Political Protests
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‘Women, life, freedom.’: How Iranian students abroad are helping protestors at home
With the internet suspended in Iran, expatriates are spreading information, fighting propaganda – and organising demonstrations.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
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Chanakya had a vital recommendation for rulers on handling citizens’ unrest. Modi is ignoring it
The prime minister often proclaims that he reveres India’s history. But he’s ignoring key lessons from the past.
Prerna Dhoop & Vandana Dhoop
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In US protests, lessons for Indians who believe in the possibilities of collective resistance
What can Indians do to create the space for resistance against repressive majoritarian politics?
Ruchika Joshi
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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BJP Karnataka candidates Tejasvi Surya and K Sudhakar booked for electoral offences: EC
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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Pinarayi Vijayan, MPs protest in Delhi against decision to drop rail coach factory project in Kerala
The chief minister said the Centre was punishing the people of Kerala because the Left Democratic Front is in power.
Scroll Staff
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Cauvery protests have helped fringe Tamil nationalist groups gain visibility and support
Earlier this month, several Tamil groups were instrumental in having Indian Premier League matches shifted out of Chennai.
Vinita Govindarajan
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Karnataka: Bengaluru and Mysuru face the brunt of strike over Mahadayi river water dispute
Many commuters were stranded as buses stopped plying, and offices and educational institutions were shut.
Scroll Staff
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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US: Woman says she was fired for raising her middle finger at President Donald Trump’s motorcade
Juli Briskman said she reacted spontaneously in protest against the president’s policies as his cars drove past her.
Scroll Staff
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‘This is a black law’: Two BJP legislators come out against Rajasthan Ordinance
Ghanshyam Tiwari and Narpat Singh Rajvi said they would build a consensus against the ‘unconstitutional’ move both inside and outside the Assembly.
Scroll Staff
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NBA instructs players to stand up for national anthem or face punishment: Report
A memo sent to all teams said the league has the discretion to discipline players who violate the rule.
AFP
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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On the boil: How the humble egg became a potent weapon against political rivals in Odisha
Pioneered as a form of protest by Congress workers, egg-pelting has left embarrassed the chief minister, state and central ministers, and MPs.
Priya Ranjan Sahu
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What does it take to trigger mass protest? Egypt’s revolution has some lessons for India
Photographer Laura El-Tantawy’s close documentation of Tahrir Square offers insight into social media, news coverage and an intensely personal journey.
Paroma Mukherjee
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In Assam, six communities demanding ST status accuse the BJP of betraying its promise to them
Analysts say if the communities demanding inclusion in the Scheduled Tribes list get what they want, the state’s political character will change.
Arunabh Saikia
The Field
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Jyothi Vennam and Abhishek Verma reach the mixed compound final
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Cricket: Former Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof retires from international cricket
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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