Free Speech
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Event on Kashmir media curbs denied permission by Delhi Police
‘This is continuation of government and police’s efforts to stall protests and events that try to highlight human rights violations,’ an activist said.
Scroll Staff
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TIFR withdraws notice asking staff not to post ‘anti-government’ content on social media
The faculty members viewed the April 13 circular as a restriction on their freedom of speech and the government’s rising intolerance of criticism.
Scroll Staff
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research says notice about ‘anti-government’ posts was misinterpreted
No new restrictions have been imposed on the staff and their family members, the Mumbai-based institution clarified.
Scroll Staff
Trending
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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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These innovations have made Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba in Murthal the truck drivers’ favourite since 1967
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‘Mr and Mrs Mahi’ trailer: Rajkummar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor in cricket-themed romance
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Carbolic Smoke Balls and snake oil: Patanjali joins a long history of dubious medicinal advertising
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Terror, separatism, rioting: NewsClick chargesheet makes sweeping allegations without clear proof
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No ‘anti-government’ posts, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research tells staff, family members
‘Certain disgruntled employees’ had been sharing ‘anti-government content’, a letter from registrar of Tata Insitute of Fundamental Research read.
Scroll Staff
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Madhya Pradesh HC seeks state’s reply on plea challenging police objection to university webinar
Among the speakers at the webinar were poet and scientist Gauhar Raza and Delhi University professor Apoorvanand.
Scroll Staff
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MP Police object to speakers, including DU professor Apoorvanand, invited for university webinar
The police have warned that a case could be filed if the virtual event caused a law and order problem.
Scroll Staff
Video
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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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How Bangladesh uses its Digital Security Act to limit the right to free speech online
At least 433 people in the country were imprisoned under the law as of July, Amnesty International reported.
Faisal Mahmud
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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
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Priya Ramani: ‘I spoke because women before me spoke up. I spoke so people after me can speak up’
The journalist delivered the keynote address at the Goa Literature Festival on Thursday.
Priya Ramani
The Reel
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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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‘Srikanth’ review: An inspiring tale of remarkable achievement
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‘The Boy and the Heron’ review: An animation legend rolls out enchantment and emotional resonance
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How academics are sabotaging their right to freedom of expression
Universities need to protect people with different ideas.
Steven Greer, The Conversation
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Anurag Kashyap quits Twitter after his parents and daughter receive threats
The filmmaker, a vocal critic of the Narendra Modi government, said he would not speak at all if he was not allowed to speak his mind without fear.
Scroll Staff
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Anil Ambani’s defamation blitz: 28 cases filed by Reliance Group in Ahmedabad courts this year
Twenty cases have been filed against journalists and media organisations. Not all of them are linked to Rafale.
Vijayta Lalwani
The Field
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IPL 2024: Gujarat vs Kolkata match abandoned due to bad weather in Ahmedabad
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Shooting, National Olympic trials: Manu Bhaker, Adarsh Singh top women’s and men’s 25m pistol qualis
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Boxing, Elorda Cup: Nikhat Zareen starts campaign with comfortable win
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Wrestling, World Olympic Qualifiers: Sujeet, Jaideep lose; India win only one men’s freestyle quota
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Delhi Capitals and climb to fifth spot in standings