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Periyar: Caste, Nation and Socialism

Periyar: Caste, Nation and Socialism published by People’s Literature Publications, Mumbai is a fascinating conversation between S V Rajadurai and Vidya Bhushan Rawat which brings out numerous hitherto unknown...

President Kovind, India’s 2nd Dalit President Won’t Present Teachers Day Awards Today

Newsreports state that, breaking from tradition, it will be...

Open Letter to the President of India from former Chief of Indian Navy, Admiral L Ramdas

"Values and traditions, built and nurtured over nearly seven...

Don’t Trample on Freedom of Faith: 12,000+ Sign Petition to Jharkand Governor

Photo Courtesy: UCAN NewsOver 12,000 persons have signed an...

A Flashback to Kandhamal Targeted Violence against Christians, 9 Years Later

2007-2008, Kandhamals. Orissa - A Flashback Nine Years LaterPhotographs...

No More Rohiths, Protest Roopanwal Report: Radhika Amma

Today, another protest in Hyderabad. Justice for Rohith Vemula....

In Defence of Bhim Army, a Committee formed against Continuing Repression

Image Courtesy: Indian ExpressEven as the state government’s repression...

The Modi Regime, Triple Talaq and the Dalit Christian Question

Image Courtesy: UCANThe jubilation is appropriate, as Muslim women...

Why Should Dalit Christians not get Reservations as Scheduled Castes, Notice to Centre: SC

The plea has sought inclusion of Dalit Christians in...

While Ramayana Path Underway at UP temple, Dalits told to stay away

While Dalits may be good for the votes they...

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