The director's words make it clear that the global film community expects that India will not push forward a mediocre and “vulgar” film.
Politics
Shraddha Walkar and Beyond: How Media Coverage Is Shaping Perceptions
In most cases of sexual violence, big media highlights the accused’s name only when he happens to be Muslim.
‘Will You Call Your Son by a Terrorist’s Name?’: College Suspends Lecturer Confronted by Student
A teacher at Manipal Institute of Technology allegedly said "Oh, you are like Kasab!" when a Muslim student told him his name. A video of the student's criticism of the …
A Primer For Urban Professionals in a Floundering Democracy
No matter how much one feels one is doing to contribute to a democratic movement, there is always more that can be done.
Why Gallantry Awards Serve No Purpose, and Sometimes the Wrong Purpose
A retired colonel ruminates on the subtle cunning behind the concept of gallantry awards.
Maharashtra’s Anganwadi Workers Have Had It With the Government’s Apathy
Despite Anganwadi workers playing a pivotal role in the national child development scheme, they have not been recognised as full-time workers but as those doing 'voluntary work'. They are paid …