Indianama
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
The prime minister’s bigotry is who he is. Whether Hindu society can or wants to change is the big question that will be answered in these elections.
Samar Halarnkar
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Chowkidar to divine messenger: The transformation of Modi and India
The Ram temple is an instrument for Modi’s divine anointment as well as a symbol of the remaking of Constitutional values and the launch of the Hindu rashtra.
Samar Halarnkar
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Ramesh Bidhuri and the descent of India
A BJP MP’s abuse of a Muslim colleague merely for being Muslim bares the inevitability of hatred, from WhatsApp to TV studio to Parliament.
Samar Halarnkar
Trending
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In Saudi Arabia’s scaled-down plans for megacity across the desert – a warning sign for the future
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These innovations have made Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba in Murthal the truck drivers’ favourite since 1967
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Man of Indian origin pleads guilty to ramming truck near White House, says he wanted to seize power
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‘What use is a bullet train to us?’ In Maharashtra’s Palghar, tribal anger at BJP over lack of jobs
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Watch: Massive rainstorm hits Mumbai, strong winds knock down trees, damage cars
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Akshay Yadav and the loud silence of India’s Hindus
Arresting the violence against India’s Muslims depends not on the judiciary, police or politicians but on a billion Hindus – or just one.
Samar Halarnkar
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The Siddique Kappan case and the assault on India’s Constitution
Police accusations against the journalist, if accepted by the courts, will push the boundaries of what is legally credible and rewrite free-speech guarantees.
Samar Halarnkar
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The lights begin to wink out in India’s democracy
Too many Indians are happy to dismiss news of the gathering darkness, shrug at falsehood and bigotry, and be narcoticised into believing all is well.
Samar Halarnkar
Video
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Video: Being Muslim in today’s India
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Watch: Massive rainstorm hits Mumbai, strong winds knock down trees, damage cars
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‘Barking news’: Woman turns journalist to ‘report’ on mischiefs and complaints by her pet dogs
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Watch: Comedian presents TV newsroom discussion in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi’ style
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Watch: Stunning Northern Lights spotted in unexpected places around the world
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Suraj Pal Amu and the New Hindutva
Protected and emboldened, Hindus who support a more virulent Islamophobia keep Modi going but now find him too moderate.
Samar Halarnkar
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Turning India over to the mob, video by video
The latest recorded atrocities against India’s minorities are the natural consequences of ceding the state to the mob.
Samar Halarnkar
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The mass radicalisation that India does not acknowledge
The persecution of Muslims is rooted in growing bigotry within Hindu society and its normalisation in politics, judiciary and police.
Samar Halarnkar
The Reel
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‘Mr and Mrs Mahi’ trailer: Rajkummar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor in cricket-themed romance
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Start the week with a film: The unforgettable revolution of the dogs in ‘White God’
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‘Murder in Mahim’ review: A crime as unjust as wrongful death
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‘Srikanth’ review: An inspiring tale of remarkable achievement
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‘The Boy and the Heron’ review: An animation legend rolls out enchantment and emotional resonance
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India accelerates its age of ecological annihilation
By destroying its last wild areas, India is endangering the future of its people, forests and water sources to deliver questionable, short-term gains to a few.
Samar Halarnkar
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The widening war against India’s women journalists
As the Opposition withers away during the pandemic, online attacks intensify against journalists from trolls linked to India’s ruling party.
Samar Halarnkar
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The twilight of Indian democracy
Protest and journalism are criminal acts, Parliament is irrelevant, duties supersede rights,and profanity flows from the ordinary.
Samar Halarnkar
The Field
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500: Meiraba Luwang Maisnam qualifies for men’s singles main draw
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South Africa tour of India: Bengaluru, Chennai to host multi-format series for women
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Boxing, Elorda Cup: Gaurav Chauhan advances into semi-finals, Shiva Thapa exits
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Shooting, National Olympic trials: Manu Bhaker and Vijayveer Sidhu win respective 25m pistol finals
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Table tennis: Manika Batra reaches career-best rank after Saudi Smash run; regains top India spot