Anil Ambani moves Delhi HC against NDTV over alleged defamatory reporting

Ambani, in his petition, has claimed that NDTV published about 72 targeted reports in recent months

by e4m Staff
Published: May 7, 2026 4:22 PM | 1 min read

The Delhi High Court issued notice to NDTV and its CEO Rahul Kanwal in a defamation suit filed by Anil Ambani on May 7, regarding coverage of CBI and ED investigations into his group companies.
Justice Subramonium Prasad directed NDTV to respond to Ambani's request for an interim injunction to prevent further publication of the contested content, with a hearing set for July 18.
Ambani claims NDTV published 72 damaging reports that harmed his reputation and business, seeking over Rs 2 crore in damages, which he intends to donate to charity.
The suit highlights a potential conflict of interest due to reported Adani Group interest in Ambani's companies, amidst ongoing investigations by central agencies into the Reliance ADA Group. NDTV has not yet commented on the legal proceedings.

In a defamation suit filed by Anil Ambani, the Delhi High Court on 7 May issued notice to NDTV and its CEO and Editor-in-Chief Rahul Kanwal over coverage of CBI and ED investigations linked to his group companies.

The court, presided over by Justice Subramonium Prasad, directed NDTV to file its response to Anil Ambani’s plea for an interim injunction to restrain further publication of the disputed content. The hearing is scheduled for 18 July, with no interim relief given.

Ambani, in his petition, has claimed that NDTV published about 72 targeted reports in recent months that he says were motivated and damaging to his reputation and business interests. He has sought damages exceeding Rs 2 crore, which he says would be donated to charity.

The suit lists NDTV, its parent entity, Rahul Kanwal, and other parties as defendants. Ambani’s counsel has also pointed to a possible conflict of interest, citing reported Adani Group interest in his companies.

The matter relates to ongoing investigations by central agencies into firms linked to the Reliance ADA Group. NDTV has so far not issued an official response to the legal proceedings.