Legal Battle Over Wikipedia's ANI Lawsuit Article Takedown Order

April 9, 2025, 8:20 am

Two reports detail a legal controversy following the Delhi High Court’s order to remove Wikipedia’s article related to an ANI lawsuit. Wikipedia argued to the Supreme Court that the takedown of its article undermines open public discussion and impedes the transparent administration of justice. The court’s refusal to stay the order has intensified debates over censorship and editorial neutrality in digital encyclopedias, spotlighting the challenges of balancing legal remedy with the preservation of free speech online.


medianama.com / Wikipedia to SC: Delhi HC’s ANI Lawsuit Article Takedown Order Has A ‘Chilling Effect’

Wikipedia told the Supreme Court that the Delhi High Court’s removal of its article on the ANI lawsuit could dampen open discussion, having a chilling effect on the justice system.

medianama.com / Delhi HC Refuses To Stay Takedown Order Against Wikipedia

The Delhi High Court has refused to stay a takedown order against Wikipedia over defamatory content on ANI's page, reinforcing the importance of neutrality for online encyclopedias. The post Delhi HC Refuses To Stay Takedown Order Against Wikipedia appeared first on MEDIANAMA.


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