Specialized
Media and Broadcasting Lawyer in Delhi, Noida & Gurgaon
Definition
Media and broadcasting law covers defamation, censorship, broadcasting licences, and content regulation under the Cable TV Act, Press Council, and IT Rules. KG Lawyer advises broadcasters, publishers, journalists, and subjects of media coverage across Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon.
Acts & Provisions
1
Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995
Cable TV regulation.
2
Cinematograph Act, 1952
Film certification.
3
IT Rules, 2021
Intermediary and digital news regulation.
4
BNS — Defamation (Section 356)
Criminal defamation.
Charges & Punishments
| Offence / Matter | Penalty / Relief |
|---|---|
| Defamation (Section 356 BNS) | Up to 2 years imprisonment and fine. |
| Publication of content violating IT Rules | Penalty and content takedown. |
Statutory references are based on current Indian law. Always consult a qualified lawyer for matter-specific advice.
Required Documents
Impugned publication / broadcast
Proof of damage / harm
Licence and registration documents (for broadcasters)
Right-of-reply correspondence
Role of a Lawyer
- Injunction and defamation suits
- Right-of-reply enforcement
- IT Rules compliance advisory
- Pre-publication clearance
Our Role at KG Lawyer
- 1Newsroom legal clearance retainerships
- 2High-profile individual reputation management
- 3Defense of journalism-in-public-interest
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Defamation Injunction Against Online Portal
Businessman subjected to false reporting.
Outcome: Ex parte injunction and content takedown; public apology secured.
Case studies are anonymised to protect client confidentiality and comply with BCI ethics rules.