Hindutva State
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I am a secular Indian Muslim. Here’s why I stand with Asaduddin Owaisi – and so should other Indians
He speaks for those who have no voice, for those India is failing.
Tariq Ansari
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Why Hindutva cadres in Karnataka are angry with the BJP after a youth leader’s murder
The killing of Praveen Nettaru of the Billava community casts light on deeper caste tensions within the precariously stitched Hindutva alliance in the region.
Sanya Dhingra
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India’s punitive demolitions bear striking resemblance to Israel’s tactics against Palestinians
Under Narendra Modi, the country is looking more like Israel. The real tragedy is that a large chunk of the majority is delighted about this metamorphosis.
Angshuman Choudhury
Trending
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EPFO investments in two Adani companies continue despite rout in markets, reports ‘The Hindu’
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Unable to find good jobs, youth in India are turning to scam call centres and online microwork
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Why has the West always been threatened by female nudity?
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What Rajasthan’s right to health law promises – and where it falls short
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Kannad, Keral, Karnatak: Why do Hindi speakers ‘mispronounce’ South Indian names?
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Opinion: India’s bulldozer raj springs from the very opposite impulse of nation building
Nations forged in devastation resemble petty mafias of muscle and flex. Neither a new politics, nor a vibrant economy can flourish in this morass.
Nikita Sud
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Delhi BJP wants six roads with ‘Mughal era names’ to be changed
These roads are Tughlaq Road, Akbar Road, Aurangzeb Lane, Humayun Road, Shahjahan Road and Babar Lane.
Scroll Staff
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How the bulldozer has destroyed any hope Muslims might have in India’s institutions
‘Bulldozer justice’, like mob justice, is only to satiate the bloodlust and frenzy that has been whipped up and unleashed for the past eight years.
Ali Khan Mahmudabad
Video
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Watch: Women in saris play football in a tournament in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
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Watch: Protestors storm Israeli PM’s home, break barriers, after Netanyahu plans judicial changes
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Watch: IPS officer swims against the current from Gateway of India to Elephanta Caves
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Pension protests in France: Diners eat at restaurants as fires rage on the streets
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Innocent (1948-2023): Five memorable scenes featuring the actor (and former MP) from Kerala
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Why the toxic beats of ‘Disc Jockey Hindutva’ are so dangerous for India
By taking a leaf out of the fascist playbook, hate music is successfully communalising common sense and culture.
Brahma Prakash
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How credible is the claim that India is on the brink of a genocide against its Muslim citizens?
Instead of outright bloodletting, there will be increased bouts of episodic short-term, targeted violence to punish, intimidate, and disenfranchise Muslims.
Rohit Chopra
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Why India’s silent Hindus must speak up before it is too late
The purposes of the State and Hindu vigilante have merged, shredding the rule of law, the Constitution and democracy. Salvation can only come from within.
Samar Halarnkar
The Reel
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Start the week with a film: The very violent and very clever ‘Battle Royale’
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Review: ‘Boston Strangler’ looks for the woman in the serial killer story
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‘Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga’ review: A smart and entertaining thriller
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‘Jubilee’ trailer: Series is set in the Hindi film industry of the 1940s and 1950s
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‘Bheed’ review: Chaos and ambivalence at a check post aimed at tackling the Covid outbreak
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Delhi demolitions: What does public glee at the state targeting Muslims mean for Indian society?
India is now transforming itself rapidly into a Hindu rashtra with very few protections, legal or political, for its Muslims.
Shoaib Daniyal
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Hamid Ansari ‘controversy’: A healthy democracy does not fear criticism from well-wishers
Though 11 speakers participated in a briefing on South Asian themes for US Congress members, the Indian government chose to attack only the Muslim statesman.
Raju Rajagopal
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‘Godse 2.0’: Jamia shooter makes speech at Haryana event encouraging attacks on Muslims
The young man’s social media feed is filled with provocative statements.
Vijayta Lalwani
The Field
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Watch: MS Dhoni walks out to massive cheers at Chepauk during CSK’s training session ahead of IPL
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IBA Women’s World Boxing C’ships: From Nitu to Lovlina, how Delhi embraced India’s champions
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Premier League: After Antonio Conte’s departure, Tottenham still have a fight to save their season
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WPL 2023: Mumbai Indians night of triumph – of full tosses, run outs, partnerships and a wait ending
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IPL 2023: Nitish Rana to lead Kolkata Knight Riders in the absence of Shreyas Iyer