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Author’s lament: Why Amazon closing down Westland feels like we’re living in a Mohsin Hamid novel
‘What, really, is a book worth in the world? This overnight shutdown feels more personal still.’
Durba Chattaraj
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Satire shot: My friend from the 21st floor prepares to screen Deepika Padukone’s ‘Chhapaak’
‘There has been some glitch in the computers, because thousands of people seem to have bought the same ticket, for the 6.50 pm show on Friday in Vadodara.’
Salil Tripathi
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The secret journal of Manmohan Singh: ‘I’m livid about the film, but flattered Anupam Kher plays me’
The former prime minister is here to dunk Marie biscuits in a hot cup of tea and talk some trash. But he’s all out of biscuits.
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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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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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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Satire: For too long, India has been prejudiced against criminals, says minister who feted lynchers
Whenever we publicise a convicted murderer, we are showing the people that the legal system works. It should give them more confidence.
Shovon Chowdhury
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Revealed: A country-by-country action plan to realise the dream of Akhand Bharat
Let’s face it, it’s the only feasible way to avoid the agony of a potential loss at the hands of the Bangladeshi cricket team.
Yogesh Dilhor
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Here’s what happened when Vedic scientists tested Darwin’s theory of evolution on apes
It’s sad Charles Darwin didn’t know Sanskrit or he would not have made his laughable proposition.
S Ramanan
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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Nobody is on the rampage in India and it’s high time he is brought to justice
When children die without oxygen in hospitals, or learn nothing in school, Nobody is responsible.
Shovon Chowdhury
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Eight new logos (including an Arnab version) for Doordarshan
Since the last logo was so iconic, the best way forward would be to rearrange its components.
Krish Ashok
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‘Is this a big joke, is this just fantasy?’: A parody video roasts Nagaland’s squabbling leaders
The state is preparing for its fourth chief minister in three years as dissension spreads in the ruling Naga People’s Front.
Moa Jamir
The Reel
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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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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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‘Eye to Eye’ to ‘Jab Sey Hoi Mohabbat’: The six most memorable Pakistani pop songs of all time
What led to their fame?
Nadeem F Paracha
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Watch: How to defend yourself against attempts to drag you out of a plane
You do not want to try this at home. Or against an official.
Scroll Staff
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An Indic dilemma: Should you be drinking cow urine?
Do you have a choice? The proposition leads to a series of valid questions.
Shovon Chowdhury
The Field
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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
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller