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Meenakshi Ganguly
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15 years since Sri Lanka’s conflict ended, no justice for war crimes
The unaddressed legacy of the war has bequeathed the country practices of abuse, impunity and misgovernance that directly contribute to the economic crisis.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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Under Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sri Lanka is going fast – in reverse
His administration has moved forcefully to stifle criticism with a raft of new, repressive laws ahead of a presidential election later this year.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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G20: India has work to do on key human rights issues as world leaders gather in Delhi
While celebrating diversity and democracy, heads of state must remember that institutions that uphold rights are under threat – in India and their countries.
Meenakshi Ganguly & John Sifton
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These innovations have made Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba in Murthal the truck drivers’ favourite since 1967
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View from the Margins: A queer rights activist on why he prefers Modi and the BJP
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Comedian Shyam Rangeela files poll nomination from Varanasi days after alleging he was obstructed
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Will Indian schools ever be ready to give students sex education?
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In Saudi Arabia’s scaled-down plans for megacity across the desert – a warning sign for the future
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If India wants to support Sri Lankans, it must back extension of UN panel probing rights violations
The island nation’s economic crisis is also a political and human rights calamity. There can be no justice until the rights of ordinary Sri Lankans are safe.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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Bangladesh’s unplanned relocation of Rohingya refugees to Bhasan Char island is risky
But the international community should do much more to ensure that the refugees can safely return to Myanmar.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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India cannot expect to beat coronavirus without tackling systemic hate and deep-rooted corruption
This is an opportunity for the Modi government to accept its failing and end communal bias.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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Video: Being Muslim in today’s India
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Watch: Massive rainstorm hits Mumbai, strong winds knock down trees, damage cars
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‘Barking news’: Woman turns journalist to ‘report’ on mischiefs and complaints by her pet dogs
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Watch: Comedian presents TV newsroom discussion in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi’ style
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Watch: Stunning Northern Lights spotted in unexpected places around the world
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India has taken notable steps to contain Covid-19 – but failed to curb surging anti-Muslim rhetoric
In the coming days, discrimination will rise, affecting the country’s fight against the pandemic.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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BJP government must acknowledge critics’ fears and stop resorting to majoritarian victimhood
It must reverse poor decisions, not reject the advice of friends.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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Dissent is ‘anti-national’ in Modi’s India – no matter where it comes from
From rebuttals to industrialist Rahul Bajaj to a media advisory on the day of Assam protests, the government continues to clamp down on criticism.
Meenakshi Ganguly
The Reel
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‘House of the Dragon’ season 2 trailer: The Targaryens go to war
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Watch: The trailer of ‘Panchayat’ season 3 is out
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‘Mr and Mrs Mahi’ trailer: Rajkummar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor in cricket-themed romance
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Start the week with a film: The unforgettable revolution of the dogs in ‘White God’
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‘Murder in Mahim’ review: A crime as unjust as wrongful death
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In Kashmir, government’s priority should be to protect civil liberties
Blacking out communication channels is a form of collective punishment that cripples daily lives and economic activities.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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Narendra Modi’s next challenge is to contain his extremist supporters
To restore faith in the rule of law in India, the new government should ensure that the culture of mob violence has no political patronage.
Meenakshi Ganguly
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The BJP’s increasing authoritarianism may be eroding the support it enjoyed in 2014
In politics as in sports, a team that engages in blatant bullying is eventually exposed as one that lacks both good practice and skill.
Meenakshi Ganguly
The Field
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Olympic Games: Paris 2024 to generate revenue of over 7 billion dollars, says study
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals end league stage with nervy win over Lucknow Super Giants
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500: Meiraba Luwang Maisnam qualifies for men’s singles main draw
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South Africa tour of India: Bengaluru, Chennai to host multi-format series for women
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Boxing, Elorda Cup: Gaurav Chauhan advances into semi-finals, Shiva Thapa exits