Indian democracy must consider whether the offence of sedition itself must be abolished.
Armchair war-mongers, opportunist nationalists, seditionists — India must win several mini-battles to win the final war.
From scholarship cuts to lack of jobs, students must bury differences and come together to make the government accountable on every issue.
There is a deliberate plan to create false demons, then make capital by making these individuals political punching bags. The idea is to spread fear, silence the critic and the criticism.
Three years down the line, there is still no solid evidence and instead, certain facts are being kept from the public sphere. With a high-stakes election nearing, will JNU students be collateral damage?
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Below The Belt | 6-minute read
The book explores the artistic and ideological journey of a Marathi thespian, and the price he had to pay.
Sometimes, you feel strong love and respect for people who are farther away than acquaintances. My relationship with Ankit was such where I felt deep admiration and closeness for someone I barely knew.
We are reaping the rewards of a culture of calumny, an ark that includes Deepika Padukone and could stretch much further.
Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti chief Akhil Gogoi was initially arrested on charges of sedition.
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Angiography | 6-minute read
The Chennai incident goes on to show how misguided interpretations of ‘anti-national’ make the minorities vulnerable to draconian laws.
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