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Alok Hisarwala
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The livestock export bill has been withdrawn for now but disregard for live animal trade remains
The export of live animals is a thriving, lucrative business for India. It was only the inclusion of cats and dogs in the draft bill that sparked outrage.
Varda Mehrotra & Alok Hisarwala
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Response: The proposed amendment to the Wildlife Act will create loopholes for elephant trade
The author of an article on the Wildlife Protection Act addresses concerns raised by a retired Indian Forest Service officer.
Alok Hisarwala
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India’s elephants will suffer huge setback if proposed changes to Wildlife Protection Act are passed
The exception allowing private ownership of elephants has led to widespread abuse and harm. Now, legalising their trade will mark a dangerous regression.
Alok Hisarwala
Trending
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Carnatic music: Violinist L Subramaniam’s new book looks at the 18th-century masters
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View from the Margins: A Dalit Christian explains why he will be voting for change
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EC rejects claims that EVMs gave extra votes to BJP in Kerala mock polls, SC reserves verdict
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Husna Bai: The tawaif who made Hindustani music a respectable profession for women artists
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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What Kerala can learn from Tamil Nadu about protecting elephants
Pooram is not just a traditional cultural activity anymore – it has become almost a violent performative sport.
Alok Hisarwala
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The rewilding of Rivaldo in Tamil Nadu gives hope for radical change for elephants in captivity
It’s time to abolish the belief that captivity can be a humane alternative for the species.
Alok Hisarwala
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Bakri-Id: The debate on animal sacrifice should not be weaponised to create further hate
The solution lies in building constructive, long-term dialogue among all groups to effect change, write two animal activists.
Alok Hisarwala & Krishnaunni Hari
Video
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Watch: Unbelievable scenes of flooding in Dubai airport, streets, and malls after heavy rain in UAE
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Indian elections: How secure is the EVM-VVPAT process?
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Watch: Footballers of Indian clubs walk out on the pitch with dogs to get them adopted
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Watch: Dogs wag their tails to ‘conduct’ classical music orchestra
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Watch: Glimpses of Indian singer Sid Sriram’s debut performance at Coachella 2024
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Despite a history of violence against animals, India does not have a formal record of this cruelty
While the country claims to be the home of ahimsa and a place of compassion to all living creatures, the reality is very different.
Alok Hisarwala
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The life and death of Lakshmi Kumari, an elephant as old as the Indian Constitution
For most of her life of 70 years, she was entitled to a promise of compassion. But it was never delivered.
Alok Hisarwala
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As elephant Saumya’s brutal death is communalised, what does it say about India’s animal policies?
While captive elephants are worshipped, they are subjected to a life of forced hard labour and torture.
Rajesh Kasturirangan & Alok Hisarwala
The Reel
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Watch: ‘The Broken News’ returns for a second season
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ trailer: A teenager bonds with her grandparents during a summer vacation
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‘Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout’ review: A bland cop meets a dull case
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‘Juna Furniture’ trailer: Mahesh Manjrekar directs and stars in film about ageing
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Start the week with a film: In ‘Tokyo Sonata’, the unequal music of an emotionally distant family
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India is pushing a plan to protect elephants in the wild – but is ignoring animals in captivity
When the Wildlife Protection Act was passed in 1972, an exception was created for elephants in captivity at the time. That’s why 1,687 remain in private hands.
Alok Hisarwala
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Why LGBT people must protest sedition case against 50 people for slogans at Mumbai Queer Pride event
We have long fought to create spaces of inclusion. That inclusion must also extend to our politics and the diversity of political beliefs.
Alok Hisarwala
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Animal rights: It’s time Indian leftists embraced the well-being of non-human creatures too
The progressive struggles have been about equality – across lines of caste, gender, sexuality, religion, place of origin – but confined to humans alone.
Alok Hisarwala & Rajesh Kasturirangan
The Field
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IPL 2024: Suryakumar, bowlers help Mumbai Indians seal thriller against Punjab Kings
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Cricket: Meg Lanning opens up about struggle with food and exercise that led to her early retirement
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Paris Olympics 2024: Long jumper Sreeshankar Murali ruled out of Games with knee injury
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Badminton: Kento Momota, former world champion, announces international retirement
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Chess, Candidates 2024: Gukesh Dommaraju drops to second after draw against Fabiano Caruana