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Pak Renames Lahore's 'Shadman Chowk' After Bhagat Singh

The Pakistan government has renamed a prominent square "Shadman Chowk" in the eastern city of Lahore after revolutionary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh to acknowledge his role in the movement against British rulers. Oct 2, 2012
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Aseem Trivedi Arrest for Sedition Cartoon Sparks Twitter Battle

Anti-corruption cartoonist Aseem Trivedi is yet another cartoonist who faced the wrath of law for allegedly insulting the constitution and the national symbol. Commoners in particular have refused to buy the argument that his works were offensive and flayed authorities for clamping the freedom of expression. Sep 10, 2012
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'Heroine' Smoking Scenes Under Legal Scanner Again; Producers Move Court

The smoking scenes in upcoming film "Heroine" have once again come under legal scanners by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I &B), who have ordered the producers to display a static anti-smoking message during the smoking scenes. The producers on Monday, moved the court against the orders. Aug 28, 2012
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Respect Online Freedom, Says US to India

At a time when the Indian government is campaigning against inflammatory content on social media websites, the United States on Thursday stressed to India the importance of online freedom whilst overseeing the security of the nation. Aug 24, 2012