'Media trials unfair,' says SC, directs Centre to frame guidelines

The Supreme Court on Wednesday termed the alleged "media trials" of different cases "unfair" and directed the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to frame guidelines for the police to follow during press briefings, Live Law reported. The court said "media trials" allegedly violate the privacy of both victims and complainants. The ministry has been given three months to prepare a detailed manual, with top police officers and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) asked to submit suggestions within a month.