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POLITICS: THE DISTURBING RISE OF LYNCHING

How many more lives will be taken in the name of beef? The unchecked violence, fuelled by communal hatred and political backing, demands immediate accountability to stop the l...

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GENDER: CIVIL SOCIETY DEMANDS KERALA FILM REFORMS

Eminent civil society members, including activists, authors, and journalists, appeal to Kerala's Chief Minister for immediate action following the Hema Committee Report, urgin...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: CELEB SOUNDBYTES AND HUMAN TRAGEDIES

Monojit Lahiri investigates this contentious issue in the face of the latest nightmare emerging from Kolkata's R.G Kar Medical college, paralysing popular imagination.  &...

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KALEIDOSCOPE: CRAFTING TIMELESS LOVE STORIES

Aishwarya Jha discusses her debut novel The Scent of Fallen Stars, the challenges of being published, her love for cross-cultural storytelling, and the inspirations behind her...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: FALLING IN LOVE WITH YOURSELF

"Self-love is not just a trending concept; it's a transformative journey that requires patience, perseverance, and the courage to embrace your imperfections." Jiya M writes&he...

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POLITICS: THE BRUTALITY OF BULLDOZING HOMES

"A stark exploration of the systemic bias and brutality in India’s use of bulldozing homes, revealing the deep-seated political and religious double standards that perpe...

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TRENDING: ART, NATURE, AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT

Cosmic Heart Gallery’s 'Eye of the Tiger' exhibition blends art with conservation, coinciding with a pivotal Women Entrepreneurs Committee meeting, fostering empowerment...

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GENDER: A DEAFENING SILENCE IN THE POLITICIZED DISCOURSE

It’s time to look at the deep-rooted issues surrounding rape culture in India, from the persistence of patriarchy and media complicity to the legal challenges that silen...

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FESTIVALS: THE KHUSHWANT SINGH LITERARY FESTIVAL OF KASAULI

I had a conversation with Rahul Singh, to know the significance of the Khushwant Singh Literary Festival, writes Vinta Nanda. This interview chronicles the journey through the...

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FESTIVALS: THREE CINE-ROMANTIC DAYS IN SHIMLA

Check out the 2024 International Film Festival of Shimla: A Journey Through Independent Cinema, Cultural Exchange, and the Majestic Beauty of the Mountains, Showcasing the Pow...

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FESTIVALS: QUEER STORIES ILLUMINATE NEW PATHWAYS

A reflection on queer filmmaking, festival curation, and representation at WIFF Mumbai 2...

November 22 2025

GENDER: LIVING ALONE, FINDING INNER STRENGTH

AkelaNest by Aparajita Krishna: A reflective, deeply personal exploration of single livi...

November 21 2025

TV: TRUTH RISES THROUGH THE DARKNESS

In this review by Monojit Lahiri, a relentless Bengali crime thriller unfolds with raw p...

November 20 2025