Putin signs laws against 'disrespecting' authorities, fake news

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AFP Moscow
Last Updated : Mar 18 2019 | 9:00 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed controversial legislation that allows courts to fine and briefly jail people for showing disrespect for authorities and block media for publishing "fake news."

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First Published: Mar 18 2019 | 9:00 PM IST

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