US EditionANI files defamation suit in Delhi High Court against YouTuber Mohak Mangal
- On May 29, 2025, Asian News International launched legal proceedings in the Delhi High Court by filing a defamation case against YouTuber Mohak Mangal over a video he released that allegedly contained defamatory claims.
- The lawsuit arises from Mangal's May 25 video titled "Dear ANI," in which he alleged that ANI engaged in extortion and blackmail after imposing YouTube copyright strikes on his channel.
- ANI alleges Mangal admitted to using its copyrighted footage to earn revenue and claims the video seeks to discredit ANI’s reputation and registered trademarks.
- The video had 5.5 million views by May 28, and ANI described it as a "calculated and malicious attack" seeking Rs 2.10 crore in damages and permanent injunctions.
- In addition to Mangal, defendants include Kunal Kamra and Mohammed Zubair, who shared the video, with the court scheduled to address the case on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
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ANI files defamation case against YouTuber over extortion claims video
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