Delhi High Court Dismisses Rajeev Chandrasekhar’s Defamation Suit Against Shashi Tharoor
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- 12 Feb 2025 --
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The Delhi High Court has dismissed a defamation suit filed by Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. The court ruled that the interview in question, which formed the basis of the case, was manipulated by the media outlet, not Tharoor.
Background of the Defamation Case
Chandrasekhar had filed the lawsuit alleging that Tharoor’sremarks in an interview damaged his reputation. However, Tharoor’s legal team argued that his comments were taken out of context by the news channel.
Court’s Verdict and Legal Reasoning
The High Court found no direct evidence that Tharoor had intended to defame Chandrasekhar. Instead, the court concluded that the media outlet had presented the interview in a misleading manner. The case was dismissed, setting an important precedent for defamation cases involving public figures.
Impact on Defamation Laws and Political Discourse
This ruling reinforces the principle that public figures must meet a higher threshold to prove defamation. It also highlights the role of media responsibility in accurately presenting statements made by politicians and public figures.
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