Police Insensitivity
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How the Delhi High Court made ‘virginity tests’ on women accused of crimes unconstitutional
The court held that such tests are archaic and irrational.
Umang Poddar
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Kerala High Court directs police not to use derogatory words to address citizens
The court was hearing a petition accusing a police sub-inspector of verbally abusing a minor girl.
Scroll Staff
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‘Do not hesitate to shoot at criminals carrying firearms,’ says senior Jharkhand police officer
Director General of Police MV Rao said he has asked police personnel to shoot when needed, without fear of litigations.
Scroll Staff
Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Uttar Pradesh: Two teens die in Saharanpur after policemen allegedly refuse help
A video showed the boys lying motionless on the road as the three officers, who were later suspended, worried about staining the seats of their car.
Scroll Staff
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Manipuri man’s death in Noida leads to questions about how police handle unidentified bodies
The UP Police cremated Pravish Chanam on September 13 even as his family filed a missing person report and handed out fliers.
Abhishek Dey
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Kerala hartal called by Opposition after police allegedly manhandle protesting mother
Student Jishnu Pranoy died in mysterious circumstances in January. His family wanted to draw attention to the lack of progress in the case.
Scroll Staff
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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Watch: Mumbai policemen harass a group of men – for being at the Gateway of India late at night
The men fought back by shooting and sharing the video.
Scroll Staff
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Used wrong, any non-lethal weapon could prove to be fatal in Kashmir
Just look at the record set by other countries and the Valley's own past.
Ipsita Chakravarty