Controversy Erupts Over US Journalist's OCI Card Cancellation
The Indian government has revoked the OCI card of US-based journalist Raphael Satter, accusing him of maligning Indian institutions via unauthorized journalistic activities. The Ministry of Home Affairs claims he violated visa conditions, sparking a legal battle as Satter contests the decision in the Delhi High Court.
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The Indian government is standing by its decision to revoke the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card of Raphael Satter, a US-based journalist accused of tainting India's image globally through his work.
The Ministry of Home Affairs argued Satter flouted government notifications by engaging in journalism without seeking requisite permissions, prompting a discreet lookout circular against him.
Satter challenges the revocation in Delhi High Court, arguing his visits were family-related, while the ministry maintains the decision and the revocation order will be upheld.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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