₹992 Crore Debt Kerala High Court Raises Alarm Over Microplastics in Food Delivery Containers and Potential Health Risks Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Kashmiri Separatist Leader Shabir Shah in UAPA Terror Case Supreme Court Seeks Karnataka’s Response on Thug Life Film Ban Amid Kamal Haasan Controversy Air India Flight AI171 Crash: 265 Dead, 1 Survivor in Ahmedabad Tragedy Involving Boeing 787 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT ADITI MOHONI LEGAL JOB OPPORTUNITY AT INDIAMART LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT SHURUWAT FOUNDATION CALL FOR PAPERS BY JAI JAGAT SUMMIT Supreme Court Grants Bail to Andhra Journalist Over Controversial TV Show Remarks PRABHAT KUMAR BILTORIA 15 June 2025 The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to senior Andhra journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao, arrested over derogatory remarks made by a panelist on his Sakshi TV show. The court upheld his freedom of speech and journalistic integrity. Supreme Court Grants Bail to Journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao Over Talk Show Controversy On June 13, 2025, the Supreme Court of India granted bail to veteran journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao, arrested in connection with controversial remarks made by a guest panelist on his live television show aired on Sakshi TV. Context: Arrest Over Panelist’s Derogatory Remarks The arrest occurred on June 9 after a panelist on Rao’s talk program, KSR Live Show, allegedly referred to Amaravati as a “capital of prostitutes” and claimed “only AIDS patients live there.” The remarks sparked outrage and led to legal complaints citing offense to women’s sentiments. Supreme Court Upholds Free Speech and Press Freedom The bench, comprising Justices P.K. Mishra and Manmohan, emphasized that Rao had not made the statement himself. Highlighting the importance of safeguarding press freedom, the Court stated: “Considering that the petitioner has not made the statement himself, his journalistic participation in a live TV show needs protection, and so does his freedom of speech. He is to be released on bail.” Defense and Counterarguments in Court Senior Advocate Siddharth Dave, representing Rao, argued that the journalist bore no responsibility for the guest’s comments. Meanwhile, Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the State, insisted that Rao encouraged the offensive remarks by laughing during the broadcast. However, the court found no merit in the prosecution’s claim. “When someone says something shocking, we find it funny,” the bench observed. The phrase “Er äußert es nicht” (“He did not express it”) summarized the Court’s position on Rao’s role. Rao’s Age and Journalistic Career Considered The Court also took into account Rao’s age—approximately 70 years—and his longstanding career in journalism. Recognizing his contribution to Indian media and the importance of a free press, bail was duly granted. Conclusion: The ruling marks a critical moment in the ongoing debate around freedom of speech in India and the responsibilities of media professionals. The Supreme Court’s decision reinforces the importance of context, intent, and the protection of journalistic voices in a democratic society.   Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Logged in as Sada Law. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message* Live Cases Supreme Court Grants Bail to Andhra Journalist Over Controversial TV Show Remarks Sada Law • June 15, 2025 • Live cases • No Comments NCLT Admits Gensol Engineering to Insolvency Process Amid SEBI Probe and ₹992 Crore Debt Sada Law • June 15, 2025 • Live cases • No Comments Kerala High Court Raises Alarm Over Microplastics in Food Delivery Containers and Potential Health Risks Sada Law • June 15, 2025 • Live cases • No Comments 1 2 3 … 5 Next »