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Madhavi Menon
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MJ Akbar vs Priya Ramani: Reading between the lines of the Ramayana tales cited by the judge
The verdict is legally sound and socially progressive. But its attitude to sexuality and nationalism is cause for some concern.
Madhavi Menon
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The road to Bawana: Reflections on nationalism, juicy oranges and ‘reasonable’ police directions
One of the cops snaps at me to say that our protests are destroying the nation. I say that we are supporting the nation and opposing the government.
Madhavi Menon
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Macho Man: By using a gay anthem at their rally, what message did Modi and Trump intend to convey?
The song is a flirty wink and a knowing nod at the noxious notions that govern the world of patriarchal heterosexuality.
Madhavi Menon
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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Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill punishes women for being independent, mystifies motherhood as sacred
With this legislation, women will be cut off from what could be a guaranteed source of income.
Madhavi Menon
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‘Kama and yoga are conjoined twins that have been separated in order for each to survive’
Madhavi Menon explores the history of desire in India in her new book, ‘Infinite Variety’.
Madhavi Menon
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Three thousand years of erotica are fabulously encapsulated, but can’t erotica only be about sex?
An anthology of classic and modern erotica from India unearths surprises but does not define the realm of the erotic.
Madhavi Menon
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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Counterpoint: BJP’s Ram Madhav wants a pure India – mirroring an idea the British wanted to impose
In a recent op-ed, the BJP spokesperson celebrated the fact that India is being turned away from plurality to singularity.
Madhavi Menon
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Martyrs and mothers: The Indian government sentimentalises both, without caring for either
The Army man, like the maa, is beyond reproach in the country. Sadly, both are often without adequate state support.
Madhavi Menon
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On homosexuality and national anthem, the Supreme Court has offered contradictory reasoning
On Section 377, the apex court said only Parliament could change laws. But on national anthem, it in effect, amended the Constitution.
Madhavi Menon
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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Why it’s time to demand aazadi from Mother India
The Indian woman has squarely been assigned her position in life – motherhood.
Madhavi Menon
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Four reasons why the JNU and Jat agitations are worlds apart...
...and some ways in which they are similar.
Madhavi Menon
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Supreme Court move on film about gay man allows personal biases of a few to trump rule of law
The judges put off until 2018 a hearing on Gujarat's refusal to provide tax exemption for a movie about homosexuality, agreeing that some people believe that homosexuality is a social evil.
Madhavi Menon
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