As India marked National Press Day under the theme “Safeguarding Press Credibility amidst Rising Misinformation,” prominent voices from the media landscape gathered at the National Media Centre to underscore the irreplaceable role of human judgment in journalism.

The event, graced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighted the urgent need to combat the “infodemic” fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) and digital disruptions, emphasising accuracy over speed and engagement.

In her opening remarks, Press Council of India (PCI) Chairperson Justice (Retd.) Ranjana Prakash Desai set a resolute tone, declaring, “AI can never replace the Human Mind—the Judgement, Conscience & Sense of Responsibility which guide a journalist.” She stressed PCI’s dual mandate: protecting press freedom while

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