Is Media Putting Ratings Above Peace, Security? | Media Scan

Описание: Amid escalating tensions in West Asia following the February 28, 2026 strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting ordered the Broadcast Audience Research Council to suspend TV news TRP ratings for four weeks to curb sensational and speculative reporting. The move came after widespread misinformation, including false claims that U.S. forces used Indian ports for attacks and panic-inducing reports about fuel shortages, circulated across television and social media. Authorities warned that exaggerated coverage could alarm families of India’s large expatriate population in the Gulf and disrupt public order. With AI-generated videos, old conflict footage, and bot-driven propaganda complicating reporting, the government emphasized responsible journalism and national security over ratings-driven competition, highlighting the crucial role of media during geopolitical crises.

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