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Imperative for Understanding Evolution of Human Rights Paradigm: Whither Human Rights in India

‘Whither Human Rights in India’ is a comprehensive exploration of how the devastation of human rights over the parts decade symbolise a crucial departure or rupture, manifesting a new fascist paradigm

A closer look at Varanasi’s Golden Hour Voter Turnout

Was there an inexplicable and sudden spike in figures in the last hour of polling for phase 7?

Two Assembly Election Exit Polls paint dire picture for BJP

While others predict a thumping victory for the BJP in UP, two exit polls say that SP could very well form the next government in the state

BREAKING: Officer Suspended in Varanasi after Akhilesh Yadav’s allegations

An as yet unidentified “officer” has reportedly been suspended following the "EVM Chori" allegation video posted by Akhilesh Yadav

Crime and Punishment: Is the Indian Justice System Impartial?

Communal violence which began during colonial period has by now assumed the form of a majoritarian violence directed against religious minorities

Opposition parties demand transfer of Varanasi DM

The EC had gone on an overdrive transferring top IAS and IPS officials deemed close to Mamata Banerjee during the Bengal elections, but showed no such enthusiasm in UP

UP Assembly Elections: Webcam company official found dead

The woman worked with the company responsible for installing webcams at polling booths and her body was found in her hotel room; Police say it a case of suicide but SP claims the death is part of a larger government conspiracy

EVM security: Whose responsibility is it anyway?

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav’s has accused Uttar Pradesh government of ‘stealing’ EVMs ahead of vote counting on March 10, allies demand removal of DM, commissioner

Delhi civic polls: State Election Commission releases guidelines

SEC sets expenditure limit to Rs 8 lakh per candidate, puts limits on vehicles used, Covid protocol to be followed strictly. Elections are expected to be held in April

Assembly Elections: Large turnout among women voters

While authorities celebrate the improving statistics, ground realities remind that women’s issues are far from over – or even addressed adequately

Assembly polls: 40,395 model code of conduct violations lodged with EC

Election Commission of India received 47,393 complaints on MCC violation between February 10 and March 7

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Imperative for Understanding Evolution of Human Rights Paradigm: Whither Human Rights in India

‘Whither Human Rights in India’ is a comprehensive exploration of how the devastation of human rights over the parts decade symbolise a crucial departure or rupture, manifesting a new fascist paradigm

Sharp spike in hate, minorities the target, hate is new normal: India Hate Lab Report 2025

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