Free Speech Debate
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Why traditional definitions of free speech are obsolete in the age of Trump and social media hatred
Words don’t just hurt people. They can also threaten democracy.
Peter Ives, The Conversation
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India’s government supports Macron – but at home neither opposes violence nor defends free speech
Anti-Muslim prejudice, not larger principles, seems to have prompted the response.
R Raj Rao
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Does Bloomsbury’s decision to withdraw book on Delhi riots undermine free speech? A debate ensues
Before outrage, some facts.
Scroll Staff
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Left demand to cancel ‘right-wing’ Pondy Lit Fest sparks fresh debate on free expression
The literature festival, scheduled to begin in Puducherry on August 17, has been accused of promoting a right-wing agenda.
Harsimran Gill
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Protests against Umar Khalid and Tarek Fatah remind us why free speech is endangered in India
Threats to freedom of expression and the denigration of the culture of debate are critical threats to Indian democracy.
Shoaib Daniyal
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Free speech debates need to go beyond the ‘radicals’ vs ‘liberals’ divide
The two views aren't necessarily on opposing sides.
Eric Heinze
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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'Don't use dirty words in front of ladies': How puritanism stopped my comedy show in Allahabad
A member of comedy group Aisi Taisi Democracy recounts how they were asked to stop their routine by NIT professors on Tuesday.
Varun Grover
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Why Norway's largest newspaper is taking on Mark Zuckerberg on its front-page
Update: How Facebook was forced to reinstate the iconic Vietnam 'napalm girl' photo it had earlier censored.
Scroll Staff
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Podcast: Can freedom of speech and political correctness go hand-in-hand?
At a time when noisy debates make for prime time TV and people jostle between offending and being offended, we look at how India lost its capacity for dialogue.
Devdutt Pattanaik and Jerry Johnson
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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'If you don't like a book, throw it away': High Court brings author Perumal Murugan back to life
Key sections from the Madras High Court judgement that has quashed criminal proceedings against the Tamil author.
Scroll Staff
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A Facebook post, a growing storm and the curious case of an IAS officer's transfer
Days after he was transferred for a message in praise of Nehru, Madhya Pradesh served notice on Ajay Gangwar for an alleged anti-Modi comment from January '15.
Rakesh Dixit
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Freedom of speech at JNU: Is there really any difference between sedition and blasphemy?
Should hurting sentiments, whether against a state, god or prophet ever be criminalised?
Shoaib Daniyal
The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa