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Country | India |
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Headquarters | Mumbai |
Programming | |
Language(s) | Marathi |
Ownership | |
Owner | Zora Traders LTD |
Links | |
Website | Lokshahi |
Lokshahi is a Marathi-language news channel based in India. It provides 24/7 coverage of regional and national news.
History
[edit]Lokshahi was founded to serve the Marathi-speaking audience with news coverage. The channel has been noted for its reporting on political issues.[1] It has experienced several temporary suspensions due to controversial broadcasts.[2]
In 2023 and 2024, Lokshahi was temporarily suspended by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting for alleged regulatory violations.[3] The channel challenged these suspensions in court, arguing that they infringed on press freedom.[4] As of the latest update, the court decision is still pending.[5]
Controversies
[edit]In January 2024, Lokshahi was suspended after airing footage critical of a political figure.[6] This led to significant criticism from media organizations, including a condemnation by the Mumbai Press Club.[7]
Awards and Recognition
[edit]Lokshahi has received recognition for its journalism, including awards for reporting.[8] The channel's coverage has been featured in a BBC News segment highlighting its regional news role.[9]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Marathi News Channel Lokshahi Makes an Impact in Political Reporting". Lokshahi. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Lokshahi Faces Suspension for Controversial Broadcasts". The Indian Express. 2024-01-20. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Lokshahi Temporarily Suspended by Government Over Alleged Violations". Scroll.in. 2024-01-25. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Lokshahi Fights Suspension, Cites Press Freedom". The Hindu. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Court Decision Pending on Lokshahi's Suspension". Mint. 2024-02-15. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Lokshahi News Channel Faces Suspension for Controversial Coverage". NDTV. 2024-01-20. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Mumbai Press Club Condemns Lokshahi Suspension". The Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "Lokshahi Receives Award for Excellence in Journalism". Deccan Herald. 2023-12-15. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
- ^ "BBC Highlights Lokshahi's Role in Regional News". BBC News. 2024-03-05. Retrieved 2024-09-08.