Dissent And Democracy
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In the face of media repression and government control, Kenyans turn to memes to voice frustration
Memes have made it possible for Kenyans to navigate some of the existing legal barriers to free expression.
George Ogola, The Conversation
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How Argentinians are pushing back against Javier Milei’s aggressive reform policies
Popular assemblies, student gatherings, and judicial and political actions are limiting the government’s initial plans.
Phoebe V Moore, The Conversation & Luciana Zorzoli, The Conversation
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‘Ashoka is boring – thank god’: Co-founder’s post about protests contradicts university’s own vision
Sanjeev Bikhchandani derided student protests after the controversy about the institution’s treatment of a professor.
Kalpana Kannabiran
Trending
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Microcontrollers in EVMs, VVPATs do not recognise party and candidate, observes Supreme Court
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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What Sudhir Kakar (1938-2024) had to say on violence, secularism, and religion in India
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‘Supporter of BJP met me’: Surat candidates on the various reasons they withdrew from the election
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In Delhi, space for dissent shrinks as police pressure venues hosting civil society events
Since last year, programmes on the incarceration of activists have been cancelled or moved to other venues after police objections citing ‘law and order’.
Zafar Aafaq
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A letter to Lady Justice: Umar Khalid had some faith in your blindfold – is he not worth defending?
An appeal by a friend of the jailed activist.
Anirban Bhattacharya
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‘Every idea is an incitement’: Where is the line between democratic protest and sedition?
Recounting histories of courtcraft and judicial understanding on liberty for dissenters and freedom of expression.
Kalpana Kannabiran
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Umar Khalid’s real crime? Challenging the government as a Muslim
For the justice system today, the call for revolution and threats of violence can mean different things, depending who said it.
Apoorvanand
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Why the idea of JNU is still worth fighting for
Its educational model aimed at harnessing India’s social, economic and regional diversity produced inspired and responsible citizens, writes a former student.
Rohan D’Souza
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Aruna Roy interview: ‘Free speech is the most important right eroded over the past seven years’
The social activist, who was a driving force behind the stir for the RTI Act and MGNREGA, explains what it takes to sustain a truly participatory movement.
Sneha Philip & Smarinita Shetty
The Reel
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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In Cannes-bound ‘In Retreat’, a Ladakh that has rarely been seen before
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‘Trap’ trailer: M Night Shyamalan’s thriller stars Josh Hartnett as a serial killer
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‘Let the voices of democracy prevail’: Freed activists say they will fight for jailed colleagues
Out on bail, Devangana Kalita and Natasha Narwal describe their experiences in Tihar jail.
Akanksha Mishra
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Around the world, autocrats like Vladimir Putin are deploying ruthless repression to stay in power
History shows that strong-arm tactics by autocratic leaders trigger a reaction that ultimately topples their regime.
Shelley Inglis, The Conversation
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Naomi Klein: In Modi government’s clampdown on critics and climate activists, Big Tech is an enabler
Tech giants like Google and Facebook appear to be aiding and abetting a vicious government campaign against activists like Disha Ravi.
Naomi Klein
The Field
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller
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Boxing: Preeti to headline India’s 50-member squad for Asian U-22 & Youth Boxing Championship
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Odisha FC beat Mohun Bagan Super Giant in first leg of semi-final
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Indian men’s and women’s compound teams through to finals
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ISL 2023-24: How first-time head coach Petr Kratky helped Mumbai City FC pick up the pieces