The Press Club of India condemns the West Bengal Police's decision to file an FIR against Maktoob Media for its reporting. We urge the West Bengal Police to withdraw this FIR immediately and ensure that journalists are able to do their job without fear. @WBPolice

The Press Club of India is shocked and deeply concerned that the Delhi Police decided to detain at least two journalists who were covering a protest at Jantar Mantar on September 25 regarding actions of chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. We urge the @DelhiPolice to apologise to the journalists who were not able to work and whose equipment was lost because of this incident, and to refrain from acting in this manner in the future.

The Press Club of India is deeply concerned about independent journalist Ravi Nair's continued incarceration in Gujarat. We urge authorities in Gujarat to release Nair while the courts decide on his appeals, and to ensure that the criminal defamation law is not used to target journalists.

#PCIConversations is pleased to present a conversation on Shastri Ramachandaran's 'Chindia: Journey to an Asian Century'. The author will be in conversation with former Chief Editor, Financial Express Sanjaya Baru and former diplomat and foreign policy analyst Ambassador K.P. Fabian. *Wednesday, September 23* *6:30 PM* *Press Club of India* 1, Raisina Road, New Delhi 110001 _Please join us for tea at 6 PM_

From a vibrant discussion this evening at the Press Club of India on ‘India Out of Work’ and its dying demographic dividend by 2040. Speakers - Economist, academic and writer Santosh Mehrotra; former Finance Secretary Subhash Garg and Economist and Academic Shiren Akhter. The discussion was moderated by senior journalist and Press Club of India member Amit Baruah.

We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of senior journalist Payal Mehta. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, colleagues, and everyone whose life she touched. May her soul rest in eternal peace. #RIP

“India Out of Work -- Rethinking India's Growth Story" is a deep dive into the structure of Indian economy, written by Santosh Mehrotra, professor of economics at the Centre of Labour, Jawaharlal Nehru University; and Jajati Parida, professor of economics at the University of Hyderabad. The book is the pivot of this discussion and deliberation, particularly the concerns it raises around India's demographic dividend ending by 2040. Derived from the name of the book, the panel discussion, India Out of Work, features its co-author Santosh Mehrotra besides Subhash Garg, former finance secretary and commentator on financial and economic matters, and Shiren Akhter, professor of economics at Zakir Hussain College of Delhi University. The discussion will be moderated by senior journalist and Press Club of India member Amit Baruah. Please join us at 5 pm for tea and snacks before the discussion which will commence at 5.30 p.m. at the upstairs hall of the Club.

#PCI Conversations is pleased to present a conversation on Shastri Ramachandaran's 'Chindia: Journey to an Asian Century'. The author will be in conversation with former Chief Editor, Financial Express Sanjaya Baru and Senior Assistant Editor, The Hindu Kallol Bhattacharjee. *Wednesday, September 23* *6:30 PM* *Press Club of India* 1, Raisina Road, New Delhi 110001 _Please join us for tea at 6 PM_

The Press Club of India (PCI), Delhi Union of Journalists (DUJ) and National Women’s Network of India (NWNI) will hold a protest meeting against the harassment of women journalists. It’s an important call to stand together for the safety, dignity and freedom of women. Where:— Press Club of India Day/Date:— Friday / 18 September 2026 Time:— 4

The Press Club of India condemns the Kerala Police action in the Reporter TV office in Kochi and the seizure of journalists' personal mobile phones. The Press Club of India urges the Kerala Police to refrain from acting against journalists in this manner and to immediately return their devices.

#PCIConversations presents Abantika Ghosh, author of 'Games Hospitals Play', in conversation with Rhythma Kaul. The book exposes the shadowy economics of India’s private healthcare industry. This isn’t a story of a few rotten eggs – it is a systemic breakdown exposing how patient vulnerability is the fodder for the profit-driven healthcare industry. Mining through a mountain of court documents, backed by insider accounts and investigative reports, Ghosh decodes hidden markups, surge pricing for surgeries, unnecessary procedures, and corporate pressures that turn every illness into a profit opportunity. Friday, September 18 6:30 PM Press Club of India Please join us for tea at 6 PM.

IFF is providing pro-bono legal aid to these journalists. We commend the PCI for issuing this statement.

The Press Club of India strongly condemns the suspension of the Instagram accounts of three independent journalists following their ground reporting from Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, on a public health crisis involving the deaths of children from the Adivasi community.

The Press Club of India, Indian Women’s Press Corps, Delhi Union of Journalists, Press Association, and Kerala Union of Working Journalist strongly condemn and call for punitive action against Delhi Police officials posted at the Saket Police Station, including the Station House Officer (SHO), for brutally assaulting freelance journalists Shaheen Khan and Nafisa Khan while they were reporting about the inauguration of a new wing at the Max Hospital in Saket by Home Minister, Amit Shah and Delhi Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta.

#PCIFilmClub presents *Ghubaar*, a film by Alishan Jafri, Ishan Saran Agarwal, Minal Saeed Khan, Omair Farooq and Zakia Zubir Rafiqi. A young mechanic strives to buy a second-hand bike, having worked on it for months himself. But little does he realise that there are many forces around him working to stop him from achieving his dream. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Thursday, September 3 6:30 PM Press Club of India Please join us for tea at 6 PM.

Ambassador of Lithuania, Her Excellency Diana Mickeviciene being felicitated at the Press Club of India this evening. The ambassador was featured in the Club’s fortnightly program Tuesday Brief: Women in Conversation. @LTEmbassyDelhi @DMickeviciene

*PCI Tuesday Brief* presents Diana Mickevičienė, Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to India. A career diplomat with over three decades of experience, she has served in diplomatic postings across Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, including as Lithuania’s Ambassador to China. She has also taught South Asian history and studied Mandarin and Sanskrit. Ambassador Mickevičienė brings a distinctive perspective on women in leadership, diplomacy and foreign policy. During her tenure in India, the Lithuanian Embassy also led the EU Gender Champion initiative, giving her a close view of efforts to advance gender equality through diplomacy and international cooperation. Listen to Ambassador Mickevičienė speak this Tuesday, 25 August, at 6:30 pm at the Press Club of India Do join us for tea and snacks at 6:00 pm

#PCIFilmClub presents two short films by Neera Jalchhatri. 'The Last Letter' is a pictorial journey of a woman who looks back in history and traces a fading sense of justice and diversity. 'The Beginning' is based on Anton Chekhov's short story 'The Ninny'. It follows Miss Neha, a sincere tutor, as she approaches Mr Kumar to collect her salary. The screenings will be followed by a Q&A with the director. Thursday, August 27 6 PM Press Club of India

Statement of Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty, President of the Press Club of India, on the August 20 incident at its premises.

The Press Club of India has noticed that a photo/video of an event held at its premises earlier today, is circulating on social media. It is hereby #clarified that the Club had not organised the event. The hall was hired for the purpose of holding a press conference by an organization but when terms for renting out the place were violated by it, the Club authorities immediately intervened and it was stopped.