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Faith recast as social justice? Revisiting Shariati’s vision of Islam as liberation
Even as Iran grapples with an existential crisis as a result of the war with US and Israel, there appears little effort among the more aware sections across the...
Survey: Gujarat tops in ‘supporting’ digital surveillance to curb opposition, protests
In a surprise revelation, which may send shock wave...
Hot on the heels of the violence of Ram Navami, MHA issues advisory to states to ensure law and order during Hanuman Jayanti celebration
As Bengal recoups with the many incidents of violence, Calcutta HC directs Mamata Government to use other forces if police incapable of handling the situation
Maharashtra interfaith committee to submit report by end April
State Minister, Mangal Prabhat Lodha also spoke on the ‘Bhaichara committees’ at police stations which need to meet frequently to quell communal tensions
Bulldozers raze down ‘illegal’ Indore temple days after Ram Navmi tragedy
Image: NDTVFour days after the stepwell roof collapse at...
Exclusion, Karnataka: Muslims out, Christians & Jains eligible for Backward Class Quota
In an order dated March 27, the Bharatiya Janata Party government in Karnataka has reclassified the definition of ‘backward classes’ for reservations, excluding Muslims from eligibility. While Muslims have been pointedly exclude, Jains (Digamabaras) and Christians remain eligible for the reservations
UP: Sonbhadra district directs govt teachers to partake in Ram Navami celebration
The teachers have been directed to go to temples and read Ramayana chapters
SAHMAT pays tribute to Artist Vivan Sundaram
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As a founding trustee of the collective, SAHMAT, Vivan Sundaram curated several exhibitions on current politics for the collective
Lok Sabha Restores Lakshadweep MP Mohammed Faizal’s Membership just ahead of Supreme Court hearing
Though his conviction had been suspended by the court two months and four days ago, this action comes now only when the parliamentarian’s challenge to the Lok Sabha Secretariat is to be heard by the Supreme Court
Indian artist Vivan Sundaram passes away, leaving behind an enduring legacy of socially conscious art
He was known for his visionary work rooted in social justice. His legacy will continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.
Finally Dalit Christians in SC list, Valmikis as STs: YSR Jagan Reddy in Andhra
With these state government resolutions, Jagan pushes ahead with outreach to the marginalised; both groups backed the YSRCP to the hilt in the 2019 elections; Andhra CM also assures other tribal groups that inclusion of Valmikis won’t affect existing quotas.
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