"Right to be Forgotten"

  • The Supreme Court, in January 2026, stayed lower court orders directing removal of news reports and judicial records from Indian Kanoon (online publication) based on the “right to be forgotten.”
  • The ruling has significant implications for open justice, press freedom, and digital access to court records.

Legal Evolution and Constitutional Intersection

  • The Supreme Court recognizes the Right to be Forgotten as an intrinsic part of Article 21.
  • Individuals may request the deletion of personal information that is no longer necessary or relevant.
  • This right often conflicts with the Right to Information and the principle of open justice.

Judicial Precedents and Global Standards

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