Delhi HC Dismisses Journalist's Defamation Case: 'If You're So Touchy, Don't Be On X'
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News18•12-01-2026, 17:30
Delhi HC Dismisses Journalist's Defamation Case: 'If You're So Touchy, Don't Be On X'
- •The Delhi High Court dismissed a defamation claim by journalist Rohan Dua over a social media comment on X (formerly Twitter).
- •Justice Avneesh Jhingan stated the remark "could not be milder" and advised, "If you people are so touchy, then don’t go on the platform."
- •Dua, founder of The New Indian, filed the case after criticism of his interview with Olympian Manu Bhaker, where he asked about photos with Neeraj Chopra.
- •Social media users, including Roshan Rai, termed Dua’s questions "sexist" and criticized his focus on Bhaker's appearance.
- •The Court removed X user Mirza Arif Baig from the list of defendants, noting his comment was already deleted and he had a small following.
Why It Matters: Delhi HC dismisses defamation suit, advising individuals sensitive to criticism to avoid social media platforms.
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