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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
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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
Trending
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Young professionals are fleeing crisis-hit Pakistan in hope of a better future
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Watch: ‘3 Idiots’ stars Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, R Madhavan comically reunite to promote new film
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‘Class’ review: An immersive and revealing show about privilege
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Vani Jayaram (1945-2023): Remembering the versatile singer through some of her live performances
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Blocking of BBC Modi documentary violates Indians’ rights, say over 500 scientists and academicians
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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
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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
Video
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Watch: Adele moved to tears as fan shows up with picture of his late wife to her Las Vegas show
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Vani Jayaram (1945-2023): Remembering the versatile singer through some of her live performances
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Eco India, Episode 213: How saving the most common creatures can help us protect our planet better
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Watch: This artwork is painted in a way that makes it merge completely with the background
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Watch: ‘3 Idiots’ stars Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, R Madhavan comically reunite to promote new film
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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
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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
The Reel
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‘Class’ review: An immersive and revealing show about privilege
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‘Jehanabad – Of Love & War’ review: A heavily spiced account of an audacious jailbreak
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‘Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat’ review: A throbbing musical about forbidden passion
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‘Faraaz’ review: A shallow exploration of 2016 Dhaka terror attack
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‘The Whale’ review: Brendan Fraser is the heart of soul of redemption saga
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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
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Thank you, Sridevi, for giving me the courage to embrace my inner Chandni
The white dupatta carries me everyday, through today.
Alok Hisarwala
The Field
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Davis Cup: India drops to World Group 2 after Holger Rune powers Denmark to win
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Premier League: Table-toppers Arsenal handed second defeat of season after being stunned by Everton
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IND vs AUS: All-rounder Cameron Green has an ‘outside chance’ of playing despite injury concerns
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Watch, BBL: A thrilling end to the final as Perch Scorchers become five-time champions
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IND vs AUS: Visitors practice with Mahesh Pithiya who has an eerie resemblance to R Ashwin’s action