Despite living in several cities across India over the past 50 years and thinking of myself as more Indian than English, I cannot look upon August 15 as Independence Day …
Politics
‘Digilantism,’ ‘Hackbacks’ and Mutual Aid Are Used by Online Activists To Fight Trolls
Digital activists are targeted for their work on intersectional issues. But they have developed strategies to deal with online and offline hate.
‘Justice for Bilkis’: In Protests Across India, a Singular Demand
'It nauseates me to think of what has happened with Bilkis. The law and the constitution protect the citizens of this country, isn't Bilkis a citizen?' asked actor Shabana Azmi, …
Kathmandu Asks India to Suspend Recruitment of Nepali Youth Under Agnipath Scheme
Nepal foreign minister Narayan Khadka told the Indian ambassador that the recruitment should be suspended until all political parties of the country reach a consensus about the new tour-of-duty scheme.
Letter to a Freedom Fighter
'Please know that your life continues to inspire those who believe in the idea of genuine azadi.'
‘Garm Hawa’ Showed the Dilemmas and Choices of Muslims in 1947 and Remains Relevant Even Today
In M.S. Sathyu’s film, both the Muslim and Hindu characters are examples of tolerance, kindness and restraint.
Patriot to Traitor
'Aren't we dangerously straddling the very thin line between fervent devotion and crazy fanaticism?'