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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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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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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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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‘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: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match
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IPL 2024: ‘Save the bowlers’ – Reactions as Punjab chase down record total against Kolkata
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Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing
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ISL: Kerala Blasters FC axe Ivan Vukomanovic as head coach
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Jyothi Vennam and Abhishek Verma reach the mixed compound final