A Catholic whose family belongs to the Diocese of Palai responds to the recent 'narcotic jihad' remarks made by the Bishop of Palai.
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As Schools Across India Prepare to Reopen on September 1, Many State Govts Issue SOPs
While certain COVID-safety measures, such as mask wearing and social distancing, are common to the guidelines in all states, certain variations in the SOPs exist from state to state.
On the Passing of Gail Omvedt: An Eternal Force Against Caste and Patriarchy
The American-born Indian scholar, an academician par excellence, prominent sociologist and a tireless human rights activist, passed away on August 25.
Beirut Blast: What My Dinner and Headlines Had in Common
One year on, a look back at the day of the devastating blast.
Danish Siddiqui: To a Storyteller with a Camera and Dream
On a childhood dream to tell stories, and the incessant trolling of a photojournalist with a moral compass even in death.
Calcutta HC Raps Visva Bharati Varsity for ‘Forcing’ Employees to Donate to CM Relief Fund
The employees of the university said consent for deduction of salary for Amphan relief was never taken, claiming that the decision was 'unilateral'.
Free Speech in Manipur: A Slippery Slope Between a Facebook Post and Arbitrary Detention
In two almost similar cases of detention under the NSA, Manipur has shown an unapologetic habit of using laws meant for the most severe crimes to target free speech.
Brain Drain Is a Hidden Tax On the Countries Left Behind
The brain drain of healthcare workers from countries that can scarcely afford to lose them is not an emotionless, economic discussion.
The UP Govt’s Latest Draft Population Bill Is a Dangerous Gamble
By creating a ‘punishment’ for people by debarring them from important schemes, the UP government is yet again using their infamous model of fear to further dehumanise marginalised communities.
Pulitzer-Winning Indian Photojournalist Danish Siddique Killed in Kandahar
The Reuters journalist was embedded with the Afghan Special Forces, and had been reporting on their operations against the Taliban in the region.